Job detail

Discharge planner (Per diem)

UHS

#Patient Safety #Healthcare Administration #Orthopedic Surgery #Inpatient Rehabilitation #Discharge Planner #Insurance Knowledge #Continuum Of Care #Clinic Experience #Valley Health Specialty Hospital

Quick overview

Supports the hospital team in discharge planning functions for inpatient patients. Facilitates the transition of patients to the most cost-effective and safe level of care.

Requirements summary

Requires a high school diploma or equivalent and previous experience in insurance or clinic office work. Strong communication, computer, and critical thinking skills are essential.

high schoolOrganizational SkillsProblem SolvingInterpersonal CommunicationComputer SkillsCritical ThinkingInsurance KnowledgeDischarge PlanningContinuum Of Care

Job description

Responsibilities

Valley Health Specialty Hospital is the first orthopedic surgery and inpatient rehabilitation facility in the Las Vegas area. The Valley Health Specialty Hospital is the first of its kind to offer both specialty orthopedics and inpatient rehab in one location.

Job Description

Supports the hospital team discharge planning fuctions for patients who are in a inpatient setting. Facilitates the continuum of care and through-put process of transitioning patients, to teh appropriate level of care while ensuring the most cost effective and safe environment.

Qualifications

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.

Experience

Previous insurance knowledge/ or clinic work experience "front or back" office.
Technical
Skill: Strong interpersonal, communication, organizational, and problem solving skills required. Comprehensive computer skills required. Ability to work independently and meet deadlines. Possess strong critical thinking skills.
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