Overview Join to apply for the Case Manager role at Encompass Health .
This range is provided by Encompass Health. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more. Base pay range: $60,736.00/yr - $80,100.00/yr .
Responsibilities Manage resources, coordinate patient care from admission to post-discharge, and oversee interdisciplinary plan-of-care decisions.
Coordinate patient care with the interdisciplinary team and establish discharge plans and contingency plans.
Participate in planning for and execution of patient discharge experiences; monitor patient experience, quality, timeliness, service appropriateness, payors, and expectations.
Facilitate weekly team conferences and coordinate all treatment plan modifications; complete case management addendums and required documentation.
Maintain knowledge of regulations/standards, company policies/procedures, and department operations.
Review/analyze case management reports (including Key Care Indicators) and plan appropriate actions; understand commercial contract levels, exclusions, payor requirements, and recertification needs.
Attend Acute Care Transfer (ACT) meetings to identify trends and collaboratively reduce ACTs.
Meet with patient/family within 24 hours of admission and complete goal assessments and case management addenda within 48 hours of admission.
Educate patient/family on rehabilitation and the Case Manager role; establish a communication plan; schedule and facilitate family conferences as needed.
Assist the patient with timely procuring/planning of resources to avoid discharge delays; monitor compliance with regulations for orthotics and prosthetics ordering and payment.
Make appropriate/timely referrals, including documentation to post-discharge providers/physicians; ensure accuracy of discharge and payor-related information in the patient record.
Participate in utilization review processes: data collection, trend review, and resolution actions; participate in the on-call schedule as needed.
Qualifications License or Certification:
Must be qualified to independently complete an assessment within the scope of practice of the discipline (e.g., RN, SW, OT, PT, ST, Rehabilitation Counseling).
If licensure is required for the discipline within the state, the individual must hold an active license.
Must meet eligibility requirements for CCM® or ACM certification upon entry into this position OR within two years of entry; CCM® or ACM certification required OR must be obtained within two years of being placed in the Case Manager II position.
Minimum Qualifications:
For Nursing: Associate Degree in Nursing with RN licensure; BSN preferred (diploma acceptable where allowed by state requirements).
For other eligible licensed or certified health care professionals: minimum of a bachelor’s degree; graduate degree preferred.
2 years of rehabilitation experience preferred.
The Encompass Health Way We proudly set the standard in care by leading with empathy, doing what’s right, focusing on the positive, and standing stronger together. Encompass Health is a trusted leader in post-acute care with over 150 nationwide locations and a team of 36,000 individuals and growing.
Encompass Health is an equal employment opportunity employer. We celebrate and welcome diversity in our inclusive culture and provide equal opportunities regardless of race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, national origin, color, creed, age, disability, or other protected classification.
Perks and Benefits Affordable medical, dental, and vision plans for both full-time and part-time employees and their families.
Generous paid time off that accrues over time.
Tuition reimbursement and continuous education opportunities.
Company-matching 401(k) and employee stock purchase plans.
Flexible spending and health savings accounts.
A vibrant community of individuals passionate about the work they do.
Seniorities & Employment Seniority level: Entry level
Employment type: Part-time
Job function: Other
Industries: Hospitals and Health Care
We’re eagerly looking forward to meeting you and invite you to join us on this remarkable journey.