<span>Case Manager</span>

$88,000 - $130,000/Yr

Encompass Health - Tustin, CA

Full-time - Mid Level

Tustin, CA

101-250 employees

Hospitals

About the position

The Case Manager position at Encompass Health is a full-time role focused on managing patient care from admission to post-discharge. This role is essential in coordinating resources and overseeing interdisciplinary care plans, ensuring that patients receive exceptional rehabilitation services. The position emphasizes the importance of clinical expertise and compassionate care, making it a vital link in the patient care journey.

Responsibilities

• Manage resources and coordinate patient care from admission to post-discharge.
• Oversee interdisciplinary plan-of-care decisions.
• Work with an interdisciplinary team to guide treatment plans based on patient needs and preferences.
• Establish tentative discharge plans and contingency plans in collaboration with the team.
• Monitor patient experience regarding quality, timeliness, and service appropriateness.
• Facilitate weekly team conferences and coordinate treatment plan modifications.
• Complete case management addendums and required documentation.
• Maintain knowledge of regulations, company policies, and department operations.
• Review and analyze case management reports and plan appropriate actions.
• Attend Acute Care Transfer meetings to identify trends and reduce ACTs.
• Meet with patients and families within 24 hours of admission to perform assessments and establish communication plans.
• Educate patients and families on rehabilitation and the Case Manager role.
• Schedule and facilitate family conferences as needed.
• Assist patients with timely procurement of resources to avoid discharge delays.
• Monitor compliance with regulations for orthotics and prosthetics ordering and payment.
• Make timely referrals to post-discharge providers and ensure accuracy of discharge information.
• Participate in the utilization review process and case management on-call schedule as needed.

Requirements

• Valid RN or LCSW licensure strongly preferred.
• Must have a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field.
• CCM or ACM certification required or must be obtained within two years of being placed in the position.
• Minimum of 2 years of rehabilitation experience preferred.

Nice-to-haves

• Graduate degree preferred for all eligible licensed or certified healthcare professionals.

Benefits

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance