At Moffitt Cancer Center, we strive to be the leader in understanding the complexity of cancer and applying these insights to contribute to the prevention and cure of cancer. Our diverse team of over 9,000 are dedicated to serving our patients and creating a workspace where every individual is recognized and appreciated. For this reason, Moffitt has been recognized on the 2023 Forbes list of America’s Best Large Employers and America’s Best Employers for Women, Computerworld magazine’s list of 100 Best Places to Work in Information Technology, DiversityInc Top Hospitals & Health Systems and continually named one of the Tampa Bay Time’s Top Workplace. Additionally, Moffitt is proud to have earned the prestigious Magnet® designation in recognition of its nursing excellence. Moffitt is a National Cancer Institute-designated Comprehensive Cancer Center based in Florida, and the leading cancer hospital in both Florida and the Southeast. We are a top 10 nationally ranked cancer center by Newsweek and have been nationally ranked by U.S. News & World Report since 1999.
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Summary

Position Highlights:

Assists with discharge planning.  Provides education and information to patients and caregivers related to the various community levels of post-acute care.  Facilitates patient and family in facility selection.  Provides clerical assistance with placements to post-acute care services (faxing/calling/packet creation) for skilled nursing facilities, inpatient rehabilitation facilities and hospices. Navigation of the EMR in order to extrapolate relevant clinical data necessary for placement referrals. Utilizes discharge planning software. Maintains a database and working knowledge of community resources pertinent to the oncology population.  Offers information and referral services.  Provides information on general cancer resources, transportation resources and other community resources as appropriate. Coordinates lodging referrals to Hope Lodge and other lodging resources.  Coordinates transportation requests using community agencies. Performs miscellaneous duties as required. 

 

Responsibilities:

Anticipate and coordinate referrals to community-based organizations, to ensure the timely continuation of a patient’s treatment plan or discharge following an acute care admission. Collaborate effectively with medical team. Complete all documentation and reporting requirements.

 

Credentials and Qualifications:

BSW from CSWE approved school  Experience with disability management is highly preferred  Must have clear written and verbal communication skills and basic competence in various computer applications