Discharge Planner

About the job

The individual in this position works under the direction of the RN and/or Social Worker to complete referrals for post-acute services for patients, and assists with tasks that do not require a clinical license or degree. The individual’s responsibilities include the following activities:

a) arrange post-discharge services;

b) create and follow up on electronic referrals using the Tenet Case Management system;

c) review patient choice letters with patients/families for required signatures;

d) provide follow up Important Message to Medicare patients prior to discharge;

e) communicate with patients, families and other members of the care team;

(f) complete tasks assigned by Case Manager and Social Work staff;

g) make copies, send faxes and complete phone calls;

h) complete process reviews or audits as requested;

Responsibilities

 Validates patient’s demographic and payer information with patient/family and notifies Patient Access immediately if any corrections are needed within 24 hours of admission  Validates that all commercial/managed care discharge have an authorization for status and level of  care provided and notifies Director of Case Management (DCM) or designee of variances  Escalates discharged cases at end of the day that have no authorization or notification or dispute is  provided by payor.  Ensures, on a concurrent basis, that all clinical needed by payors and updates are provided by alerting Case Manager assigned to case and escalating to DCM if not complete timely  Trends dispute/denial potential to DCM or designee by failure points to revenue cycle

Qualifications

MINIMUM EDUCATION: High School diploma or equivalent PREFERRED EDUCATION: Associate’s or Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college MINIMUM EXPERIENCE: 2 years of experience in clerical or healthcare field. Possesses excellent organizational, verbal/ written communication skills, problems solving and computer literacy skills. Data Analytics skills. PREFERRED EXPERIENCE: Acute hospital experience REQUIRED CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSURE: NA PREFERRED CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSURE: Paramedic, EMT or Nursing Assistant certifications. REQUIRED COURSES/ COMPLETIONS (e.g., CPR): NA

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About Us

Embark on a rewarding career with Saint Luke's Hospital hospital. If you are a compassionate healthcare professional eager to contribute to patient care, this is your opportunity where your skills make a difference every day. Join us in delivering exceptional healthcare with a personal touch. At Saint Luke's Hospital, we understand that our greatest asset is our dedicated team of professionals. That’s why we offer more than a job – we provide a comprehensive benefit package that prioritizes your health, professional development, and work-life balance. The available plans and programs include:

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance

• 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match

• Generous paid time off

• Career development and continuing education opportunities

• Health savings accounts, healthcare & dependent flexible spending accounts

• Employee Assistance program, Employee discount program

• Voluntary benefits include pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, long term care, elder & childcare, auto & home insurance

Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location and is determined by employment status

Baptist Health System has more than 120 years history of caring for our community and making a positive difference. Our system of care includes six full-service hospitals, a specialized childrens hospital with a dedicated pediatric emergency unit, a comprehensive cancer care network, fitness and rehabilitation centers, a physician network, imaging centers, ambulatory services and the Baptist School of Health Professions. Wherever you go in the Baptist Health System, youll find that we have the same goal to help people achieve health for life through compassionate service inspired by faith. Join our team!

Additional Information

• Job Identification: 2603025341
• Job Category: Support/Clinical
• Posting Date: 2026-10-14
• Job Schedule: Full time
• Assignment Category: Full Time