Discharge Coordinator(Per Diem/Days)

Job description

Job Summary: The Discharge Coordinator works in conjunction with the cases manager and social worker to assist in the facilitation of the patients discharge to the next level of care. The primary responsibility to is to maximize patient satisfaction and quality of care while minimizing barriers to discharge and hospitalreimbursement. Actively and consistently contributes to department operations and communications, behaves in a manner consistent with the mission, vision, and values of Pipeline Health, upholding standards of AIDET (Acknowledge, Introduce, Duration, Explanation, Thank you) patient communication. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act. Essential Functions: o Durable medical equipment (DME) o Oxygen and Wound Vacs o Home Health, Palliative Care, Hospice o Facility (SNF, LTAC, IRF, Assisted Living) referrals. o Transportation o Infusions o Authorizations - Prioritizes daily activities. - Active participant in daily huddles/rounds with case management and social work. - Facilitates discharges through prioritiza...