Discharge Planning Coordinator (Casual/Weekends)

Are you interested in starting a career in care management, case management, or care coordination? UPMC is proud to announce the new Clinical Care Coordination and Discharge Planning team, dedicated to caring for patients throughout their UPMC treatment journey.

In this new model, roles are reimagined and expertise is combined to deliver the best care and personalized experiences for our patients. RNs and social workers function equally in discharge plan roles, serving as the central point of contact through a patient’s care delivery, in partnership with a Physician or APP.

UPMC Altoona is seeking a casual Discharge Planning Coordinator to support the Case Management department on weekends! The Discharge Planning Coordinator is a support role that provides clerical support to the department staff, assistance with audits, patient interviews, and other relevant tasks. This position does not provide direct patient care but may interact with patients and their families.

Become part of a multidisciplinary team committed to improving care coordination and developing more efficient, progressive Discharge Planning processes, and let UPMC help you succeed!

***Please note that this position will require four weeks of full time hours for orientation.

Responsibilities:

• Performs tasks delegated by Discharge Planning staff including clerical tasks such as copying or faxing as well as non-clinical tasks required to develop and execute a safe and effective discharge plan.
• Provides forms, resources, and other information required as part of discharge plan to the patient/caregivers as directed by Discharge Planning staff.
• Utilizes electronic medical records and technology programs to complete chart reviews, collect data, document progress, track communication, and other tasks as indicated.
• Serves as a contact between patients and Discharge Planning staff.
• Gather and arrange the necessary materials to enable patient discharge. Order supplies/equipment for patient-specific needs as identified by clinical team.
• Performs in accordance with system-wide competencies and complies with regulatory and HIPPA requirements.
• Reports information in a clear, timely, and concise manner; Alerts Discharge Planning team of concerns related to plan of care and barriers to discharge.
• Assists Discharge Planning team with questions and troubleshooting that arise.

• High School Diploma/GED or equivalent required.
• Excellent communication skills. Strong organization and prioritization skills. Skilled at multi-tasking.
• Willingness to learn. Takes initiative.
• Good time management.
• Basic to proficient computer skills.
• Comfortable working both independently and as a team member. Ability to take direction.

Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:

• Act 34

UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran