Manages patient's transition through the healthcare systemand transfers accountability to the appropriate person or agency upondischarge.  Performs admission, concurrent and retrospective review forall patients using Interqual Criteria.  Provides necessary information to3rd party payers, physicians, staff, patients and families.  Accountablefor accurate resource utilization and facilitation of improvement in qualitycare for assigned caseload.  Provides services to patients throughout thelifespan including all age groups.

MinimumExperience:  Must possess familiarity with case management issues,discharge planning and utilization management.

Licensure/Certification:  Mustpossess a current New Mexico license as a Social Worker.  InterqualCertification or Case Management Certification preferred.