TravelAssist Case Manager

Primary Worksite: 6 West Colony Place, Durham, NC Reports to: Vice President, Claims and Assistance Services Salary: Commensurate with experience JOB SUMMARY The TravelAssist Case Manager helps DAN members access their membership and insurance benefits when involved in a medical emergency while away from home. Members who need assistance call DAN’s emergency hotline where queries are triaged by medical consultants who work with the treating physician to determine the medical needs and possible medical transportation needs of the member. Once a plan is finalized, the case is transferred to the TravelAssist Case Manager who is responsible for the operational execution of the mission. Missions often begin with an emergency medical transportation to the closest medical facility. Other services include monitoring the member’s condition and the mission as it progresses, keeping family members informed of the members situation, arranging follow up medical transfers, hyperbaric chamber treatments, physician visits, and more. Once the medical emergency passes, the TravelAssist Case Manager will help arrange transportation home, or to another medical facility for further care or treatment. The TravelAssist Case Manager must exercise independent thinking and critically evaluate information to make appropriate decisions regarding mission parameters to ensure the best outcome for members. RESPONSIBILITIES Coordinate and provide safe, timely, effective, efficient, and member-centered Promote quality and cost-effective interventions to improve Handle case assignments, draft service plans, review case progress, and determine case Facilitate multiple care aspects (case coordination, information sharing, ); interact with members to monitor their progress and ensure satisfaction. Work with other DAN departments to develop and maintain an international database of local providers (air ambulance, hospitals, ) to supplement the existing Hyperbaric Chamber and Referral Physician databases. Work with the DAN Medical Services department to develop clear lines of responsibility for case management and efficient SOPs for the management and transfer of Inform members of available DAN membership and insurance benefits so the member can make informed Record case information, accurately complete all necessary forms, and produce reports as Adhere to professional standards outlined by DAN’s protocols, rules, and MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS Proven working experience in travel assistance and/or medical case management, including expertise and knowledge in emergency/critical and acute care; medevac transport services, and understanding of flight physiology is a plus. Excellent knowledge of case management principles, healthcare management, and Critical, independent thinking where outcomes are often time-sensitive; must be self-motivated and able to work in high-pressure situations. Effective communication skills, verbal and written, to build and maintain internal and external Excellent organizational and time management skills, with the ability to multi-task, problem solve, prioritize, delegate, and meet critical deadlines. Compassionate, with teamwork Typing and computer skills with proficiency in Microsoft Office Bachelor's degree in the healthcare field or equivalent WORKSITE The primary worksite is the DAN office in Durham, North Carolina. Following an introductory period (3 – 6 months), this position will be eligible for a Hybrid work arrangement, 2 days remote and 3 days in office. #J-18808-Ljbffr Divers Alert Network (DAN)