Discharge Planner/Administrative Assistant
The Riverside Premier Rehabilitation and Healing Center is proud to announce that we are seeking a full-time Discharge Planner/Administrative Assistant!
We are seeking a full-time nursing home discharge planner to provide, coordinate and facilitate discharge plans from nursing home setting to community, and/or other healthcare facilities. Good communications skills between families, patients, other healthcare providers and the discharge planner will be essential. Must be able to multi-task, efficiently arrange and execute discharge plans in a timely manner as well as be people-oriented and compassionate. Will need to collaborate with disciplinary team, patient and families to proactively develop and implement a safe and appropriate discharge plan. Discharge Planner Requirements:
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Maintain a current list of resources for referrals and refer to the appropriate inpatient, outpatient and community resources.
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Maintain knowledge of Medicare, Medicaid and private insurance company coverage for referred products and services.
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Communicate with admissions & social work directors regularly regarding discharges.
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Identify patients for teaching, discharge, and extended care facility needs.
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Participate in team meetings conducted for interdepartmental collaboration with the patient and their family as deemed necessary, this includes multidisciplinary meetings and Care Plan meetings.
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Assist as needed with obtaining referrals, prior authorization for Home Health Care, DME, SNF, acute rehab and appointments.
Education and Experience:
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Bachelor's degree in social work or closely related field required.
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One year of experience in the social services field required. Applicants with experience in a health care setting will be given preference.
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For more information about our parent company, CareRite Centers, please visit: www.CareRiteCenters.com and on Instagram @CareRiteCenters
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Please include a cover letter as to why you would be a good fit for this program.
The Riverside Premier Rehabilitation and Healing Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
