ED Case Manager

Technology – Embraces technological solutions to work processes and practices.
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Job Requirements

If you are an existing employee of South Shore Health then please apply through the internal career site.


Requisition Number
R-23541
Facility
LOC
0001 - 55 Fogg Road
55 Fogg Road Weymouth, MA 02190
Department Name
SSH Care Progression
Status
Full time
Budgeted Hours
36
Shift
Day (United States of America)
Under the general supervision of the Case Management Manager acts as a patient advocate/Case Manager to SSH&EC clients. An autonomous role that coordinates, negotiates, procures services and resources for, and manages the care of complex patients to facilitate achievement of quality and cost efficient patient outcomes. Looks for opportunities to reduce cost while assuring the highest quality of care is maintained.

Applies review criteria to determine medical necessity for admission and continued stay. Provides clinically-based case management, discharge planning and care coordination to facilitate the delivery of cost-effective quality healthcare and assists in the identification of appropriate utilization of resources across the continuum of care. Works collaboratively with interdisciplinary staff internal and external to the Organization. Participates in quality improvement and evaluation processes related to the management of patient care.

The Case Manager is on-site and available seven (7) days a week as well as holidays and, therefore, is required to work a weekend rotation and also an occasional holiday.