PPS COORDINATOR
About the Role
We are seeking a PPS (Prospective Payment System) Coordinator/Case Manager to coordinate patient care, manage discharge planning, ensure regulatory compliance, and oversee accurate documentation and reimbursement processes within our inpatient rehabilitation unit. This role serves as a liaison between patients, families, physicians, therapists, nursing staff, and insurance providers to ensure optimal outcomes and appropriate reimbursement.
Responsibilities
- Coordinate patient care and manage discharge planning.
- Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and Medicare guidelines.
- Complete and maintain accurate IRF-PAI assessments.
- Oversee data collection and documentation required for reimbursement.
- Act as a liaison between patients, families, physicians, therapists, nursing staff, and insurance providers.
Requirements
- Registered Nursing license by the Nursing Board of Georgia (ASN or higher).
- Strong clinical assessment skills.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Effective problem-solving and critical-thinking skills.
- Knowledge of electronic medical records.
Experience is preferred but not required; on-the-job training will be provided.
Physical Demands
- Sedentary work, primarily sitting, with occasional walking or standing.
- Light lifting may be required.
- Requires motor coordination, manual dexterity, and near-visual acuity (with or without prescription lenses/contacts).
Reporting Structure
Supervised by the Nurse Manager, Inpatient Rehab, and the Chief Nursing Officer/VP. This role does not involve supervisory responsibilities.
Benefits
- Comprehensive medical and dental coverage.
- Retirement plan to help build future wealth.
- Paid time off (PTO) and paid life insurance.
- Low-cost prescriptions.
- Health and wellness benefits.
- Support for career advancement and continuing education.
- Work/life balance initiatives.
- Planning for life’s unexpected moments.
About Us
Archbold Medical Center is a four-hospital, four-nursing-home health system with 540 patient beds and over 2,500 employees. Our flagship hospital, Archbold Memorial Hospital, is a 264-bed facility in Thomasville, Georgia, complemented by Archbold Brooks Hospital in Quitman, Archbold Grady Hospital in Cairo, and Archbold Mitchell Hospital in Camilla. For 100 years, Archbold has been synonymous with high-quality, compassionate medical care, driven by a team of nearly 200 qualified physician specialists and dedicated healthcare professionals.
We are committed to recruiting and retaining the best talent, promoting teamwork, and fostering leadership and continuing education. Our mission is to provide safe, innovative, and compassionate care for our communities, with a vision of creating a healthier region through trusted care and meaningful work.