Discharge Planner

Job Summary:

The Discharge Planner - Case Management Specialist will be responsible for conducting case certifications and reviews to present rationale for level of care, LOS, interventions, discharge plans and the ability to deliver these functions for all payer sources.

Key Responsibilities:

• Screen patient's chart on admission, concurrently and/or retrospectively, using approved clinical guidelines in Utilization Management.
• Collaborates with the team members to ensure safe and timely care against clinical guidelines and best practices and ensures a safe and timely discharge.
• Represents the hospital on community committees; act as liaison and coordinator between the hospital and the community.
• Participates and contributes in multi-disciplinary treatment team rounds in continually monitoring patient care assessments to ensure patient is moving towards desired outcomes.
• Assumes a pivotal role in the discharge planning process for all patients.
• Identifies potential discharge obstacles and brings them to the attention of the treatment team; offers possible solutions to discharge challenges.
• Confers with the treatment team members, if indicated to ensure the safe and timely care against clinical guidelines and best practices and ensures a safe and timely discharge.
• Completes PRI screens as indicated.
• Monitor the length of stay and resource consumption of patients.
• Access protected health information (PHI) in accordance with departmental assignments and guidelines defining levels of access.
• Supervision may be exercised over a small number of support staff.
• Knowledge of regulatory agency standards Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, Office of Mental Health and Det Norske Veritas (DNV) standards.
• Participates in continuing education.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Requirements:

• 2 years post graduate experience in medical, mental health or human services setting as a member of a multi-disciplinary team.
• Master-prepared professional from an accredited Graduate School.
• LCSW, LMSW, or LMHC New York State license required.
• PRI Screen certification, preferred.

About Us:

Health Alliance is a leading healthcare provider in the mid-Hudson Valley, offering a comprehensive range of services and specialties. Our team of dedicated professionals is committed to delivering exceptional patient care and improving the health and well-being of our community.