Case Manager (CM), Rehabilitation

Schedule: this is a PRN role that will work on an as-needed basis

Your experience matters 

UC Davis Rehabilitation Hospital operated jointly with Lifepoint Health and UC Davis Health. We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. As a Case Manager joining our team, you’re embracing our promise to provide superior patient care that exceeds industry standards as well as patient expectations. 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 team 

UC Davis Rehabilitation Hospital an inpatient rehabilitation hospital programs provide ongoing care and specialized treatment to patients throughout their recovery journey. Offering customized, intense rehabilitation tailored to the individual needs of those recovering from stroke, brain injury, neurological conditions, trauma, spinal cord injury, amputation, and orthopedic injury.

How you’ll contribute 

A Case Manager who excels in this role coordinates the interdisciplinary care plan, discharge planning, and patient progress communication within the inpatient rehabilitation setting. This role serves as a liaison among patients, caregivers, and the healthcare team to ensure timely and effective care transitions. Additional responsibilities include:

• Collaborates with interdisciplinary team members to identify barriers to care or discharge and develops appropriate solutions.
• Documents patient care activities in alignment with workflow timelines, including completion of the Individual Plan of Care (IPoC) per CMS guidelines.
• Schedules family conferences and communicates progress and discharge planning with caregivers after team conferences and as needed.
• Coordinates weekly interdisciplinary team conferences to monitor treatment goals and outcomes.
• Reviews assigned Case Mix Group (CMG) and assists the team with identifying actively treated comorbid conditions; communicates findings to the Health Information Management (HIM) team.

Why join us

We believe that investing in our employees is the first step to providing excellent patient care. In addition to your base compensation, this position also offers: 

• Comprehensive Benefits: Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage for full-time and part-time employees.
• 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 we’re looking for 

• Education & License: California license as a Registered Nurse, Social Worker, Respiratory Therapist, Physical Therapist, Occupational Therapist, or Speech-Language Pathologist.
• Certifications: Certification in Case Management or Rehabilitation Nursing preferred (e.g., CCM, ACM, RN-BC, ARN).
• Experience: Minimum of 2 years of experience in social work or case management in an inpatient setting preferred; acute rehabilitation hospital experience strongly preferred.

More about UC Davis Rehabilitation Hospital

UC Davis Rehabilitation Hospital is a state-of-the-art, 52-bed inpatient acute rehabilitation hospital dedicated to the treatment and recovery of individuals who have experienced the debilitating effects of a severe injury or illness. Each patient's experience at our hospital is important to us; we value all feedback from patients and family members. We are honored to be part of the care journey, and we strive to provide the highest level of care. We are incredibly proud of our Google Star Rating and the care it represents. 

Hourly rate: $75/hr

EEOC Statement

UC Davis Rehabilitation Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer. UC Davis Rehabilitation Hospital is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment.