Clinical Liaison- Inpatient Rehab

This position is accountable to the Program Director of the inpatient rehabilitation program. The main job duties are: 1.) to respond to, and carry 
out, pre-admission screenings for patients referred to the rehabilitation program, 2.). to assist in entering referral and admission data into a 
database, 3) compile monthly and quarterly trend reports and analyzes the data with recommendations for improvement or continued success and 
4) to provide education regarding inpatient rehabilitation to a variety of stakeholders, 5) has the overall responsibility of evaluating and consulting 
with PM&R physician in determining if patients meet criteria for admission to Acute Inpatient Rehab

• Responsible for the assessment of patients referred for inpatient rehabilitation services; makes 
  recommendations for alternate levels of care within the continuum to referral sources if the patient is not a 
  candidate for admission . These assessments wll be internal or external and may require travel to hospitals, 
  physician offices, patient residence or emergency rooms. Will enter all required referral and admission data into 
  the provided computer evaluation tool and database
• Coordinates the gathering of pertinent patient information on referred patients from various sources, including 
  the medical record, onsite and telephonic interviews, and through other electronic media . Consults with the 
  Admissions Coordinator to enable referral to advance through admissions process.
• Communicates quickly and effectively with all referral sources at every stage of the referral process as a means 
  to achieve referral source satisfaction and to advocate for patients by providing a prompt decision regarding 
  admission .
• Initiates the flow of patient information to the Program Director and Medical Director for review and decisionmaking.
• Initiates the admission of patients by fully completing all necessary forms and insurance pre-certifications. 
  Seeks out pre-certifications when appropriate to patient needs. 
• Other related job tasks or responsibilities as assigned

• Special Skills :  Ability to comprehensively review a medical record for inpatient rehabilitation medical necessity; routinely demonstrates good 
  organizational skills; is results-oriented and independently goal-directed; is able to multi-task and able to communicate well with many diverse 
  audiences - professional and non-professional; is able to meet established timeframes; demonstrates good customer service skills; is able to work 
  independently; is able to pass the FIM competency and pre-admissions screening competency examinations; has experience with computers and 
  other electronic data entry devices; must have valid driver’s license. Travel with own vehicle required, eligible for mileage reimbursement with 
  appropriate tracking submitted. Must be able and willing to travel via own personal vehicle for in town in the Phoenix Metropolitan Area at least 50% 
  of time. Travel reimbursement provided
  • Minimum Requirements 
    • Experience:  Must have a minimum of 2 years of clinical experience, with clinical expertise and strong interpersonal skills having been 
      demonstrated; experience in rehabilitation setting preferred.
    • Education:  Graduate from an accredited nursing program as an RN or has other clinical licensure as a PT, OT or SLP
    • Certifications:  Registered Nurse Licensure or Clinical licensure required applicable to the provision of inpatient 
      rehabilitation services; PT, OT, SLP
• Preferred Requirements 
  • Experience:  Previous demonstrated experience and success working in a self-directed capacity. Prior Supervisor experience 
    desired.
  • Education:  Bachelor's Degree
  • Certifications:  For RN's: CRRN or eligible for CRRN certification exam (requires a minimum of 2 years 
    experience in an acute inpatient rehab facility. FIM credentialed or certified 

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