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KidsPeace

TREATMENT AND DISCHARGE PLANNER/MEDICAL ESCORT-LHRS

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What they do

A Patient Transporter or Orderly moves hospital patients from one place to another and cleans equipment and facilities. May assist with basic care of patients such as feeding and dressing. Works in hospitals or in long-term care facilities.

$38,923 / year median in New York

+5% projected growth

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Job Description

This position is responsible for providing information crucial to the exchange of health information treatment and discharge planning and documentation. The position is also responsible for medical escorts, transportation and supervision of health care appointments in the community.
QUALIFICATIONS
Must be at least 21 years of age. High School Diploma or equivalent required. Maintain a valid New York State driver's license. Certification in 1st Aid/ CPR prior to or subsequent to hiring. Satisfactory Completion of Mandated Reporter Training prior to or subsequent to hiring.
JOB DUTIES
Coordinate Medicaid services received by the child in the community and transition the child to home and community based living with outpatient treatment as part of discharge planning. Facilitate the exchange of health information and documentation of care received by the child in the community, including attending any community provided care. Must coordinate care if child attends community school and deliver services through the provider. All other duties as assigned by management.