What are the responsibilities and job description for the Care Manager I SW (MSW): Hoag Orthopedic Institute-Care Management position at Hoag Health System?
Job Info
Job Identification: 127388
Job Category: Care Management (Acute, Chronic, Behavioral)
Job Shift: Day
Pay Range: $49.15 - $75.94/hourly
Remote or Onsite: Onsite
Job Schedule: Per Diem
Job Description
Primary Duties and Responsibilities
The Care Manager (RN/MSW) coordinate patients’ needs through the continuum of care which can include from pre-admission through post discharge plans. This role works in collaboration with the physicians, nurses, clinical staff, and community agencies to identify and arrange for appropriate care.
Reviews clinician assessments and patients’ financial, family and psychosocial support to develop comprehensive care and/or discharge plans. May focus more heavily on a specific aspect of Care Management like discharge planning, utilization review, and/or providing psychosocial support.
May review records to assess for appropriate admission status, level of care, payer source, and UR contracts to validate billing. May provide psychodynamic intervention and crisis counseling to support patients and families. Educates patients and families on their healthcare options and connects them with resources.
Documents pertinent patient issues, contacts and plans on the medical records. Is a mandated reporter for elder, child, and spousal abuse. The Community Care role specifically provides Care Management support to high-risk, homeless and mental health population. Performs other duties as assigned.
Weekend availability is required, this schedule requires at least 2 weekends worked per month.
Salary : $49 - $76