Discharge Planner at University of Miami in Miami, Florida at Disabledperson, Inc

Discharge Planner

This position functions as Discharge Planner for the Case Management Department under the direction of the Director of Case Management. Discharge Planner will coordinate all discharge needs for the hospital discharges. The Discharge Planner will process the physician order based on the patient's choice and based on insurance contract agreements with certified agencies. Coordination of all Home Health, Durable Medical Equipment, Orthotics and Infusion.

CORE JOB SUMMARY The Discharge Planner (U) coordinates all discharge needs for the hospital discharges as outlined. The Discharge Planner (U) works collaboratively with the Social Worker and the Case Manager covering the clinical area.

CORE JOB FUNCTIONS

• Processes the physician order based on the patient's choice and based on insurance contract agreements with certified agencies.
• Coordinates all Home Health, Durable Medical Equipment, Orthotics and Infusion.
• Utilizes electronic referral system to send referrals for all post discharge needs to licensed providers.
• Assures follow-up with companies for the coordination of benefits and services.
• Obtains any required forms for completion with the physician attending, qualified practitioner or ordering physician for completion.
• Assists the social worker with obtaining patient choice when warranted.
• Reviews Medical Record electronically to obtain appropriate documentation for post discharge needs and coordinate services.
• Communicates the finalization, delivery, and acceptance of case to the nursing and care coordination staff.
• Adheres to University and unit-level policies and procedures and safeguards University assets.

This list of duties and responsibilities is not intended to be all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties or responsibilities as necessary.

CORE QUALIFICATIONS

• Education: High School diploma or equivalent
• Certification and Licensing: BLS - from the American Heart Association
• Experience: Minimum 1 year of relevant experience

The University of Miami offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, tuition remission and more. UHealth-University of Miami Health System, South Florida's only university-based health system, provides leading-edge patient care powered by the ground breaking research and medical education at the Miller School of Medicine. As an academic medical center, we are proud to serve South Florida, Latin America and the Caribbean. Our tradition of excellence has earned worldwide recognition for outstanding teaching, research and patient care. The University of Miami is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants and employees are protected from discrimination based on certain categories protected by Federal law.