Discharge Planner - Social Work

Overview Department: Social Work Shift: Full-Time; Days, 8-4:30pm Facility: Mercy Medical Center Location: Aurora, IL Bilingual candidate preferred. Responsibilities Responsible for the coordination and scheduling of appointments. This individual will support both the Case Management team and Primary Care Group by coordinating follow-up appointments for patients prior to hospital discharge. Responsibilities will include scheduling appointments with our Primary Care Group and Multispecialty Group practices to help ensure continuity of care after discharge. Qualifications

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, TRAINING

Required qualifications Knowledge of Discharge Planning/ Utilization Management / Case Management terminology and functions, in both managed care and non-managed care environments. Experience in basic to intermediate computer skills/knowledge. High School Diploma required. Preferred qualifications: Current BCLS certificate required upon hire and maintain current preferred. Associates degree or LVN license preferred. Experience in the hospital setting preferred. Pay Transparency Mercy Medical Center offers competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package that provides employees the flexibility to tailor benefits according to their individual needs. Our Total Rewards package includes, but is not limited to, paid time off, a 401K retirement plan, medical, dental, and vision coverage, tuition reimbursement, and many more voluntary benefit options. A reasonable compensation estimate for this role, which includes estimated wages, benefits, and other forms of compensation, is $15.89 to $23.01. The exact starting compensation to be offered will be determined at the time of selecting an applicant for hire, in which a wide range of factors will be considered, including but not limited to, skillset, years of applicable experience, education, credentials and licensure. The company is dedicated to empowering its staff with a comprehensive, competitive benefits package, allowing them the freedom to customize their benefits to fit their unique needs. Our abundant resources, programs, and voluntary options serve as a foundation for individual growth and well-being. Learn more here: Employment Status Full Time Shift Days Equal Employment Opportunity Company is an equal employment opportunity employer. Company prohibits discrimination against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (subject to applicable law), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. Know Your Rights: #J-18808-Ljbffr Prime Healthcare