Case Management Specialist - ENCOMPASS HEALTH : Job Details

Exciting Opportunity for a Case Management Specialist

Join Encompass Health as a Case Management Specialist

Are you ready to take your career to the next level in a role that makes a significant impact? At Encompass Health, becoming a Case Management Specialist means more than just a job; it's about becoming an essential part of the transformative journey for patients in our community. As the nation's leading provider of rehabilitation care, you'll use your clinical skills to manage resources and coordinate patient care from admission through discharge. This is a chance to blend compassion with knowledge to create meaningful outcomes.

What to Expect at Encompass Health

When you join our team, you'll immediately see the positive difference that working here makes. Encompass Health is recognized as a national leader in inpatient rehabilitation, offering numerous opportunities for professional growth in an environment that promotes teamwork toward better patient outcomes. Our accolades include being named one of the 'World's Most Admired Companies' and being listed among the Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For®.

Benefits of Joining Our Team

At Encompass Health, we are dedicated to fostering a supportive and inclusive culture from your very first day. Our benefits include:

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance for employees and their families.
• Generous paid time off that builds over time.
• Tuition reimbursement and opportunities for ongoing education.
• 401(k) matching and employee stock purchase plans.
• Flexible spending and health savings accounts.
• A community of dedicated individuals passionate about enhancing patient care!

Your Role as a Case Management Specialist

• Collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to create treatment plans tailored to patient preferences and needs.
• Coordinate discharge plans, including contingency strategies, in partnership with your team.
• Manage patient experiences throughout their stay, ensuring quality and timely services.
• Lead and document weekly team conferences, making necessary adjustments to treatment plans.
• Conduct regular assessments and complete required documentation for case management.
• Stay informed about regulations and company policies to ensure compliance.
• Analyze case management reports to inform actions for improvement.
• Engage in meetings to identify trends and mitigate issues related to acute care transfers.
• Meet with patients and families within 24 hours of admission to establish communication and support.
• Provide education on rehabilitation and the role of Case Managers to patients and families.
• Schedule family conferences as needed to facilitate patient support.
• Assist in resource procurement to prevent discharge delays.
• Monitor compliance regarding orthotics and prosthetics orders.
• Ensure accurate documentation for post-discharge referrals.
• Participate in utilization review processes to enhance care quality.
• Join the on-call schedule for case management as required.

Qualifications

• Licensure and Certification:
• Hold an active license to perform assessments within your discipline (e.g., RN, SW, OT, PT, ST, and Rehabilitation Counseling).
• Meet eligibility for CCM® or ACM certification upon entering this position, or within two years.
• CCM® or ACM certification needed or must be obtained within two years of becoming a Case Manager II.
• Minimum Qualifications:
• If a nurse, possess an Associate Degree in Nursing; a BSN is preferred. A diploma is acceptable only in states requiring it for licensure.
• All other health care professionals must have a minimum of a bachelor's degree; a graduate degree is preferred.
• Prior rehabilitation experience of 2 years is preferred.

Experience the Encompass Health Difference

We set the standard for care through empathy, integrity, positivity, and teamwork. With locations across the country and a team of over 36,000 dedicated professionals, Encompass Health is a leader in post-acute care.

We embrace diversity and provide equal employment opportunities for all individuals. We look forward to meeting you and having you join us on this incredible journey!