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Cary Medical Center

Discharge Analyst

Caribou, ME · On-site

$16.20 - $23.89/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

The Discharge Analyst is responsible for coordinating, monitoring, reviewing, and facilitating the timely and accurate discharge process for patients at Cary Medical Center. This position works ...

Cary Medical Center

Discharge Analyst

Caribou, ME · On-site

$16.20 - $23.89/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

The Discharge Analyst is responsible for coordinating, monitoring, reviewing, and facilitating the timely and accurate discharge process for patients at Cary Medical Center. This position works ...

PMHD

Discharge Analyst HIM Tech

Brawley, CA · On-site

Collection, assembly and analysis of inpatient and outpatient surgery charts the day following discharge. Responsible for scanning discharges and any loose reports into the correct medical record ...

NaphCare

Discharge Planner

Jacksonville, FL · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

As a Correctional Discharge Planner , you will work alongside correctional officers and other ... Ability to analyze data and solve problems independently. * Integrity, professionalism and ability ...

Naphcare, Inc.

Discharge Planner

Jacksonville, FL · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

As a Correctional Discharge Planner , you will work alongside correctional officers and other ... Ability to analyze data and solve problems independently. * Integrity, professionalism and ability ...

Oceans Healthcare

Discharge Planner - PRN

Opelousas, LA · On-site

The Discharge Planner coordinates with the admission staff and clinical staff to facilitate the ... Skilled in analyzing and utilizing data and systems to provide individualized, cost-effective, high ...

NaphCare

MAT Discharge Planner

Ocala, FL · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

As a Correctional MAT Discharge Planner, you will work alongside correctional officers and other ... Ability to analyze data and solve problems independently. * Integrity, professionalism and ability ...

Naphcare, Inc.

MAT Discharge Planner

Ocala, FL

As a Correctional MAT Discharge Planner, you will work alongside correctional officers and other ... Ability to analyze data and solve problems independently. * Integrity, professionalism and ability ...

The GEO Group

COUNSELOR/DISCHARGE PLANNER

Santa Rosa, CA · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

The Counselor/Discharge Planner prepares written personalized programs for each participant to ... Make entries into confidential files and database to provide the structure for case analysis and ...

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The GEO Group

COUNSELOR/DISCHARGE PLANNER

Santa Rosa, CA · On-site

$30/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

The Counselor/Discharge Planner prepares written personalized programs for each participant to ... Make entries into confidential files and database to provide the structure for case analysis and ...

Naphcare, Inc.

MAT Discharge Planner

Ocala, FL

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

As a Correctional MAT Discharge Planner, you will work alongside correctional officers and other ... Ability to analyze data and solve problems independently. * Integrity, professionalism and ability ...

Naphcare, Inc.

MAT Discharge Planner

Ocala, FL · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

As a Correctional MAT Discharge Planner, you will work alongside correctional officers and other ... Ability to analyze data and solve problems independently. * Integrity, professionalism and ability ...

The GEO Group

COUNSELOR/DISCHARGE PLANNER

Santa Rosa, CA · On-site

$30/hr

The Counselor/Discharge Planner prepares written personalized programs for each participant to ... Make entries into confidential files and database to provide the structure for case analysis and ...

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As of Aug 14, 2026, the average yearly pay for discharge analyst in the United States is $73,261.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $52,500.00 and $87,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the typical responsibilities of a discharge analyst on a daily basis?

As a Discharge Analyst, your day-to-day responsibilities generally include reviewing patient records to ensure all necessary documentation is present and accurate for discharge, verifying compliance with regulatory standards, and coding diagnoses and procedures. You will frequently collaborate with physicians, nurses, case managers, and billing teams to resolve discrepancies and facilitate a smooth discharge process. Depending on the hospital or healthcare facility, you may also be involved in updating electronic health records and generating compliance reports. The position requires a balance of independent data analysis and teamwork to maintain efficient operations and support quality patient care.

What is a discharge analyst?

A Discharge Analyst is responsible for reviewing patient records and discharge documentation to ensure accuracy, completeness, and compliance with healthcare regulations. They work closely with medical staff, coders, and billing teams to verify that all required information is properly recorded for insurance and regulatory purposes. Their role helps streamline the discharge process, reduce billing errors, and maintain accurate medical records. Attention to detail, knowledge of medical terminology, and familiarity with healthcare compliance standards are key skills for this position.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the discharge analyst position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Discharge Analyst, you need strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and knowledge of medical records and healthcare regulations, often supported by a degree in health information management or a related field. Familiarity with hospital information systems (HIS), electronic health records (EHR) platforms, and coding standards such as ICD-10 or DRG is typically required. Excellent communication, organizational skills, and the ability to work collaboratively with clinical and administrative staff are important soft skills. These abilities are crucial for ensuring accurate and timely patient discharge processing, regulatory compliance, and smooth transitions of care.

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Discharge Analyst

Cary Medical Center

Caribou, ME • On-site

$16.20 - $23.89/hr

Part-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 17 days ago

Cary Medical Center rating

7.6

Company rating: 7.6 out of 10

Based on 7 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

257th of 1,059 rated hospitals

Job description

Description

Schedule: Part-Time / 20 Hours
Shift: Days
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt


Pay Range

$16.20 - $23.89 per hour  

The compensation range listed above represents the good-faith range Cary Medical Center anticipates relying upon when making an offer for this position. Starting pay is determined based on factors including, but not limited to, experience, education, certifications, internal equity, and market conditions.


Job Summary: 

Cary Medical Center is seeking a detail-oriented and collaborative Discharge Analyst to join our team. This position plays a key role in coordinating, monitoring, reviewing, and facilitating the timely and accurate discharge process for patients throughout the organization.

The Discharge Analyst is responsible for coordinating, monitoring, reviewing, and facilitating the timely and accurate discharge process for patients at Cary Medical Center. This position works collaboratively with nursing, case management, providers, registration, billing, utilization review, and ancillary departments to ensure discharge documentation, are completed accurately and efficiently.

The Discharge Analyst assists in reducing avoidable delays, improving patient throughput, supporting compliance with federal and state regulations, and enhancing continuity of care and reimbursement accuracy.

We take pride in our workplace culture - so much so that our employees have voted us one of the 2025 Best Places to Work in Maine for the fifth year in a row. At Cary, you'll be part of a supportive, collaborative team where your contributions truly matter.

Join a healthcare organization dedicated to providing exceptional care to our community while supporting and valuing our employees every step of the way.


Essential Job Duties: 

  • Reviews discharge records for completeness, accuracy, and compliance with organizational standards and payer requirements within 3 days of discharge.
  • Ensures required discharge documentation is completed within established timelines.
  • Collaborates with Revenue Cycle staff to address discharge-related billing or reimbursement concerns .
  • Assists with Medicare, Medicaid, commercial payer, and regulatory compliance requirements associated with discharge status and documentation.
  • Maintains accurate discharge tracking logs, reports, and departmental records.
  • Assists leadership with audits, data collection, and regulatory surveys.
  • Participates in departmental quality improvement and performance improvement initiatives.
  • Track and report monthly hospital statistics accurately and in a timely manner.
  • Monitor, compile, and report monthly quality indicators to support organization quality initiatives.
  • Provide assistance and backup support to file technicians as needed.
  • Performs other related duties as assigned.
  • Comply with federal, state, and local laws and regulations.

Requirements

Licenses and Education: 

  • Minimum of two (2) years of healthcare, case management patient access, revenue cycle, discharge planning, or related experience preferred.
  • Associate' s or Bachelor's degree in healthcare administration, business, nursing, or related field preferred.
  • Experience with electronic health record systems and discharge analytics/reporting preferred.

Availability:

  • Must be able to work any shift, holiday, on-call and weekends. Patient load may interfere with work breaks.

Equal Employment Opportunity:

Cary Medical Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable federal or Maine law.


 Contact:

  • To view the full job description or request additional information, please contact Kelly at 207-498-1311 or email klandeen@carymed.org.
  • We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, vision, retirement, and paid time off. To view the complete benefits package, click here: Cary Medical Center Benefit Information .


Cary Medical Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer & Provider

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