The Discharge Planner is proficient with Medicare, Medicaid, and Commercial Insurance rules/regulations regarding placement/post hospitalization. This job requires knowledge of appropriate resources (community) for post hospitalization care. This job requires a critical thinker able to work independently while also effectively interacting with others. This job requires superior people skills in stressful situations. This job also requires excellent oral/written language competency and computer proficient with typing.

Licensure, Certification, or Registration Requirements for Hire: N/A

Licensure, Certification, or Registration Requirements for continued employment: N/A

Experience REQUIRED: None

Experience PREFERRED Two (2+) or more years of experience in acute care or other healthcare setting with emphasis on care management/discharge planning

Education/training REQUIRED

Bachelor’s Degree in related Human Services field from an accredited program

Education/training PREFERRED: Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work from an accredited program

Independent action(s) required: N/A

Supervisory responsibilities (if applicable): N/A

Additional Position Requirements

Depending on the unit assignment, may be required to work alternate schedules, weekends and/or holidays.

Age Specific groups served: All

Physical Requirements (includes Use Of Assistance Devices As Appropriate)

Physical: Lifting less than 20 lbs.

Activities: Frequent bending, Climbing (steps, ladder, other), Reaching (overhead, extensive, repetitive), Repetitive motion

Mental/Sensory: Strong recall, Reasoning, Problem solving, Hearing, Speak clearly, Write legibly, Reading, Logical thinking

Emotional: Fast pace environment, Steady pace, Able to handle multiple priorities, Frequent and intense customer interactions, Noisy environment, Able to adapt to frequent change

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