Job Description
Position Summary Assist with Care Coordination services for a selected patient group as appropriate in collaboration with the Case Management Team. This hospital-based position works in partnership with the staff of Care Coordination. Primary Position Responsibilities 1.Assists patient/family in securing adequate available resources, services and facilities based upon assessed needs prior to discharge and/or during follow-up clinic as measured by outcome of intervention and documentation 2.Assist with setting up transportation for patients to either home or to a facility 3.Responsible for setting up follow-up appointment with the PCP’s 4.Promotes the retail pharmacy's meds to beds program with hospitalized patients 5.Assists with delivery of medications to the patient room for the meds to beds service 6.Collaborates and communicates with the retail pharmacy staff on a daily basis 7.Responsible for obtaining pre-authorization Qualifications Minimum Education Required High School Diploma Preferred Associate Degree in Social Work or related healthcare field Minimum Years of Experience (Amount, Type and Variation): Required One year of work experience in an acute care hospital, ambulatory clinic and/or home care setting. Preferred Social work experience in an acute care hospital, ambulatory clinic and/or home care setting or pursuing education in social work. Knowledge, Skills and/or Abilities: Required Operates in a collaborative manner, and is open and flexible, Communicates (verbally and in writing) clearly, accurately, and effectively. Good interpersonal skills Hunterdon Health is committed to providing a competitive benefit package to our employees. Benefit offerings vary based on status and may include but not be limited to medical, dental, vision, family forming, paid time off, tuition rei