University of Iowa · 11 hours ago
Discharge Planning Assistant - Care Coordination Division - 100%
Iowa City, IA
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry Level
0+ years expThe University of Iowa Healthcare is seeking a Discharge Planning Assistant who will be an active member of the care coordination team. This role involves providing administrative support for the discharge planning process and working collaboratively with various departments to ensure efficient care coordination.
Higher Education
Responsibilities
Provide direct support to the all departments within the care coordination division
Verify the presence of a Clinical Power of Attorney
Potentially distribute regulatory notices and completes all required documentation
Assist with securing patient resources as requested
Assist with post-acute referral and monitors status, reaching out for screening determinations as necessary
Support the care coordination discharge functions by submitting payor authorization and required medical record documentation to insurance providers and third-party vendors
Assist in obtaining information for VNA agencies, DME vendors, rehabilitation facilities, etc
Potential collaborate on requests for facilitation of the discharge plan with the Nurse Navigator or Social Worker to ensure timely progression of inpatient to discharge at the next level of care
Demonstrate thorough knowledge of various computer/information systems to perform assigned duties, including but not limited to Indicia, EMR, Excel, and Outlook
Collect/input data or information in appropriate databases as indicated by the Care Coordination leadership
Independently identify and communicate any problems or issues that affect departmental goals and outcomes
Perform basic administrative tasks related to the job as required by the Care Coordination Division to maintain accurate records and to ensure worker accountability/productivity
Maintain a highly acceptable level of professional conduct and respect for medical staff, coworkers, and hospital staff to foster a desirable image for the institution
Maintain compliance with all hospital/departmental policies/procedures assigned by the department manager, including work hours, scheduling, and other criteria for the expected daily operations of the department
Maintain strict confidentiality in dealing with all patient-related activities and other sensitive physician and/or hospital issues by strictly adhering to hospital confidentiality of information policies
Acknowledge budgetary constraints in department operations and strives to perform duties cost-effectively and efficiently
Demonstrates ability to prioritize multiple work assignments to accomplish the assigned workload
Performs other duties as may be assigned to ensure that departmental objectives are fulfilled
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience is required
A minimum of 6 months experience in health care
Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
Must be proficient in computer software applications
Preferred
Knowledge and understanding of medical terminology
Knowledge of Post-Acute community resources
Strong organizational and prioritizing skills
Experience in working with EPIC
Benefits
Paid vacation
Sick leave
Health, dental, life and disability insurance options
Generous employer contributions into retirement plans
Company
University of Iowa
On our beautiful campus spanning the Iowa River, our faculty and staff enjoy access to an array of cultural, educational, and recreational activities.
Founded in 1847Iowa City, Iowa, USA
10001+ employees
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