<p>Location:</p> <p>Medical Center - Fort Worth</p> <p>Department:</p> <p>Continuum / Complex Care</p> <p>Shift:</p> <p>First Shift (United States of America)</p> <p>Standard Weekly Hours:</p> <p>40</p> <p>Summary:</p> <p>The Case Management Assistant will support all Case Management Social Workers and RN Case Managers in the Medical Center to assist with defined functions and activities to facilitate Utilization Review functions, Discharge Coordination activities, and Social Worker interventions. This individual is charged with identifying processes for which the Case Management Assistant can assume responsibility with minimal supervision or direction.</p> <p>Education:</p> <p>High School diploma required Two years of experience Excellent verbal and written communication skills Demonstrates support for a positive work environment and peer relationships Familiarity with basic medical terminology and ICD-10 and CPT coding an asset Proficiency in English / Spanish o Must meet proficiency levels defined by Cook Children's Health Care System, measured by objective, and nationally recognized oral language, reading and writing tests. All applicants are tested prior to employment; applicants must meet minimally required English/Spanish proficiency levels Ability to relate to a diverse cultural and ethnic population. Previous experience in a managed care environment desirable but not required Expertise with various software applications/databases (i.e., Excel, Word, etc.) Ability to adapt to changing health care environment; ability to work with all members of the health care team to achieve positive outcomes.</p> <p>Certification/Licensure:</p> <ul> <li>Basis Life Support (BLS) Certification for Health Care Providers within 30 days of employment and must be maintained per Medical Center Policy, MC 175 </li></ul> <p>About Us:</p> <p>Cook Children's Medical Center is the cornerstone of Cook Children's, and offers advanced technologies, research and treatments, surgery, rehabilitation and ancillary services all designed to meet children's needs.</p> <p>Cook Children's is an EOE/AA, Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran employer.</p>