Case Manager

Are you a dedicated and compassionate clinician seeking a fulfilling career where you can make a real difference in people's lives?

Look no further! Our brand new state-of-the-art rehabilitation hospital in Rio Rancho, NM is looking for a full time Case Manager to join our dynamic and thriving healthcare organization committed to providing exceptional patient-centered care, and we want YOU to be a vital part of our team.

What We Offer : Your Path to a Rewarding Career Starts Here!

• Competitive Compensation
• Comprehensive Benefits Package including Medical, Dental, Vision
• 401k Matching
• Student Loan Repayment and Tuition reimbursement
• Professional Development Opportunities to include CEU Opportunities
• Health and Wellness Programs
• Career Advancement
• Inclusive and Supportive Culture
• Work Life Balance
• Employee Recognition Program

The Case Manager works with physicians and multidisciplinary team members to develop a plan of care for assigned patients.

Ensures patient is progressing towards desired outcomes by monitoring care through assessments and / or patient records.

Identifies and resolves barriers that hinder effective patient care. Actively involved in discharge planning process. This position performs these duties while integrating company values into daily practice.

Job Duties include, but are not limited to :

Communicates, collaborates, and coordinates with team members to provide quality patient care and to ensure positive patient outcomes.

Facilitates communication during interdisciplinary team conference. Also communicates appropriate information for timely updates and authorizations with payors.

• Responsible for accreditation standards and adheres to all standards set forth by the State and accrediting agencies of TJC and CMS.
• Documents communication and coordination or patient activities, medical necessity, and post discharge equipment and support needs in the health care record.
• Supports and facilitates length of stay management. Conducts utilization reviews.
• Provides an environment conducive to safety for patients, visitors, and staff. Assesses the risks for safety and implements appropriate precautions.

Complies with appropriate and approved safety and Infection Prevention standards.

May be required to work during inclement weather and other staffing emergencies.

Requirements for consideration :

• Current state clinical licensure is required (can be licensed as a Social Worker, RN, LPN, PT, OT SLP, PTA or COTA)
• Two (2) years’ recent relevant experience is required. Experience in an Acute care setting is preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Must maintain valid, acceptable driving record, current drivers’ license and insurability.

We value our employee’s skills, talents and input. We believe in maintaining hospital environments where employees are valued, treated with dignity, respected, provided educational and training opportunities recognized and rewarded.

These values are included in our competitive and comprehensive compensation and benefits.