Case Manager at Lifepoint Health

DescriptionYour experience mattersLifepoint Rehabilitation is part ofLifepoint Health a diversified healthcare delivery network with facilities coast to coast. We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. As aCase Manager joining our team youre embracing a vital mission dedicated tomaking communities healthier. Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills compassion and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve.More about our teamProvidence Swedish Rehabilitation Hospital is a 40-bed rehabilitation hospital located in Lynnwood WA. We are very proud of our brand new state of the art facility.How youll contributeAcase managerwho excels in this role:Completes departmental orientation initial and annual competencies.Assists with departmental specific performance improvement initiatives collecting and reporting data as requested by supervisor.Consults other departmental staff to collaborate in patient care delivery identify barriers to care and or discharge and develop solutions/resolution.Completes documentation per workflow timeline and content requirements including completion of the Individual Plan of Care (IPoC) per CMS guidelines.Schedules family conferences and/or communicates with caregiver following each team conference and more often as needed to keep patient and designated caregiver informed of progress and provides appropriate information related to goal achievement course of rehabilitation stay and plans for discharge.Coordinates weekly patient care team conferences to facilitate development monitoring and refinement of treatment plan to achieve identified patient goals and outcomes.Reviews the patients assigned CMG and helps the team identify any potential missed comorbid conditions that are actively being treated during the patients stay. Communicates any findings to the HIM team.Communicates effectively with nursing therapy and other ancillary departments to ensure proper utilization.Assists with concurrent and retrospective utilization review activities including denials and appeals. Works with physicians to conduct peer review with payer medical director when indicated.Ensures clinical updates are provided to all insurance payers when due and all payer communications are documented in Meditech.Coordinates discharge planning needs including but not limited to; home health services physician follow up care durable medical equipment medical supplies healthcare services outpatient therapy dialysis skilled nursing care assisted living care hospice care private duty care etc. Responsible for coordinating all patient care needs prior to discharge ensuring a safe thorough discharge plan. Ensures patient choice is offered and documented as per CMS Conditions of Participation for Discharge Planning.Identifies trends that impact the quality cost effectiveness patient experience and delivery of care services and brings to departmental leadership meetings for discussion and action.Performs intake assessment on patient within 24 to 72 hours of admission preferably within 48 hours.Performs follow-up assessments per Case Management Plan and/or hospital policy.Demonstrates an ability to be flexible organized and function under stressful situations.Other duties assignedSalary: $82K - 85K per yearWhy join usWe believe that investing in our employees is the first step to providing excellent patient addition to your base compensation this position also offers:Comprehensive Benefits:Multiple levels of medical dental and vision coverage - withmedical plans starting at just $10 per pay period-tailored benefit options for part-time and PRN employees and more.Financial Protection & PTO:Life accident critical illness hospital indemnity insurance short- and long-term disability paid family leave and paid time off.Financial & Career Growth:Higher education and certification tuition assistance loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.Employee Well-being:Mental physical and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships virtual care appointments mental health services and discount programs).Professional Development:Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.What were looking forApplicants should have:Bachelors or Masters degree in Social Work or similar related field. LCSW a huge plus.Minimum of 2 years social work or case management experience in an inpatient setting highly preferred; acute/rehabilitation hospital experience preferred.Effective oral and written communication skills in English additional languages preferred.Strong computer skills in excel word outlook power point etc. required.Must have good organizational skills time management skills and analytical ability in order to interpret information and carry out duties independentlyMust be cooperative and have the desire to be a team player.Must recognize and observe confidentiality principlesEEOC StatementProvidence Swedish Rehabilitation Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Swedish Rehabilitation Hospitalis committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment.Lifepoint Health is a leader in community-based care and driven by a mission of Making Communities Healthier. Our diversified healthcare delivery network spans 29 states and includes 63 community hospital campuses 32 rehabilitation and behavioral health hospitals and more than 170 additional sites of care across the healthcare continuum such as acute rehabilitation units outpatient centers and post-acute care facilities. We believe that success is achieved through talented people. We want to create places where employees want to work with opportunities to pursue meaningful and satisfying careers that truly make a difference in communities across the country.Required Experience:Manager Key Skills Project Portfolio Management,Motivational Interviewing,HIPAA,Computer Skills,Intake Experience,Lean Six Sigma,Conflict Management,Case Management,Team Management,Program Development,Social Work,Addiction Counseling Employment Type : Full-Time Experience: years Vacancy: 1 Yearly Salary Salary: 82 - 85