Case Manager II, Acute Psychiatric

Job description

We are so glad you are interested in joining Sutter Health! Organization: ABSMC-Alta Bates Herrick Campus Position Overview: This position coordinates the utilization management, resource management, discharge planning, post-acute care referrals and care facilitation. This position oversees the management of acute patient populations across the care continuum with a focus to provide coordinated and integrated care to prevent unnecessary admissions or readmissions. Provides discharge planning coordination and Intervention for the high risk patient presenting to the Emergency Department. This position strives to promote patient wellness, improved care outcomes, efficient utilization of health services and minimized denials of payment among a patient population with complex health needs. EDUCATION: - Equivalent experience will be accepted in lieu of the required degree or diploma. - Master's: Social Work or related field TYPICAL EXPERIENCE: - 2 years recent relevant experience. SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE: - A broad knowledge base of health care delivery and case management within a managed care environment. - Comprehensive knowledge of Utilization Review, levels of care, and observation sta...