Plumas District Hospital

Utilization Review / Discharge Planning

Job Locations US-CA-Quincy
Type Regular Full-Time
Job ID
2026-1758
Category
Nursing Opportunities
Location : Postal Code
95971
Location : Address
1065 Bucks Lake Rd.

Nature and Scope

This multifaceted role will focus on discharge planning, utilization review, and swing bed coordination within our healthcare facility. The Case Manager will play a pivotal role in ensuring the smooth transition of patients from the acute care setting to appropriate post-acute care options, while also managing utilization and assisting swing bed services.

Location

We are located at 1065 Bucks Lake Road Quincy, CA 95971

Compensation

  • Hourly Rate: $58.98 – $84.09 (based on clinical pay scale)

Job Status / Shift Information

  • Full-time, benefited
  • Requried to be put on administration on call schedule 

Qualifications

Experience:

  • A Minimum of three (3) years' experience in case management and utilization management. 

Education:

  • Bachelor's degree in a healthcare-related field (such as Nursing, or Healthcare Administration).
  • Current healthcare licensure or relevant certification (e.g., RN or related lic.).

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

  • Knowledge of insurance and Medicare/Medicaid regulations.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Strong organizational and time-management abilities.
  • Ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary healthcare team.
  • Understanding of medical terminology and patient care.
  • Excellent skills in crucial conversations, and emotional intelligence.

Responsibilities

  • Conduct comprehensive assessments of patients' medical, social, and financial needs to develop effective discharge plans.
  • Collaborate with physicians, nurses, social workers, and other healthcare professionals to ensure that patients receive the most suitable and seamless post-acute care.
  • Coordinate and facilitate family meetings to educate and involve patients and their families in the discharge planning process.
  • Monitor and update discharge plans to address evolving patient needs and conditions.
  • Review and assess the medical necessity and appropriateness of care provided to patients.

Benefits / Perks

  • Pay & Recognition
  • Balanced Life
  • Well-Being
  • Professional Growth
  • Dependent Care
  • Child Care

 At PDH, we believe investing in our team matters. Our benefits and perks include medical, vision, dental, 401k, retirement, paid time off, discounted memberships with Flight/American Medical Care Network, housing stipend or paid housing for first 3 months of employment, shift differentials, and more! PDH Benefits to review more details on current options available

 

Why Plumas District Hospital

Work in a supportive, community-focused clinic environment surrounded by the beauty of the Sierra Nevada. Make a lasting impact on patient care while enjoying competitive pay and meaningful benefits.

Contact Information

Recruiter Name/Email:

Nicholas Clawson

 

Department Phone:

530-283-7169

 

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