About the role

  • Assesses patient's clinical needs against established guidelines and/or standards to ensure that the services provided are medically appropriate to members needs.
  • Evaluates the necessity, appropriateness and efficiency of services provided.
  • Develops, coordinates and assists in implementation of members- individualized plan of care.
  • Coordinates with patient, family, physician, hospital and other external customers with respect to the appropriateness of care from diagnosis to outcome.
  • Coordinates the delivery of high quality, cost-effective care supported by clinical practice guidelines established by the plan addressing the entire continuum of care.
  • Monitors patient's medical care activities, regardless of the site of service, and outcomes for appropriateness and effectiveness.
  • Advocates for the member/family among various sites to coordinate resource utilization and evaluation of services provided.
  • Documents accurately and comprehensively based on the standards of practice and current organization policies.
  • Provides field based and/or telephonic case management activities specific to the Dual Special Needs program.

Requirements

  • High School Diploma/GED required
  • Bachelor degree preferred or relevant experience in lieu of degree
  • Requires a minimum of three (3) years broad clinical experience
  • Requires a minimum of three (3) years experience in home care, discharge planning, or case management. Preferably with the elderly frail population.
  • Requires a minimum of three (3) year experience in the health care delivery system/industry.
  • Active Unrestricted NJ SW/RN/LPN License or CSW Required
  • Requires strong knowledge of the standards of practice for case managers.
  • Requires strong knowledge of managed care principles and concepts including Health Plan Effectiveness Data and Information Sheet (HEDIS).
  • Required knowledge of medical terminology.
  • Prefers knowledge of managed care principles.
  • Prefer experience with elderly frail population.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health benefits (Medical/Dental/Vision)
  • Retirement Plans
  • Generous PTO
  • Incentive Plans
  • Wellness Programs
  • Paid Volunteer Time Off
  • Tuition Reimbursement

Job title

Care Manager

Job type

Experience level

Mid levelSenior

Salary

$62,100 - $83,160 per year

Degree requirement

High School Diploma

Location requirements

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