Transitional Care Associate - Kootenai Health : Job Details

The Transitional Care Associates (TCA) primary responsibility is to provide direct support throughout the discharge planning process for the Transitional Care Services department. PRN (As Needed) - Day Shift Responsibilities: Assists in the facilitation and exchange of clinical information between the hospital and post-acute providers and suppliers Supports the functions of the Transitional Care Services department through the education of patients and families regarding required regulatory notices, arranges durable medical equipment, provides specialized administrative assistance, and maintains all required records Provides timely responses to the referrals sent to post-acute care providers using AIDA and will fax referral information to facilities (not using AIDA) and to other agencies, as requested by professional staff Prepares, completes, and distributes facility transfer packets. Identifies missing information and provides appropriate follow up as needed Collaborates with Nurse C...Associate, Medical Equipment, Healthcare, Transportation