Case Manager Per Diem

Ernest Health; Casper (WY); On-site; USD 55,000 - 69,000; Part time

Job summary

Elkhorn Valley Rehabilitation Hospital in Casper, Wyoming is seeking a Case Manager to join our patient-care team on a per diem basis. The role collaborates with physicians and a multidisciplinary team to plan and monitor patient care, ensuring progress and timely discharge planning.

The position emphasizes clinical licensure, at least one year of relevant experience, and experience in an acute-care setting. Join a hospital recognized for rehabilitative excellence in the region.

Qualifications

• Current clinical licensure strongly preferred.
• At least one year of recent relevant experience; acute-care setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Works with physicians and multidisciplinary team to develop a plan of care for assigned patients.
• Monitors patient progress through assessments and records to ensure progress toward outcomes.
• Actively involved in discharge planning and aligns with the hospital’s mission and guiding principles.

Skills

Clinical licensure

1 year experience

Acute care experience

Job description

Overview

Case Manager - Per Diem - Casper, Wyoming

Elkhorn Valley Rehabilitation Hospital has been ranked in the Top 10% nationally for rehabilitative care for 16 years, has earned The Joint Commission’s Stroke Certification and Certification in Hip Rehabilitation, and ranked in Newsweek’s top Physical Rehabilitation Centers in the US. At our 40-bed hospital, we provide specialized inpatient and outpatient rehabilitative services to our patients, serving Wyoming and neighboring states. We see patients who often are recovering from disabilities caused by injuries, illnesses, or chronic medical conditions.

Why Casper, Wyoming?

Nestled in the heart of the Cowboy State, Casper is a dynamic city surrounded by outdoor beauty and rich Western culture. Explore scenic landmarks like Casper Mountain, the North Platte River, and Fremont Canyon, perfect for hiking, fishing, and adventure. Enjoy a vibrant local scene with top-notch museums, craft breweries, unique dining, and a growing arts and music community—all in one welcoming place.

We are seeking a Case Manager to join our team of passionate patient caregivers!

As a participating hospital of Ernest Health, we offer robust recognition, wellness, and retention programs. These programs focus to enhance the employees’ work experience, recognize, and celebrate achievements. We also encourage employees to share their work experience through “My Ernest Journey” and through our Engagement Survey, where our approach is “You Spoke, We Listened”. These platforms provide additional avenues for employees to give feedback about their work experience and share what is important to them.

Qualifications

Required Skills:

• Current clinical licensure strongly preferred.
• One year recent relevant experience required. Acute care setting preferred.

Additional Qualifications/Skills:

• 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.
• Utilizes the appropriate leadership skills in delegating, organizing, and educating coworkers and staff.
• 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, local payer, physicians, community service organizations and health care facilities.
• Ability to maintain quality, safety, and/or infection control 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.

Responsibilities

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. Integrates the hospital’s mission and “Guiding Principles” into daily practice.