Responsibilities

Summit Oaks Hospital , a 126 bed, private acute care hospital and chemical dependency treatment center, located in a picturesque suburban setting, fully accredited (by the Joint Commission), has been providing quality health care to adult, child and adolescent northeastern USA residents, since 1902.Summit Oaks has been recognized repeatedly in U.S. News & World Report, as one of the nation's best behavioral health hospitals.

If you are pursuing a career in the social services field and have an interest in working in behavioral health, our Discharge Planner position would be a valuable experience. The discharge planner is responsible for assisting in discharge planning coordination with unit, social worker and Utilization Review staff. This position entails attending treatment planning meetings, reviewing clinical documentation and seeking appropriate aftercare referrals.

We offer competitive pay and comprehensive benefits package, which includes medical, prescription drug and life insurance coverage, a 401(k) plan with partial company match, paid time off, tuition reimbursement and many other options.

Universal Health Services, Inc. (UHS ), our corporate parent, is one of the nation's largest and most respected health care management companies, operating through its subsidiary acute care hospitals, behavioral health facilities and ambulatory centers nationwide. Founded in 1978, UHS subsidiaries now have more than 81,00 0employees. The UHS business strategy is to build or purchase health care properties in rapidly growing markets and create a strong franchise based on exceptional service and effective cost control. Our success comes from our responsive management style and a service philosophy based on integrity, competence and compassion.

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We believe that diversity and inclusion among our teammates is critical to our success.

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Qualifications

Education: High school graduate, bachelors preferred. Completion of basic clerical or medical/clerical course is preferred.

Experience: A minimum of two (2) years’ experience in a clerical support role, preferably in a psychiatric health-care setting.