Hybrid Discharge Planning Coordinator

UPMC; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

UPMC St. Margaret is seeking a Discharge Planning Coordinator to join our care coordination team. You will work with patients, families, providers, and community resources to support safe, effective discharge plans and positive outcomes.

With a hybrid schedule and a daytime hours pattern, you will collaborate to ensure smooth transitions from hospital to home, while upholding HIPAA and regulatory standards in a patient‑centered environment.

Qualifications

• Healthcare experience preferred to support discharge planning.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills for patient/caregiver guidance.
• Ability to collaborate with care teams and external resources.

Responsibilities

• Performs clerical tasks and supports development of safe discharge plans.
• Provides forms and resources to patients and caregivers as directed.
• Uses EMR and related tools to review charts, track progress, and communicate updates.
• Acts as a liaison between patients and discharge planning staff.
• Assembles materials for discharge and orders supplies as needed.
• Complies with system-wide competencies and HIPAA requirements.
• Communicates concerns and barriers to the discharge team promptly.
• Assists team with questions and troubleshooting as issues arise.

Skills

Healthcare coordination

Communication

Teamwork

Adaptability

Tools

EMR systems

Job description

UPMC St. Margaret is seeking a Discharge Planning Coordinator to join our care coordination team. You will work with patients, families, providers, and community resources to support safe, effective discharge plans and positive outcomes.

With a hybrid schedule and a daytime hours pattern, you will collaborate to ensure smooth transitions from hospital to home, while upholding HIPAA and regulatory standards in a patient‑centered environment.