Discharge Planner at 2310 AU Medical Center, Inc.

Augusta, Georgia, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

07 Mar, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

07 Dec, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Oncology Patient Care, Patient Education, Discharge Planning, Communication Skills, Collaboration, Medical Record Abstraction, Insurance Knowledge, Care Coordination, Assessment Skills, Organizational Skills, Knowledge of Medicare, Knowledge of Medicaid, Knowledge of Tricare, Knowledge of Home Health, Knowledge of Hospice Care, Knowledge of Rehabilitation

Industry

Medical Practices

Description

How would you like to work in a place where your contributions and ideas are valued? A place where you can serve with compassion, pursue excellence and honor every voice? At Wellstar, our mission is simple, yet powerful: to enhance the health and well-being of every person we serve. We are proud to have become a shining example of what's possible when the brightest professionals dedicate themselves to making a difference in the healthcare industry, and in people's lives. Work Shift Job Summary: The Discharge Planner is a caseworker for Oncology patients. Facilitates and provides patient education preparing for discharge. Communicates in an appropriate manner with the community support team, social worker and other support services to make a comprehensive post-discharge care plan for the patient. Arrange and confirm post-discharge care for a patient who needs specialized care such as Nursing Home placement, subacute Rehabilitation, Home Health/Hospice, Oxygen and equipment, and coordinate disability/ICTF initiation. Core Responsibilities and Essential Functions: Demonstrates the knowledge of Oncology patient care services. Able to prepare patient-specific discharge summary for the subsequent healthcare provider. Coordinates and tracks the patients follow-up appointment and make sure the patients follow-up is scheduled with the appropriate doctor of cancer center or referral physician. Coordinates arrange and schedule post-discharge services with Nursing home, Subacute Rehabilitation, Home Health/Hospice care. 2. Coordinates and assists arrangement for Equipment/Oxygen, applications for medication, medication copay, disability/Indigent Care Trust Fund (ICTF) initiation with Chamberlin Edmonds. Sending out the treatment and medical records to the referring physicians in a timely manner. Coordinate all post-discharge appointments, infusion schedule, and other specialties. Takes part in the morning round with the attending. 3. Collaborates with physicians, caregivers, patient, family, other departmental team members, and the payor to proactively develop and implement a safe and appropriate discharge plan which would be effective and cost-efficient. Maintain current knowledge of payor requirement to support providing clinical reviews that are complete and focused. Maintains working knowledge of Medicare, Medicaid, Tricare, and private insurance company coverage, especially for transplant patients. 4. Develops and provides education to patients, family members, and caregiver of transplant recipients. Coordinates and notifying nurse navigators of discharges and follow-up plans. Facilitates patient care delivery for Oncology patients. Performs assessments, plans, implements, coordinates, monitors, and evaluates options to facilitate the continuum of care. 5. Participates in all departmental and interdepartmental meeting related to discharge planning function. Participates in team meetings that foster interdepartmental collaboration with the patient and their family as deemed necessary, this includes weekly multidisciplinary meetings, weekly intake meeting, and monthly QM meeting. Provides input in such meetings regarding utilization management and discharge planning. Identify opportunities for improved performance in discharge planning. Performs other duties as assigned Complies with all Wellstar Health System policies, standards of work, and code of conduct. Required Minimum Education: Bachelors Social Work or Bachelors Other Required Minimum License(s) and Certification(s): All certifications are required upon hire unless otherwise stated. Additional License(s) and Certification(s): LCSW Upon Hire Preferred Required Minimum Experience: Education clarification: Bachelor's degree in Social Work, human services, or related field Required and Minimum 2 years related field more years of experience in social work, discharge planning. Required and Required Minimum Skills: Computer literacy, excellent organization, and communication skills Medical record abstraction, insurance plans, knowledge on oncology, health care in Nursing Homes, subacute rehabilitation, home health/hospice care. Join us and discover the support to do more meaningful work—and enjoy a more rewarding life. Connect with the most integrated health system in Georgia, and start a future that gives you more.

Responsibilities

The Discharge Planner facilitates patient education and develops comprehensive post-discharge care plans for Oncology patients. They collaborate with various stakeholders to ensure safe and effective discharge processes.