Certified Case Manager

Case Manager Career Opportunity Recognized for your abilities as a Case Manager Are you ready for a Case Management role that brings your career closer to home and heart? Join Encompass Health, where being a Case Manager goes beyond just a job; it positions you as a vital link between exceptional care and the transformative impact on each patient's journey. As the leading provider of rehabilitation care in the nation, this opportunity allows you to leverage your clinical expertise while contributing to the well‑being of individuals in your community. Manage resources, coordinate patient care from admission to post‑discharge, and oversee interdisciplinary plan‑of‑care decisions. A Glimpse into Our World At Encompass Health, you'll experience the difference the moment you become a part of our team. Working with us means aligning with a rapidly growing national inpatient rehabilitation leader and uniting for the greater good of our patients. Starting 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. Opportunities for tuition reimbursement and continuous education. 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. Become the Case Manager you always wanted to be Work with an interdisciplinary team, guiding treatment plans based on patient needs and preferences. Coordinate with the interdisciplinary team to establish tentative discharge plans and contingency plans. Participate in planning for and the execution of patient discharge experience. Monitor patient experience: quality, timeliness, service appropriateness, payor expectations. Facilitate weekly team conferences and coordinate all treatment plan modifications. Complete case‑management addendums and all required documentation. Maintain knowledge of regulations, standards, company policies, and department operations. Review and analyze case‑management reports, including Key Care Indicators, and plan appropriate actions. Understand commercial contract levels, exclusions, payor requirements, and recertification needs. Attend ACT (Acute Care Transfer) meetings to identify trends and collaboratively reduce ACTs. Meet with patient/family within 24 hours of admission per Patient Arrival and Initial Visit Standard. Perform assessment of goals and complete case‑management addendum within 48 hours of admission. Educate patient/family on rehabilitation and the role of the Case Manager; establish communication plans. Schedule and facilitate family conferences as needed. Assist patient with timely procurement and planning of resources to avoid discharge delays or issues. Monitor compliance with regulations for orthotics and prosthetics ordering and payment. Make appropriate and timely referrals, including documentation to post‑discharge providers and physicians. Ensure accuracy of discharge and payor‑related information in the patient record. Participate in the utilization review process: data collection, trend review, and resolution actions. Participate in case‑management on‑call schedule as needed. Qualifications Must be qualified to independently complete an assessment within the scope of practice of his/her discipline (e.g., RN, SW, OT, PT, ST, and Rehabilitation Counseling). If licensure is required for one’s discipline within the state, an active license must be held. Must meet eligibility requirements for CCM® or ACM™ certification upon entry into this position or within two years of entry. For Nursing, a minimum of an Associate Degree in Nursing is required; an RN license with BSN preferred. A diploma is acceptable only in states where a diploma meets licensure minimums. For all other eligible licensed or certified health‑care professionals, a minimum of a bachelor’s degree is required; a graduate degree preferred. Two years of rehabilitation experience preferred. Equal Employment Opportunity At Encompass Health, we celebrate and welcome diversity in our inclusive culture. We provide equal employment opportunities regardless of race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, national origin, color, creed, age, mental or physical disability, or any other protected classification. #J-18808-Ljbffr