Description
POSITION SUMMARY
Key Medical Care, A SilverStone Health Company, is seeki ng Discharge Coordinator. The Discharge Coordinator performs administrative duties under the guidance of the Director of Operations.? This position is responsible for handling the coordination of patients transitioning from a medical facility to their home.
At SilverStone Health we are reimagining the at-home continuum of care. We guide, empower, treat, and support patients and families facing a chronic or terminal illness, enabling them to make the most informed decisions throughout their healthcare journey.
NOTE: Applicants must reside in Texas - preferably in the DFW area
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Include the following. Others may be assigned.
Evaluates patient census and coordinates patients transition from a medical facility to their home
Communicates with patient and patient's family regarding transition from facility
Facilitates remote patient monitoring (RPM) for in-house Anelto vital signs monitoring
Conducts post-visit patient follow-up calls to remind patients of their follow-up visits
Monitors patient charts to ensure patients are being seen by scheduled providers
Partners with CCM Coordinator and RNs to help coordinate care of patient
Maintains security of medical records and patient's health information according to HIPAA standards
QUALIFICATIONS
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Excellent analytical, organizational, and verbal/written communication skills
Detail orientation
Ability to manage multiple priorities with varying levels of complexity.
Strong customer service orientation
Proficiency with MS Office applications and the internet
Ability to document using proper medical terminology in EMR system
Ability to read, write and speak English proficiently
Knowledgeable of and maintains HIPAA standards of privacy and confidentiality. Ability to use discretion appropriately and maintain confidentiality
Strong listening skills and ability to show compassion for a diverse patient population and their families.
Education / Experience: Include minimum education, technical training, and/or experience preferred to perform the job.
Required:
1-2 years of work-related experience in healthcare
High School Diploma or GED
Preferred:
2-4 years of work-related experience in healthcare
Experience with Chronic Care Management
Bachelor's Degree in Healthcare
PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Specific vision requirements include the ability to see at close range, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, sit, talk, hear, stoop, kneel, and use hands and fingers to operate a computer and telephone keyboard reach.
Frequently required to stand, walk, sit, use hands to feel, and reach with hands and arms, includes ability to walk through skilled nursing facilities.
Possess the ability to fulfill any office activities normally expected in an office setting, to include, but not limited to: remaining seated for periods of time to perform computer based work, participating in filing activity, lifting and carrying office supplies (paper reams, mail, etc.)
Light to moderate lifting 20-25 pounds
Fine hand manipulation (keyboarding)
WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The noise level in the work environment is usually low
Work is normally performed in a typical interior work environment which does not subject the employee to any hazardous or unpleasant elements.
Key Medical is a smoke free workplace in compliance with federal guidelines.
Position will need to adhere to any immunization, vaccination, or other requirements in place at our client sites in accordance with their policies and procedures.
PAY:
17 USD per hour
TRAVEL
This particular role can be performed remotely
Applicants must reside in Texas
Preference for DFW based candidates
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.
The company is committed to creating a diverse, inclusive, and equitable environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants of any age, race, religion, nationality, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, or veteran status will receive equal consideration for positions. We welcome people of diverse backgrounds, experiences, and abilities and believe that the unique experiences of our team drive our success.
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