**Req Number** 177387

Job Description

Facilitates patient's hospitalization from pre-admission through post-discharge. Coordinates with physicians, nurses, social workers and other health team members to expedite medically appropriate, cost-effective care. Assesses, plans, oversees and evaluates the appropriateness of care across the acute care continuum. Applies clinical expertise and medical appropriateness criteria to resource utilization and discharge planning.

Job Responsibility

1. Coordinates and facilitates patient care throughout hospitalization.Performs a case management intake assessment.Orients patient to the role of the case manager, the goals of care and expected length of stay.Discusses with attending physician and/or physician advisor the appropriateness of resource utilization, consultation and treatment plan.Participates in interdisciplinary patient care rounds.Discusses estimated length of stay, treatment and discharge plan with th...