Case Manager, Per Diem

Summary Responsible for completing intake interviews; determining need for medical and psycho‑social evaluations; reviewing therapist and physician evaluations, care objectives, and plans; coordinating services being provided; advocating for needed services and entitlements; and ensuring patient care is addressed. Essential Functions Discuss assessment findings and patient status with physician and/or treatment team to maximize outcomes. Assist in discharge planning as required. Communicate effectively and efficiently internally and externally. Coordinate discharge and after‑care services with guidance from the clinical team. Assist others and support the team. Follow through with requests, share critical information, and respond to individuals in a timely manner. Initiate comprehensive assessments, gather and verify baseline data, and identify the patient’s understanding and expectations of their stay. Proactively work with patients, caregivers, and interdisciplinary team, including community providers, to develop realistic and timely post‑inpatient care plans. Identify and coordinate appropriate resources post‑discharge for patients requiring homecare, outpatient, or alternate level of care placement. Perform ongoing evaluation of care level appropriateness, applying knowledge of criteria and collaborating with insurance payers. Comply with applicable State and Federal regulations and other credentialing bodies, including Joint Commission and CARF, regarding the case management process. Education Bachelor's Degree related field of study required. Licenses and Credentials RN, PT, OT, RT or LCSW/LICSW required. Experience Case management, utilization review, or discharge planning experience 2‑3 years preferred. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Strong customer and interpersonal skills. Knowledge of community service resources. Proficient user of Microsoft Office applications. Strong commitment to clinical excellence. Strong problem‐solving skills and team‑oriented behavior. Strong patient/customer service skills. Ability to verbally calm patients. Physical Requirements Standing frequently (34‑66%). Walking frequently (34‑66%). Sitting occasionally (3‑33%). Lifting frequently (34‑66%) 35lbs+ (with assisted device). Carrying frequently (34‑66%) 20‑35lbs. Pushing occasionally (3‑33%). Pulling occasionally (3‑33%). Climbing rarely (Less than 2%). Balancing frequently (34‑66%). Stooping occasionally (3‑33%). Kneeling occasionally (3‑33%). Crouching occasionally (3‑33%). Crawling rarely (Less than 2%). Reaching frequently (34‑66%). Gross manipulation frequently (34‑66%). Fine manipulation frequently (34‑66%). Feeling constantly (67‑100%). Foot use rarely (Less than 2%). Vision – far constantly (67‑100%). Vision – near constantly (67‑100%). Talking constantly (67‑100%). Hearing constantly (67‑100%). Spaulding Nursing and Therapy Center Brighton, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. By embracing diverse skills, perspectives and ideas, we choose to lead. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information and other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. #J-18808-Ljbffr Spaulding Nursing & Therapy Centers