Case Manager PD Days 7:30am-6pm

Overview JOB SUMMARY

• The Case Manager uses InterQual criteria to evaluate the appropriateness of admissions, concurrent stay and readiness for discharge.
• She/he assures correct level of care: critical, telemetry, acute, observation, for all patients. The Case Manager provides an efficient, coordinated approach to clinical management, with an emphasis on discharge planning, care coordination and utilization management activities for select patient populations across the continuum of programs and services at GMC. The essential functions of the Case Manager require constant collaboration with the Social Workers, Nursing staff, Financial Counselors, Medical Staff to coordinate the care of patients in a proactive manner. The position requires the full understanding and active participation in fulfilling the mission of GMC - Garfield Medical Center. It is expected that the employee demonstrate behavior consistent with the core values. The employee shall support GMC - Garfield Medical Center strategic plan and goals and direction of the performance improvement plan. EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, TRAINING RN License in the State of California required. Certified Case Manager preferred. Meets education and competency requirements for position. BCLS Card AHA required. Case Manager Experience 1 year (Required)