Case Manager - FT | Dallas Rehab

The Case Manager

The Case Manager is responsible for the interdisciplinary coordination of care for a designated patient population. The Case Manager performs reviews of all inpatient admission records to ensure proper utilization of hospital resources and determination of admission for appropriate level of care. Assesses and identifies discharge needs and coordinates appropriate discharge plan. Works collaboratively with the interdisciplinary team to facilitate achievement of desired financial and quality outcomes. The Case Manager will also maintain and enhance payor relationships.

Responsibilities

• Reviews of all inpatient admission records to ensure proper utilization of hospital resources and determination of admission for appropriate level of care.
• Affirmative assessment and identification of discharge needs and coordination of appropriate discharge plan.
• Collaboration with the interdisciplinary team to achieve desired financial and quality outcomes.
• Maintenance and enhancement of payor relationships.

Requirements

• Licensure in the state where the hospital resides is preferred.
• Professional disciplines of the designated case manager may include occupational therapist, physical therapist, registered nurse, respiratory therapist, speech therapist, or (licensed) social worker.
• Current BLS certification required.
• Three (3) to five (5) years of inpatient experience, preferably in an acute, IRF, or LTACH setting.