Tenet Healthcare Corporation·Palm Springs, California
Assists Case Managers and Social Workers with non-professional tasks, including arranging post-discharge services and communicating with care teams. Coordinates Medicare notification letters to ensure compliance with regulatory standards.
Shift: Rotate
Job Type: Per Diem
The individual in this position assists the Case Manager and Social Worker with non-professional tasks. The responsibilities will include, but not be limited to the following activities: a) arrange post-discharge services b) fax, make phone calls c) communicate with patients, families and other members of the care team and d) other duties as assigned. Coordinates Medicare notification letters to comply with regulatory standards.
Attends Hospital orientation, workshop led by Director of Case Management or designee that covers the Tenet Case Management Program, focuses on Discharge Planning arrangements and other clerical duties specific to case management.
Information used to perform job: patient data, healthcare staff documentation related to patient care, available community resources
Software used to perform job: allscripts, Patient Medical Record/HPF, Cerner
Desert Regional Medical Center Hospital is committed to providing exceptional patient care in a supportive and collaborative environment. As a member of our team, you will have the opportunity to work with advanced technology and be part of a healthcare community dedicated to making a positive impact on the lives of our patients.
Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location and is determined by employment status
Desert Care Network serves the healthcare needs of the Coachella Valley and Morongo Basin regions in Southern California with three hospitals Desert Regional Medical Center in Palm Springs, JFK Memorial Hospital in Indio and Hi-Desert Medical Center in Joshua Tree. The hospital network provides advanced care with services such as comprehensive stroke care, a cancer center, a Level 1 Trauma Center and the only Level 3 Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) in the Coachella Valley. Desert Care Network is committed to healthcare equality. Join our team!
Requires a high school diploma and one to three years of experience as a discharge planner. Preferred qualifications include knowledge of medical terminology and some college education.
Market context
In California, discharge coordinator and case management roles are typically tied to hospitals and post-acute care teams that need help moving patients safely through discharge planning and follow-up. These roles can be competitive because employers often look for prior discharge planning experience, medical terminology knowledge, and strong coordination skills across clinical teams. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to quickly compare fit, then tailor your application to highlight discharge planning experience and patient communication.
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