DISCHARGE PLANNING COORDINATOR (UPMC PRESBYTERIAN AND UPMC SHADYSIDE)

Job ID: 250000WW
Status: Full-Time
Regular/Temporary: Regular
Shift: Day Job
Facility: UPMC Presbyterian
Department: Clinical Care Coord
Location: 200 Lothrop Street, Pittsburgh, PA
Union Position: No
Salary Range: $ 20.52-34.11 USD
UPMC Presbyterian and UPMC Shadyside are hiring a Full-Time Discharge Planning Coordinator for each campus!

REQUIREMENTS:

• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Performs in accordance with system-wide competencies/behaviors.
• Assists the Discharge Planning team with questions and troubleshooting that arise.
• Gather and arrange the necessary materials to enable patient discharge.
• Order supplies/equipment for patient-specific needs as identified by the clinical team.
• Performs in accordance with system-wide competencies and complies with regulatory and HIPPA requirements.
• Performs tasks delegated by Discharge Planning staff including clerical tasks such as copying or faxing as well as non-clinical tasks required to develop and execute a safe and effective discharge plan.
• Provides forms, resources, and other information required as part of the discharge plan to the patient/caregivers as directed by the Discharge Planning staff.
• Reports information in a clear, timely, and concise manner; Alerts Discharge Planning team of concerns related to plan of care and barriers to discharge.
• Serves as a contact between patients and discharge planning staff.
• Utilizes electronic medical records and technology programs to complete chart reviews, collect data, document progress, track communication, and other tasks as indicated.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• High School Diploma/GED or equivalent required.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Strong organization and prioritization skills.
• Skilled at multi-tasking.
• Willingness to learn.
• Takes initiative.
• Good time management.
• Basic to proficient computer skills.
• Comfortable working both independently and as a team member.
• Ability to take direction.