Case Manager - Beacon of Home

Overview
Join us as a Case Manager at Beacon of Home, where your expertise will drive impactful patient-centered care in a dynamic healthcare environment. This vital role involves coordinating comprehensive case management services to ensure seamless patient transitions across inpatient, outpatient, and post-acute care settings. You will leverage your extensive clinical knowledge and compassionate approach to facilitate optimal health outcomes, advocate for patients, and streamline healthcare processes. If you thrive in fast-paced settings and are passionate about making a difference through expert case management, this opportunity is for you!

Duties

• Conduct thorough patient assessments, including medical history review, physiological evaluation, and psychosocial factors to develop personalized care plans.
• Coordinate discharge planning by collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, ensuring timely and appropriate patient discharges from hospital or clinic settings.
• Manage utilization review and utilization management processes to optimize resource use while maintaining quality standards.
• Facilitate diagnostic evaluations and coordinate post-acute care services such as home health, rehabilitation, or outpatient clinics.
• Maintain accurate and confidential medical records in compliance with HIPAA regulations; document all case management activities meticulously.
• Provide patient education and support regarding treatment options, medication adherence, and community resources to empower informed decision-making.
• Liaise with insurance providers and managed care organizations to authorize services and streamline authorization processes.

Skills

• Proven experience in hospital settings with expertise in Level I Trauma Centers, Level II trauma centers, or similar acute care environments.
• Strong background in hospital medicine, emergency medicine, ICU, PICU (Pediatric Intensive Care Unit), or behavioral health settings.
• Knowledge of medical terminology, physiology, diagnostic evaluation techniques, and inpatient/outpatient care workflows.
• Familiarity with HIPAA compliance, medical records management, intake procedures, discharge planning, and utilization management protocols.
• Excellent patient service skills with the ability to perform comprehensive patient assessments and coordinate complex care plans effectively.
• Experience in addiction counseling or mental health counseling is a plus; familiarity with post-acute care pathways highly desirable.
• Ability to navigate managed care systems efficiently while advocating for patient needs across diverse healthcare environments. Join our team to make a meaningful impact on patient lives through dedicated case management! We value energetic professionals committed to excellence in healthcare coordination and compassionate patient advocacy.

Pay: From $45,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 403(b) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Mileage reimbursement
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Washington, DC 20018