We are on the lookout for a remarkable Discharge Specialist to join our dedicated team at CommonSpirit Health in Chattanooga, TN.
Growing your career as a Full Time Discharge Specialist is a promising opportunity to develop fundamental skills.
If you are strong in strategic planning, problem-solving and have the right commitment for the job, then apply for the position of Discharge Specialist at CommonSpirit Health today!
CHI Memorial Hospital, now part of CommonSpirit Health formed between Catholic Health Initiatives (CHI) and Dignity Health, is once again the only hospital in the Chattanooga area to be named a Best Regional Hospital by U.S. News & World Report. We are proud to be the regional referral center of choice providing health care throughout Southeast Tennessee and North Georgia. CHI Memorial Hospital provides you with the same level of care you provide for others. We care about our employees well-being and offer benefits that complement work/life balance.
We offer the following benefits to support you and your family: Health/Dental/Vision Insurance Flexible spending accounts Voluntary Protection: Group Accident, Critical Illness, and Identify Theft Adoption Assistance On-site childcare (Downtown campus) with extended hours On-site employee gym (Downtown campus) with extended hours- Discounted fee Free Premium Membership to Care.com with preloaded credits for children and/or dependent adults Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for you and your family Paid Time Off (PTO) Tuition Assistance for career growth and development Matching 401(k) and 457(b) Retirement Programs Wellness Program We invite you to join CHI Memorial Hospital today!
Under the supervision of the Office Supervisor the primary function is a support role for the coordination of clinical
discharging of cancer patients from Radiation Oncology. This entails processing physician orders, directing exams and
tests in proper sequence for results to be available as needed for a cancer patient's care. Efficiently communicate with
nursing staff, therapists, and physicians when challenges arise during a patient discharge ensuring positive patient
satisfaction. The Discharge Specialist applies critical thinking skills to the patient's needs and ensures patients are
assigned to Center for Cancer Support for assistance when barriers to care arise.
1. After all clinical encounters and final radiation therapy treatments in the Radiation Oncology
department the Specialist will discharge all patients.
2. Coordinates and manages the return office visits, physician ordered procedures, and referrals to outside
providers.
3. Provides day-today administrative support to Office Supervisor when necessary.
4. Handles incoming and outgoing correspondence as needed in relation to all returning established
patients.
5. Coordinates the arrangements for multiple appointments for different providers for patients to
sequence for the correct plan of care.
6. Reviews physician orders for accuracy and completeness.
7. Ensures all related documentation are scanned and filed in the EMR (EPIC & Aria).
8. Schedules imaging and procedures through the CHI Memorial system to eliminate the need of
contacting central scheduling.
9. Coordinates the call back and rescheduling of the patient no-show / cancellation lists to ensure
continuation of care with the Radiation Oncologist, Medical Oncologist, Specialists, and Primary Care
Physicians.
10. Maintains a professional attitude when dealing with patients and/or families as well as other providers.
11. Provides backup assistance to administrative team when necessary.
12. Orders supplies when required, attends meetings / huddles as requested, and serves as resource for
scheduling issues. 13. Works with Tennessee Oncology schedulers to coordinate upcoming appointments.
14. Other duties as assigned by management.
High school education or equivalent
Medical Office Technology Diploma preferred
Certification or eligible for certification in medical secretarial or office
assistant required.
Computer skills, professional communication skills, scheduling within
EPIC and/or Aria, correct use of medical terminology, processing and
coordination of outpatient orders, scanning, and multi-tasking are
required.
Benefits of working as a Discharge Specialist in Chattanooga, TN:
? Excellent Benefits Package
? Continuous Learning Opportunities
? Attractive packageCompetitive Pay
