Case Manager jobs in Lafayette, LA

Iberia Medical Center

(IMC) in New Iberia, LA is looking for team members who will help advance our

vision to be the premier hospital of choice for patients, physicians and

employees. We've been caring for our community for over 60 years and offer many

diverse career paths. Our new employees experience opportunities to learn and

grow while caring for their families, friends and neighbors.

IMC is currently hiring a Case Manager , who is responsible

for the coordination of services through the continuum of care that balances

the delivery of quality patient care with the cost-effective utilization of

resources. Supports collaboration and

communication of patient/family and entire healthcare team regarding the

patient’s plan of care and continued needs post-discharge and facilitates those

services required.

EDUCATION

Graduate of an accredited school of Nursing.

TRAINING/EXPERIENCE

Case management experience preferred.

PRINCIPLE TASKS, DUTIES, AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Be available by telephone during working

hours Act as liason between patients,

physicians, and referral sources. Be knowledgeable of all assigned

patients. Conduct on-going clinical reviews to

ensure appropriate level of care and necessity of continued stay. Reports clinical reviews to third party

payer sources as required/requested. Post authorizations into computer as

needed. Make appropriate referrals as ordered

per MD. Ensures that the most effective and

level appropriate discharge plan is in place for all assigned patients to promote

safety in the post-acute setting. Actively involved in interdisciplinary

rounding meetings. Complies with all compliance

expectations. Knowledgeable of all CMS Mandated Forms.

COMPETITIVE BENEFITS

Great medical benefit plan

Participation in robust state

pension plan Dental, vision, life

insurance, disability and more

Employment Type:

FULL_TIME