Discharge Coordinator jobs in Augusta, GA

Discharge Coordinator directs daily operation of record processing to ensure that discharge records are properly received, organized, and forwarded to the appropriate physician for completion. Audits medical records to guarantee compliance with institution standards, procedures and policies. Being a Discharge Coordinator may require a bachelor's degree in area of specialty. Typically reports to a supervisor or manager. To be a Discharge Coordinator typically requires 2 to 4 years of related experience. Gains exposure to some of the complex tasks within the job function. Occasionally directed in several aspects of the work. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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DISCHARGE PLANNER
  • Lighthouse Care Center of Augusta
  • Augusta, GA FULL_TIME
  • Responsibilities:
    Lighthouse Care Center of Augusta (LCCA) is a multi-discipline behavioral healthcare center that offers mental health services to the communities of surrounding Augusta, Georgia. The Lighthouse Care Center of Augusta is an acute and residential treatment facility providing balanced, top-notch clinical care to children, adolescents and young adults. We provide a carefully-structured and supportive environment, and our education program is accredited through the Georgia Accrediting Commission.

    Much more available online at: https://lighthousecarecenters.com/

    LCCA currently has an exciting opportunity for a Discharge Planner. The Discharge Planner is responsible for
    • coordinating the discharge plan offered to the patient
    • interfacing with the treatment team/managed care organizations to ensure quality patient care,
    • collaborating with next level professionals for continuity of care,
    • obtaining certification for services for next level of care/ providers.
    • functioning as a member of the multidisciplinary team and participate in the community relations program of the organization
    • participating in continuous performance improvement activities
    • communicating with outpatient referral sources, families/guardians, and outpatient aftercare providers.

    This opportunity provides the following:
    UHS is Challenging and rewarding work environment
    Growth and development opportunities within UHS and its subsidiaries
    Competitive Compensation
    Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plan.
    401k plan with company match
    Generous Paid Time Off
    Qualifications:
    Regulatory Requirements
    • Masters Degree in a behavioral science related field (psychology, social work, human services, or counseling)
    Language Skills:
    • Ability to communicate in English, both verbally and in writing.
    • Must have sufficient language skills and ability to communicate both verbally and in writing to accurately and professionally implement and document the services provided to clients.
    • Additional languages preferred.
    Skills:
    • Basic computer knowledge.
    • Strong interpersonal skills.
    • Knowledge of a wide range of psychosocial, cognitive and /or developmental disorders.
    • Ability to visually observe client needs.
    • Possess the ability to work productively and effectively.

    Physical Demands:

    • Bending, stooping, lifting and pulling during direct client care necessary as required. May be required to assume awkward positions during physical management of violent or emotionally disturbed clients. Ability to safely participate in and/or supervise physical leisure activities of designated client population.

    WORKING CONDITIONS:

    • Generally works in a fluorescent lit, enclosed, non-smoking environment. Occasionally required to supervise clients who wish to spend time outdoors on a daily, year-round basis. Possible job related hazards include lacerations and punctures from contaminated needles or sharp objects, infectious diseases, skin and eye irritations from cleaning agents, and human bites, scratches and/or saliva.
  • 20 Days Ago

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RN - Discharge
  • Doctors Hospital of Augusta
  • Augusta, GA FULL_TIME
  • Introduction Are you passionate about the patient experience? At HCA Healthcare, we are committed to caring for patients with purpose and integrity. We care like family! Jump-start your career as a Di...
  • 15 Days Ago

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RN - Discharge Nurse
  • Doctors Hospital of Augusta
  • Augusta, GA FULL_TIME
  • Introduction Are you passionate about the patient experience? At HCA Healthcare, we are committed to caring for patients with purpose and integrity. We care like family! Jump-start your career as a Di...
  • 3 Days Ago

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Registered Nurse - Discharge
  • Doctors Hospital of Augusta
  • Augusta, GA PART_TIME
  • Introduction Are you passionate about the patient experience? At HCA Healthcare, we are committed to caring for patients with purpose and integrity. We care like family! Jump-start your career as a Pa...
  • 3 Days Ago

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Coordinator
  • Apartment Life
  • Augusta, GA PART_TIME
  • *Please review the “helpful hints” section below before starting your application.* Apartment Life coordinators get to create and provide an excellent Apartment Life (AL) experience to residents and s...
  • 9 Days Ago

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Coordinator
  • Coastal Processing Inc.
  • Louisville, GA FULL_TIME
  • Description Purpose / Scope : The HACCP / BRC Coordinator will help to develop, implement, and enforce quality, security, and food safety standards, policies, and programs including BRC, HACCP, SQF, r...
  • 17 Days Ago

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Registered Nurse Ortho Trauma
  • Doctors Hospital Of Augusta
  • Augusta, GA
  • DescriptionIntroduction Do you have the career opportunities as an Ortho Trauma RN you want in your current role? We inv...
  • 3/29/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Inpatient Care Registered Nurse
  • Doctors Hospital Of Augusta
  • Augusta, GA
  • DescriptionNewly increased sign-on bonuses of up to $15,000 for qualified candidatesIntroduction Doctors Hospital of Aug...
  • 3/29/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Inpatient Rehab Clinical Nurse Coordinator
  • Doctors Hospital Of Augusta
  • Augusta, GA
  • DescriptionIntroduction Do you want to be appreciated daily? Our nurses are celebrated for being on the front line, empa...
  • 3/29/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Speech Language Pathologist Home Health Full Time
  • Centerwell Home Health
  • Augusta, GA
  • Become a part of our caring community and help us put health first As aHome HealthSpeech Language Pathologist, you will:...
  • 3/29/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Emergency Room RN Coordinator
  • Doctors Hospital Of Augusta
  • Augusta, GA
  • DescriptionIntroduction Do you have the career opportunities as an Emergency Room RN Coordinator you want in your curren...
  • 3/29/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Home Care Coordinator-RN or LPN only
  • Trinity Health
  • Augusta, GA
  • Employment Type: Full timeShift: Day Shift Description: POSITION PURPOSE Responsible for: the efficient and effective fa...
  • 3/29/2024 12:00:00 AM

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RN - Emergency Room Coordinator
  • Doctors Hospital Of Augusta
  • Augusta, GA
  • Description Sign-on bonus available for qualified candidates Introduction Do you have the career opportunities as an Eme...
  • 3/29/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Occupational Therapist Home Health Per Diem
  • Centerwell Home Health
  • Augusta, GA
  • Become a part of our caring community and help us put health first As aHome Health Occupational Therapist, you will: Ass...
  • 3/29/2024 12:00:00 AM

Augusta is located on the Georgia/South Carolina border, about 150 miles (240 km) east of Atlanta and 70 miles (110 km) west of Columbia. The city is located at 33°28′12″N 81°58′30″W / 33.47000°N 81.97500°W / 33.47000; -81.97500 (33.470, −81.975). According to the United States Census Bureau, the Augusta–Richmond County balance has a total area of 306.5 square miles (793.8 km2), of which 302.1 square miles (782.4 km2) is land and 4.3 square miles (11.1 km2) (1.42%) is water. Augusta is located about halfway up the Savannah River on the fall line, which creates a number of small falls on the...
Source: Wikipedia (as of 04/11/2019). Read more from Wikipedia
Income Estimation for Discharge Coordinator jobs
$51,734 to $76,864
Augusta, Georgia area prices
were up 1.5% from a year ago

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