Case Management Assistant St Ritas Medical Center
Case Management Assistant St Ritas Medical Center
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Job Description
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Scheduled Weekly Hours:
20Work Shift:
Days/Afternoons (United States of America)Primary Function/General Purpose of Position
The Care Management Assistant works closely with the care management staff assisting them with everyday duties.The Care Management Assistant must have a passion for working with people and strong people skills are invaluable in this position as these professionals work closely with individuals in a variety of difficult situations.
Essential Job Functions
- Assists in issuing Medicare Important Message letters after communication and prioritization with Care Management staff and delivers and explains observation status notifications to patients in observation status between 2436 hours of admission after communication and prioritization with Care Management staff
- Collaborates with Care Managers and Social Workers assists with faxing mail management phone message retrieval and other office tasks
- Provides updates on approvals and denials to Care Managers and Social Workers as information is received or requested from Ensemble
- Provides assistance for noncomplex arrangements related to discharge planning and transitions under the direction and supervision of the care manager
- Assists in keeping community resource manuals up to date
This document is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities skills duties requirements or working conditions associated with the job. Employees may be required to perform other jobrelated duties as required by their supervisor subject to reasonable accommodation.
Licensing/Certification
BLS Basic Life Support American Heart Association (required)
Education
High School Diploma or GED (required)
Some college (preferred)
Work Experience
Previous healthcare experience with patient discharge planning procedures (preferred)
Training
None
Language
None
Patient Population
XDemonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served on his or her assigned unit.
XDemonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development of the life span and possesses the ability to assess data reflective of the patients status and interprets the appropriate information needed to identify each patients requirements relative to his or her age specific needs and to provide the care needed as described in departmental policies and procedures.
XNeonates 04 weeks)
XInfant 112 months)
XPediatrics 112 years)
XAdolescents 1317 years)
XAdults 1864 years)
XGeriatrics 65 years and older)
XNot applicable to this position
Working Conditions
XPeriods of high stress and fluctuating workloads may occur.
Longdistance or air travel as needed not to exceed 10 travel.
XGeneral office environment.
XMay be exposed to high noise levels and bright lights.
XMay be exposed to physical altercations and verbal abuse.
XMay be exposed to limited hazardous substances or body fluids.*
May be required to use physical restraints.
XMay be exposed to human blood and other potentially infectious materials.*
May be exposed to adverse weather conditions; cold hot dust wind etc.
XMay have periods of constant interruptions.
Required to car travel to offsite locations occasionally in adverse weather conditions.
Prolonged periods of working alone.
Other:
Not applicable to this position
* Individuals in this position are required to exercise universal precautions use personal protective equipment and devices and learn the policies concerning infection control.
Physical Requirements
Physical Demands
Frequency 0 133 3466 67100
Lifting/ Carrying 050 lbs. X
Lifting/ Carrying 50100 lbs. X
Push/ Pull 050 lbs.X
Push/ Pull 50100 lbs.X
Stoop KneelX
Crawling X
ClimbingX
Balance X
Bending X
Work Position
Frequency 0 133 3466 67100
Sitting X
WalkingX
Standing X
Additional Physical Requirements/Hazards
Physical Requirements
X Manual dexterity (eye/hand coordination)
X Perform shift work
Maneuver weight of patients
X Hear alarms/telephone/audio recordings
Reach above shoulder
X Repetitive arm/hand movements
X Finger Dexterity
Color Vision
Acuity far
X Acuity near
Not applicable to this position
Hazards
Depth perception
Use of Latex products
Exposure to toxic/caustic/chemicals/detergents
Exposure to moving mechanical parts
Exposure to dust/fumes
Exposure to potential electrical shock
Exposure to x ray/electromagnetic energy
X Exposure to high pitched noises
Gaseous risk exposure
Other:
Not applicable to this position
Skills
Hard/Tech/Clinical Skills:
Care management
Care for patients
Patient Observation
Discharge planning
Mail management
Soft/Interpersonal Skills:
Verbal communication
Written communication
Attention to detail
Critical thinking
Communication with family members
Active listening
Organization
Task Management
Time Management
Teamwork
Relationship Building
Interpersonal Skills
MercyHealth is an equal opportunity employer.
Many of our opportunities reward* your hard work with:
- Comprehensive affordable medical dental and vision plans
- Prescription drug coverage
- Flexible spending accounts
- Life insurance w/AD&D
- Employer contributions to retirement savings plan when eligible
- Paid time off
- Educational Assistance
- And much more
*Benefits offerings vary according to employment status.
Department:
Case Mgmt St Ritas Medical CenterIt is our policy to abide by all Federal and State laws as well as the requirements of 41 CFR 601.4(a) 60300.5(a) and 60741.5(a). Accordingly all applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color national origin religion sex sexual orientation gender identity age genetic information or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If youd like to view a copy of the affirmative action plan or policy statement for Mercy Health Youngstown Ohio or Bon Secours Franklin Virginia; Petersburg Virginia; and Emporia Virginia which are Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer please email . If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at .
Employment Type
Part-Time
