Job Details Job Location
Ridgeview Institute Smyrna - Smyrna, GA
Position Type
Full-Time/Part-Time
Education Level
4 Year Degree
Salary Range
$20.00 Hourly
Job Category
Health Care
Description JOIN OUR TEAM AS A DISCHARGE PLANNER! Your Work Matters How will you make a difference?
The Discharge Planner is responsible for planning and coordinating activities related to discharge planning.
Developing and implementing a plan of care designed to meet the patient's post-hospitalization needs while ensuring continuity of care.
Duties and responsibilities: Communicate with the referral source within the first 24 hours of admission.
With assistance from the Care Center, social workers and nurses identify all outside professionals currently working with the patient so that appropriate discharge plans can be completed and appropriate communication patterns can be facilitated to minimize duplication.
Identifies needs of referral sources and/or professionals during hospitalization.
Oversees the tasks of continued communication of treatment progress, discharge plans, and discharge time to outside interested parties and facilitates the transfer of required documents to the outside agents.
Interact with the Business Development Department to assist with determining customer satisfaction and problem identification and finding solutions.
Responsible for discharge plans, including scheduling appointments and communicating with parents and significant family contacts.
Assists with chart audits and completion of medical records.
Inform patients and families on discharge planning options based on diagnoses, prognoses, resources, and preferences related to home care services.
Your Experience Matters What we're looking for: Education: Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university in Social Work or a clinical-related mental health field Experience: Minimum of one (1) year experience in related disciplines, with hospital experience strongly preferred.
Additional Requirements: May be required to work flexible hours and overtime.
Your Care Matters What we provide for our team: 401(k) + matching Health insurance 100% company-paid life insurance coverage up to 2x your annual salary Vision insurance Dental insurance 100% company-paid long-term disability insurance Paid time off Paid Holidays Cafeteria on site Employee engagement events Employee assistance program Employee recognition program Free parking What sets us apart: Career & training development opportunities Dynamic and inclusive work environment Engaged management team dedicated to your success A guiding mission and set of values that serve as both our north star and yours, anchoring our collective purpose and aspirations
Disclaimer: Benefits are subject to change at the discretion of Ridgeview Institute Smyrna.
Compensation:
This is a full-time role, and the expected hourly rate is $20.00/hr.
We're eager to engage with all qualified candidates, and consideration will be provided to experience and skill level.
Join us as our Discharge Planner! About us Get to know us Outstanding Care, Compassionate People, Unparalleled Service.
Welcome to Ridgeview Institute Smyrna (RIS), a premier healthcare provider in Smyrna, GA, setting the gold standard for excellence in mental health and addiction treatment support.
Located in Smyrna, GA, RIS offers a full continuum of care, including inpatient and outpatient psychiatric services and specialized, evidence-based programs for all patients, regardless of their ability to pay.
At RIS, the community is an integral part of our team, fostering collaboration to build an efficient, comprehensive, and seamless continuum of care.
We take pride in offering dynamic, challenging, and highly rewarding positions.
You'll have the opportunity to work closely with a team of experts, ensuring our patients receive personalized services that guide them toward achieving their treatment goals.
Join us in providing exceptional care and contributing to the well-being of individuals and families in need, and be a part of the transformative healthcare experience at Ridgeview Institute Smyrna!
To learn more about RIS, visit us at: https://www.ridgeviewinstitute.com
TOGETHER WE CAN MAKE POSITIVE I.M.P.A.C.T.S. Individuals Maintaining Positive Attitude and Commitment To Service
At Ridgeview Institute Smyrna, we value a diverse, inclusive workforce and provide equal employment opportunities for all applicants and employees.
We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status, pregnancy, parental status, genetic information, political affiliation, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate.
Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities.