What are the responsibilities and job description for the Discharge Planner position at UHS?
Position Summary: The Discharge Planner is responsible for providing direct and indirect client care; providing psychotherapeutic services to clients and families; serves as a member of the interdisciplinary team supporting the facility's treatment program and philosophy; serves as the primary liaison between the facility and outside agencies for discharge planning, abuse reporting, and continuum of care functions.
Qualifications
Essential Job Duties/Responsibilities | % Of Time | |
1. | Coordinates discharge planning and processes to facilitate continuity of care; creates clinical packets, completes applications, and faxes materials to referral sources in a timely manner. | 20% |
2. | Communicates with referral and outpatient providers weekly regarding new referrals; ensures the facility and receiving providers exchange necessary clinical materials. | 15% |
3. | Documents case management contacts, discharge efforts, and appointments in progress notes and electronic documentation systems no later than 24 hours after contact. | 15% |
4. | Participates in treatment teams and multi-agency meetings to update staff on referral statuses, coordinate care, and facilitate smooth client discharges. | 15% |
5. | Collaborates closely with the Utilization Review (UR) team to establish and coordinate prior authorization, travel logistics, and insurance applications. | 10% |
6. | Coordinates travel arrangements and discharge appointments; actively communicates travel info and schedules to therapists, families, and guardians. | 10% |
7. | Maintains a shared, updated server folder tracking the status of faxes, applications, and general discharge planning milestones. | 5% |
8. | Participates in community and facility activities as requested by leadership to build sustainable relationships with external healthcare providers. | 5% |
9. | Performs other duties as assigned/required by this position. | 5% |