Discharge Planner

Discharge Planner

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

Core Job Functions:

1. Processes the physician order based on the patient's choice and based on insurance contract agreements with certified agencies.
2. Coordinates all Home Health, Durable Medical Equipment, Orthotics and Infusion.
3. Utilizes electronic referral system to send referrals for all post discharge needs to licensed providers.
4. Assures follow-up with companies for the coordination of benefits and services.
5. Obtains any required forms for completion with the physician attending, qualified practitioner or ordering physician for completion.
6. Assists the social worker with obtaining patient choice when warranted.
7. Reviews Medical Record electronically to obtain appropriate documentation for post discharge needs and coordinate services.
8. Communicates the finalization, delivery, and acceptance of case to the nursing and care coordination staff.
9. 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/relevant experience, certification or license
• Experience: Minimum 1 year of relevant experience required
• Certification and Licensing: Refer to department description for applicable certification requirements

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Learning Agility: Ability to learn new procedures, technologies, and protocols, and adapt to changing priorities and work demands.
• Teamwork: Ability to work collaboratively with others and contribute to a team environment.
• Technical Proficiency: Skilled in using office software, technology, and relevant computer applications.
• Communication: Strong and clear written and verbal communication skills for interacting with colleagues and stakeholders.

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 physicians represent more than 100 specialties and sub-specialties, and have more than one million patient encounters each year. Our tradition of excellence has earned worldwide recognition for outstanding teaching, research and patient care. We're the challenge you've been looking for.

The University of Miami is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants and employees are protected from discrimination based on certain categories protected by Federal law.

Job Status: Full time

Employee Type: Staff