Case Manager

ClearSky Health; Rio Rancho (NM); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Part time

Job summary

ClearSky Health is seeking a Case Manager to work with physicians and a multidisciplinary team to develop care plans for assigned patients and monitor progress toward outcomes. This PRN role supports full-time staff, including holiday and PTO coverage as needed.

The position emphasizes adherence to accreditation standards, timely documentation, and active involvement in discharge planning and care coordination across care teams.

Qualifications

• Relevant Bachelor’s degree required.
• Current state clinical licensure where required.
• At least 4 years of relevant experience in acute care.

Responsibilities

• Develops plan of care with physicians and multidisciplinary teams.
• Involved in discharge planning and care coordination.
• Documents patient activities and medical necessity in records.
• Performs utilization reviews and communicates with payors.
• Ensure safety and infection prevention standards are followed.

Skills

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Communication skills

Critical thinking

Documentation

Time management

Confidentiality

Patient care

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Our hospital provides high-quality care that transforms the lives of those living with disabling injuries and illnesses. We distinguish ourselves through our commitment to excellence, to our patients, to our employees, and to the communities we serve.

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 must integrate company values into daily practice.

PRN position providing as-needed support to full-time staff, including holiday coverage, PTO coverage, and additional staffing support based on patient care and operational needs.

Essential Functions:

• Communicates, collaborates, and coordinates with team members to provide quality patient care and to ensure positive patient outcomes. Facilitates communication during interdisciplinary team conference.
• 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.
• Communicates appropriate information for timely updates and authorizations with payors. Ensures the outcome of this information is timely communicated to clinical team and administration.
• May be required to work during inclement weather and other staffing emergencies.
• 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.
• Performs other duties as assigned to support overall effectiveness of the organization.

Minimum Job Requirements

Minimum Education & Experience

• Relevant Bachelor’s degree; OR
• Current state clinical licensure; OR
• 4 years relevant experience required.
• Acute care setting preferred.

Required Licenses, Certifications, and/or Documentation:

• Clinical licensure required when required by state.
• Must maintain acceptable driving record, current driver’s license, and insurability.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Demonstrates an understanding of treatment costs and financial support as they relate to quality and efficiency.
• Demonstrates critical thinking skills: Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.
• Knowledge of community resources to meet post-discharge clinical and social needs.
• Knowledge of clinical operations and procedures.
• Ability to establish and maintain pro-active relationships with internal interdisciplinary team members, insurance companies, physicians, referral sources, community service organizations and health care facilities.
• Ability to maintain quality, safety, and/or infection prevention standards.
• Demonstrates general computer skills including data entry, word processing, email, and record management.
• Effective organizational and time management skills.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to maintain proper levels of confidentiality.
• Ability to work closely and professionally with others at all levels of the organization.

Physical Requirements Over the Course of a Shift:

• A significant amount of standing and walking.
• Lifting/exerting of up to 25 lbs.
• Possible exposure to bodily fluids.
• Visual acuity required for patient assessment and documentation.
• Acute hearing required for accurate patient assessment.
• Sufficient manual dexterity to operate equipment and computer keyboard.
• Close vision and the ability to adjust focus.

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