Suffolk County Government·Ronkonkoma, New York
Perform medical case management and social assessments to determine the needs of home care and long-term health care clients. Monitor the quality of services rendered and ensure compliance with departmental policies and state regulations.
An employee in this class completes medical and social assessments to determine the needs of potential home care and/or long-term home health care clients. The employee may authorize specific hours of personal care services and monitor quality of home care services rendered to eligible Medical Assistance clients or assist vulnerable populations in locating the appropriate care. The incumbent is expected to exercise independent initiative and judgment. Work is performed under general supervision and is reviewed by a professional or administrative superior through conferences and reports for conformance to departmental regulations. *Does related work as required.
Please do not apply here: To be considered for the medical services specialist role, candidates must proceed to the following link:
https://APPS2.SUFFOLKCOUNTYNY.GOV/CIVILSERVICE/EFILE/DEFAULT.ASPX [https://apps2.suffolkcountyny.gov/civilservice/efile/default.aspx]
Once you have followed the above link, you will be presented with a list of all exams.
NOTE: The exam is "Medical Services Specialist"
Performs medical case management functions in accordance with established policies and procedures;
Reviews medical reports to determine the nature of medical care requested, its appropriateness, comprehensiveness and continuity;
Recommends special and complex items of medical care and services in conformity with established departmental policies and procedures;
Identifies and compiles information on individuals unable to obtain an appropriate level of care;
May work closely with hospital discharge planners;
Establishes and maintains close contact with physicians and allied professional personnel; informs them of new and revised policies and procedures of the department;
Reviews and makes recommendations for revisions of medical policies and procedures as they relate to home care in accordance with the changing needs of overall medical treatment plans;
Makes on-site visits to providers to insure compliance with departmental policy, state regulations and the law;
May represent the agency at Fair Hearings or Legislative Meetings.
Overall, county government jobs offer a combination of competitive benefits and job security, making them an attractive option for many job seekers.
Salary: $100,772
*This position does not offer relocation assistance at this time
**Sponsorship is not available for this role
***Experience must have been gained within the last ten (10) years.
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Requires a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Nursing or a related health field and at least two years of experience in home health care. Must possess a valid New York State Registered Nurse's license and a valid driver's license.
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