Case Manager: Rehab Care & Discharge Coordinator

Encompass Health Corporation; Colorado Springs (CO); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Affordable medical, dental, and vision

Generous paid time off

Tuition reimbursement and education

401(k) and stock purchase plans

Flexible spending and health savings

Vibrant community of colleagues

Job summary

Encompass Health Corporation is seeking a Case Manager in Colorado Springs to coordinate care from admission to post-discharge. You will lead interdisciplinary planning and ensure timely, quality outcomes for patients and families.

You will collaborate with clinicians, coordinate discharge plans, and monitor patient experience while complying with regulations and payor requirements. This role emphasizes compassion and effective communication throughout the patient journey.

Qualifications

• Must be licensed and able to independently perform assessments.
• CCMae or ACMae certification required or obtained within two years.
• Bachelor's degree required; graduate degree preferred; 2 years rehabilitation experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Work with interdisciplinary team to guide treatment plans.
• Coordinate tentative discharge plan and contingency plans.
• Plan and execute patient discharge.
• Monitor patient experience and ensure care timely and appropriate.
• Lead weekly team conferences and coordinate plan modifications.
• Complete case management documentation and addendums.
• Maintain knowledge of regulations, policies, and department operations.
• Review case management reports and plan actions.
• Understand payor requirements and recertification needs.
• Attend ACT meetings to identify trends and reduce transfers.
• Meet with patient/family within 24 hours of admission.
• Assess goals and complete addendum within 48 hours of admission.
• Educate patient/family on rehabilitation and Case Manager role; establish communication plan.
• Schedule and facilitate family conferences as needed.
• Assist patient with procuring resources to avoid discharge delays.

Skills

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Case management

Clinical assessment

Education

Bachelor's degree

Graduate degree preferred

RN with BSN preferred

Job description

Encompass Health Corporation is seeking a Case Manager in Colorado Springs to coordinate care from admission to post-discharge. You will lead interdisciplinary planning and ensure timely, quality outcomes for patients and families.

You will collaborate with clinicians, coordinate discharge plans, and monitor patient experience while complying with regulations and payor requirements. This role emphasizes compassion and effective communication throughout the patient journey.