Advanced Case Manager Extender | Healthcare Coordination

Job Summary : This role supports patients transitioning before and after acute care episodes, focusing on medical, psychosocial, and economic factors. Emphasis is placed on assisting individuals with chronic conditions and functional limitations to navigate healthcare systems efficiently, reducing fragmentation and duplication while promoting coordinated services. The goal is to enhance patient engagement, satisfaction, and overall health outcomes.

Essential Responsibilities :

• Assist with initial screening and evaluation for non-complex planned admissions under supervision.
• Facilitate access to services such as skilled nursing facilities, home care, hospice, infusion therapy, long-term acute care, durable medical equipment, and transportation.
• Monitor and reassess care plans for low-risk patients, ensuring timely updates based on condition changes.
• Develop and maintain partnerships with physician practices, outpatient providers, and community services.
• Serve as a liaison for post-acute care providers and physician practices regarding care provision.
• Promote system integration and interdisciplinary collaboration to ensure continuity of care.
• Maintain accurate contact information for community partners and manage department resources.
• Participate in meetings and initiatives focused on transitions of care within the healthcare system and community.
• Support utilization review and case management assignments as requested.
• Ensure accuracy in disposition coding and after-visit summaries.
• Manage department communications, including phone and visitor inquiries.

Skills and Abilities :

Education and Experience :

Bachelor's degree preferred from an accredited institution, with additional healthcare experience valued. Candidates with relevant certifications and substantial healthcare experience will also be considered.

Work Shift : 4th Shift

Scheduled Weekly Hours : As needed (PRN)

Location : Serving the Midwest regional healthcare community.