What are the responsibilities and job description for the DIR - CASE MGMT position at UHS?
This opportunity is full-time position at 40 hours per week, offers full benefits.
Wellington Regional Medical Center is located in Wellington, Florida. It is a 235-bed, acute care hospital, owned by a subsidiary of Universal Health Services, Inc., a highly respected healthcare management organization.
Wellington Regional is proud to have provided high quality healthcare services to the residents of Palm Beach County since 1986. As a community hospital, accredited by The Joint Commission, Wellington Regional prides itself on its continued commitment to remain on the forefront of advanced technologies and expand programs and services to meet the needs of the growing community it serves.
We promote an environment that fosters compassion, teamwork, innovation and opportunities for professional growth. Our mission is supported by our commitment to fair and ethical treatment for all.
To learn more visit Welcome to Wellington Regional Medical Center | Wellington, FL
Job Requirements:
- Current RN license in the State of Florida.
- Case Management certification.
- BS required. A. or M.S. strongly preferred
- Five (5) years Case Management Director Experience in an Acute Care setting required.
As a Wellington Regional Medical Center employee, you will be part of a first-class organization offering:
- Challenging and rewarding work environment
- Competitive Compensation & Generous Paid Time Off
- Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plans
- 401(K) with company match and discounted stock plan
- Educational Assistance
- SoFi Student Loan Refinancing Program
- Career development opportunities across UHS and its 300 locations!
- HealthStream online learning catalogue with plenty of free CEU courses
If you would like to learn more about the position before applying, please contact Wendy Russell, Recruiter at wendy.russell@uhsinc.com and by phone at (561) 798-8635.
What do our current employees value at Wellington Regional Medical Center & UHS?
A safe and supportive environment that puts patient care first. One of the most rewarding aspects of working at Wellington Regional Medical Center is providing excellent care, comfort, and security to the patients and families you treat, at their most vulnerable times. You are never alone, as you are part of a large, nationwide network of employees and leaders who routinely exchange ideas, and review current topics within the industry. We are proud of our robust continuing education options and opportunities for skills diversification and career advancement with UHS. We want to help you succeed and grow in your profession and enjoy a sense of belonging and trust that comes through your expanding experience. At UHS, you have a voice.
About Universal Health Services
One of the nation’s largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services, Universal Health Services, Inc. (NYSE: UHS) has built an impressive record of achievement and performance, growing since its inception into a Fortune 500 corporation. Headquartered in King of Prussia, PA, UHS has 89,000 employees. Through its subsidiaries, UHS operates 28 acute care hospitals, 335 behavioral health facilities, 40 outpatient facilities and ambulatory care access points in 39 U.S. states, Washington, D.C., Puerto Rico and the United Kingdom.
Qualifications
Role and Responsibilities
Assumes responsibility and accountability for the fiscal, operational and personnel management of the Case Management Department, including RN Case Managers & licensed social workers. Assures the achievement of Hospital inpatient and observation patient length of stay goals. Assures the placement of patients into the appropriate patient status. Collaborates with the CMO and Medical Staff on all Case Management/Physician issues. Coordinates safe discharge processes for all patients to the appropriate next step in the continuum of care. Develops plans to effectively manage patients post discharge to prevent readmissions. Hospital lead for the Medical Staff’s Utilization Management Committee. Assures the appropriate patients are referred to EHR for second level patient status reviews. Co-chairs the Hospital’s Denials Committee with the Patient Access Director, interceding to prevent patient denials and post discharge governmental and insurance company take backs.
EEO Statement
All UHS subsidiaries are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates. UHS subsidiaries are equal opportunity employers and as such, openly support and fully commit to recruitment, selection, placement, promotion and compensation of individuals without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), genetic information, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
We believe that diversity and inclusion among our teammates is critical to our success.
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