What are the responsibilities and job description for the Coordinator, Discharge Planner position at Roosevelt Care Centers Career Center?
JOB SUMMARY:
- Under direction oversees the resident discharge process for the Sub-Acute Unit and performs the work involved in providing needed social assistance.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
- Participates and takes the lead in the utilization review process for the Sub-Acute Unit and prepares residents for discharge.
- Performs insurance reviews and issues the cut letters for Medicare clients.
- Participates with the staff relevant to diagnosis and the design of effective treatment plans.
- Provides social services to assist residents in the adjustment to their environment.
- Reviews cases of admissions and interviews patients to assure that certifications are in accordance with hospital criteria.
- Reviews records, data and information to assure that re-certifications are in accordance with needed extended care.
- Analyzes and evaluates data bearing on social and/or emotional problems residents are experiencing in properly adjusting to various situations.
- Prepares residents for discharge and utilizes family and community resources.