Company :Highmark Inc.Job Description :JOB SUMMARYRN Gastroenterology (GI) experience preferred.This job has primary ownership and oversight over a specified panel of members that range in health status/severity and clinical needs. The incumbent assesses health management needs of the assigned member panel and utilizing data/analytics in conjunction with professional clinical judgement to identify the right clinical intervention for each member. The incumbent will be supported by a multi-disciplinary team and will use clinical judgment to refer members to appropriate multi-disciplinary resources. In addition to identifying the appropriate clinical interventions and referrals, the incumbent will manage an active case load of members in his/her panel that are enrolled in case management. The incumbent conducts outreach to members enrolled in case management including but is not limited to: developing a care plan, encouraging behavior changes, identifying and addressing barriers, helping members to coordinate care, and identifying various resources to assist members in achieving their personal health goals. The incumbent monitors, improves and maintains quality outcomes (clinical, financial and functional) for the specified panel of members.ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES
Maintain oversight over specified panel of members by performing ongoing assessment of members’ health management needs, identifying the right clinical interventions to address member needs and/or triaging members to appropriate resources for additional support.
For assigned case load, create care plans to address members’ identified needs, remove barriers to care, identify resources, and conduct a number of other activities to help improve the health outcomes of members; care plans include both long and short term goals and plan of regular contacts for re-assessment.
Ensure targeted percentage of patient goal achievement (i.e., realization of member care plan), and other patient outcomes, as applicable, are achieved.
Ensure all activities are documented and conducted in compliance with applicable business process requirements, regulatory requirements and accreditation standards.
Maintain current knowledge and adheres to applicable CMS, state, local, and regulatory agency requirements and applicable standards of practice for case management including those published by CMSA and/or ACMA, as required by the organization.
Other duties as assigned or requested.
EDUCATIONRequired
High School Diploma/GED
Substitutions
None
Preferred
Bachelor's Degree in Nursing
EXPERIENCERequired
7 years of any combination of clinical, case management and/or disease/condition management experience, provider operations and / or health insurance experience
Preferred
RN Gastroenterology (GI) experience
Experience working with the healthcare needs of diverse populations
Understanding of the importance of cultural competency in addressing targeted populations
LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONSRequired
RN license in PA or WV or DE or NY is required. Other RN license(s), if applicable, must be obtained within the first 6 months of employment.
Preferred
Certification in Case Management
SKILLS
Written and verbal presentation skills, negotiation skills, and skills in positively influencing others with respect and compassion
Broad knowledge of disease processes
Understanding of healthcare costs and the broader healthcare service delivery system
Proficiency in MS Excel and strong analytic skills with ability to interpret, evaluate and act on clinical and financial data, including analysis of statistical data
Excellent interpersonal/ consensus building skills as well as the ability to work with a variety of internal and external colleagues from all levels of an organization
Ability to work in a high performing team environment that requires flexibility
Demonstrated ability to handle multiple priorities in a fast paced environment. Excellent organizational, time management and project management skills
Self-directed; self-starter, ability to work successfully with indirect supervision and moderate autonomy
LANGUAGE REQUIREMENT (Other than English)NoneTRAVEL REQUIREMENT0% - 25%PHYSICAL, MENTAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONSPosition TypeOffice-BasedTeaches/Trains others regularlyRarelyTravels regularly from the office to various work sites or from site-to-siteRarelyWorks primarily out-of-the office selling products/services (Sales employees)Does Not ApplyPhysical Work Site RequiredNoLifting: up to 10 poundsRarelyLifting: 10 to 25 poundsRarelyLifting: 25 to 50 poundsRarelyDisclaimer: The job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and essential duties and responsibilities of work performed by employees within this job title. It may not contain a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees to do this job.Compliance Requirement : This job adheres to the ethical and legal standards and behavioral expectations as set forth in the code of business conduct and company policies.As a component of job responsibilities, employees may have access to covered information, cardholder data, or other confidential customer information that must be protected at all times. In connection with this, all employees must comply with both the Health Insurance Portability Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA) as described in the Notice of Privacy Practices and Privacy Policies and Procedures as well as all data security guidelines established within the Company’s Handbook of Privacy Policies and Practices and Information Security Policy.Furthermore, it is every employee’s responsibility to comply with the company’s Code of Business Conduct. This includes but is not limited to adherence to applicable federal and state laws, rules, and regulations as well as company policies and training requirements.Pay Range Minimum:$57,700.00Pay Range Maximum:$106,700.00Base pay is determined by a variety of factors including a candidate’s qualifications, experience, and expected contributions, as well as internal peer equity, market, and business considerations. The displayed salary range does not reflect any geographic differential Highmark may apply for certain locations based upon comparative markets.Highmark Health and its affiliates prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities, and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, age, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation/gender identity or any other category protected by applicable federal, state or local law. Highmark Health and its affiliates take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment individuals without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation/gender identity, protected veteran status or disability.EEO is The LawEqual Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Protected Veterans/Disabled/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity ( https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/migratedfiles/employers/posterscreenreaderoptimized.pdf )We endeavor to make this site accessible to any and all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact number below.For accommodation requests, please contact HR Services Online at HRServices@highmarkhealth.orgCalifornia Consumer Privacy Act Employees, Contractors, and Applicants NoticeReq ID: J252993