Integris Health
Care Management Associate - Southwest Medical Center - Days
Integris Health, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, us, 73113
INTEGRIS Health Southwest Medical Center, Oklahoma's largest not-for-profit health system has a great opportunity for a Case Management Associate in OKC, OK. In this position, you'll work full time (8-5) Monday - Friday OR 4 - 10's, with our Southwest Medical Center team providing exceptional care to those who have entrusted INTEGRIS Health with their healthcare needs. If our mission of partnering with people to live healthier lives speaks to you, apply today, and learn more about our increased compensation plans and recently enhanced benefits package for all eligible caregivers such as front-loaded PTO, 100% INTEGRIS Health paid short-term disability, increased retirement match, and paid family leave. We invite you to join us as we strive to be The Most Trusted Partner for Health.
The Case Management Associate educates patients, families, and staff on the benefits and availability of home health care, hospice, skill nursing facilities, nursing homes, rehabilitation services, and home infusion services. Coordinates care in homebound service areas. Adheres to National Patient Safety Goals as appropriate based on the level of patient contact this position requires. Case Management Only: Completes the plan for discharge after the Social Worker or RN Case Manager have assessed and completed recommendations for the plan of care. Coordinates receipt of appropriate documentation and arranges transportation to support a smooth transition. Completes any clerical duties associated with the plan of care including utilization management. INTEGRIS is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All applicants will receive consideration regardless of membership in any protected status as defined by applicable state or federal law, including protected veteran or disability status.
The Case Management Associate responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:
* Identifies potential candidates who could benefit from homebound services. * Educates the patient/family prior to discharge regarding home health care, skilled nursing, nursing home, rehab, hospice and home infusion services that are available. * Facilitates effective communication regarding the qualifying criteria for admission to various venues for post -acute hospital care. * Documents the referral in the medical record according to departmental policy. * Serves as a resource to the Physician, Case Manager, Social Worker and interdisciplinary team regarding post-acute care needs * Educates patients on standards of quality for patient satisfaction measures.
Case Management Only:
* Keeps constant communication between the patient, family, RN Case Manager and the Social Work Team as to the status of all pending discharge arrangements. * Responsible for communication of appropriate medical records to receiving agency/facility and to the appropriate payer. For
INTEGRIS Decisions Only:
* Leads age and developmentally appropriate patient education groups to address the emotional, physical and environmental needs of Behavioral Health and/or Addiction Recovery patients. * Participates in the writing of treatment plans with other program staff and physicians. * Assist in utilization review process by contacting patients? insurance companies to provide clinical information to authorize patient treatment. * Serves as a patient advocate in the patients? needs, as well as those individuals involved with patient. * Completes or facilitates the completion of Emergency detention paperwork, as well as ensure its distribution and receipt by legally designated individuals. * Processes orders/refills or laboratory for ordering physician. * Monitors patients? medications and provide education related to use and side effects. * Monitors vital signs as indicated by physician orders or if deemed medically necessary. * Provides referrals options for patient?s who are assessed, but do not enter the program. * Completes a comprehensive Initial Mental Health Assessment of patients clinical, psychological and financial needs utilizing all available resources. * Attends and participates in treatment team.
Reports to assigned manager. This position may have additional or varied physical demand and/or respiratory fit test requirements. Please consult the Physical Demands Project SharePoint site or contact Risk Management/Employee Health for additional information. Normal office environment. When working in clinical areas, potential for exposure to infections and communicable diseases, blood and body fluids, electrical equipment, chemicals. Must follow standard precautions. All applicants will receive consideration regardless of membership in any protected status as defined by applicable state or federal law, including protected veteran or disability status.
* Bachelors degree in health related field; or Bachelors degree in business field with 2 additional years of healthcare experience; or Associate degree with 2 years experience in a variety of clinical settings (i.e., home health, nursing inpatient, physician office, clinic, outpatient, community based; or License Practical Nurse (LPN) with 3 years of nursing experience; or 6 years of directly related experience may be substituted for degree requirement. * 2 years experience in home health preferred * Experience in healthcare education, marketing, public relations and/or communications preferred * Clinical experience and/or license preferred * Must be able to communicate effectively in English (Verbal/Written)
The Case Management Associate educates patients, families, and staff on the benefits and availability of home health care, hospice, skill nursing facilities, nursing homes, rehabilitation services, and home infusion services. Coordinates care in homebound service areas. Adheres to National Patient Safety Goals as appropriate based on the level of patient contact this position requires. Case Management Only: Completes the plan for discharge after the Social Worker or RN Case Manager have assessed and completed recommendations for the plan of care. Coordinates receipt of appropriate documentation and arranges transportation to support a smooth transition. Completes any clerical duties associated with the plan of care including utilization management. INTEGRIS is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All applicants will receive consideration regardless of membership in any protected status as defined by applicable state or federal law, including protected veteran or disability status.
The Case Management Associate responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:
* Identifies potential candidates who could benefit from homebound services. * Educates the patient/family prior to discharge regarding home health care, skilled nursing, nursing home, rehab, hospice and home infusion services that are available. * Facilitates effective communication regarding the qualifying criteria for admission to various venues for post -acute hospital care. * Documents the referral in the medical record according to departmental policy. * Serves as a resource to the Physician, Case Manager, Social Worker and interdisciplinary team regarding post-acute care needs * Educates patients on standards of quality for patient satisfaction measures.
Case Management Only:
* Keeps constant communication between the patient, family, RN Case Manager and the Social Work Team as to the status of all pending discharge arrangements. * Responsible for communication of appropriate medical records to receiving agency/facility and to the appropriate payer. For
INTEGRIS Decisions Only:
* Leads age and developmentally appropriate patient education groups to address the emotional, physical and environmental needs of Behavioral Health and/or Addiction Recovery patients. * Participates in the writing of treatment plans with other program staff and physicians. * Assist in utilization review process by contacting patients? insurance companies to provide clinical information to authorize patient treatment. * Serves as a patient advocate in the patients? needs, as well as those individuals involved with patient. * Completes or facilitates the completion of Emergency detention paperwork, as well as ensure its distribution and receipt by legally designated individuals. * Processes orders/refills or laboratory for ordering physician. * Monitors patients? medications and provide education related to use and side effects. * Monitors vital signs as indicated by physician orders or if deemed medically necessary. * Provides referrals options for patient?s who are assessed, but do not enter the program. * Completes a comprehensive Initial Mental Health Assessment of patients clinical, psychological and financial needs utilizing all available resources. * Attends and participates in treatment team.
Reports to assigned manager. This position may have additional or varied physical demand and/or respiratory fit test requirements. Please consult the Physical Demands Project SharePoint site or contact Risk Management/Employee Health for additional information. Normal office environment. When working in clinical areas, potential for exposure to infections and communicable diseases, blood and body fluids, electrical equipment, chemicals. Must follow standard precautions. All applicants will receive consideration regardless of membership in any protected status as defined by applicable state or federal law, including protected veteran or disability status.
* Bachelors degree in health related field; or Bachelors degree in business field with 2 additional years of healthcare experience; or Associate degree with 2 years experience in a variety of clinical settings (i.e., home health, nursing inpatient, physician office, clinic, outpatient, community based; or License Practical Nurse (LPN) with 3 years of nursing experience; or 6 years of directly related experience may be substituted for degree requirement. * 2 years experience in home health preferred * Experience in healthcare education, marketing, public relations and/or communications preferred * Clinical experience and/or license preferred * Must be able to communicate effectively in English (Verbal/Written)