Clinical Liaison (CL)

Memorial Physician Practices; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Tuition assistance

401(k) retirement with company match

Well-being programs

Career development

Job summary

Lifepoint Rehabilitation is seeking a Clinical Rehabilitation Specialist at Kindred Hospital - Houston Northwest to educate communities, build referral networks, and drive census growth. You’ll partner with physicians, nurses and case managers to coordinate admissions and services.

Ideal candidates have healthcare exposure, strong communication, a valid driver’s license, and a bachelor’s degree in health, business, or marketing; clinical liaison or sales experience is a plus.

Qualifications

• At least a 2-year degree; a bachelor’s in health-related, business or marketing is preferred.
• Previous clinical liaison/marketing/sales experience is preferred.
• Current license to practice in accordance with state licensure act.
• A valid driver’s license and reliable transportation are required.
• Experience in a health care setting with physicians, discharge planners, case managers, and social workers is strong.
• Clinical experience is preferred.
• Approximate external liaisons in market territory: ~80%.

Responsibilities

• Educate the community on rehabilitation to develop a census through face-to-face contacts.
• Develop business based on the strategic goals of the rehabilitation program.
• Face-to-face connections with referral sources to increase census.
• Identify barriers to the admission process and create solutions with the program director.
• Review patient charts and understand test results, therapy evaluations, and patient medical history.
• Interact with patients, families, and providers to gather additional clinical information.
• Conduct thorough patient assessments for potential admission into the rehabilitation program.
• Complete detailed Pre-Admission Screens per facility policies, Lifepoint policies, and payer requirements.
• Schedule meetings and arrange services for medical professionals including referral sources, doctors, nurses, social workers.
• Provide patient updates to physicians, payers, case managers, and social workers.
• Maintain solid relationships with referral sources by providing after-sales service.
• Other duties as assigned

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Healthcare experience

Driver's license

Relationship building

Education

Associate degree or higher (health related)

Bachelor's degree in health/business/marketing

Job description

Kindred Hospital - Houston Northwest

Full Time

Please note: The title "Clinical Rehabilitation Specialist" is functionally equivalent to the Clinical Liaison role. Both titles refer to the same position and may be used interchangeably.

Your experience matters

Lifepoint Rehabilitation is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network with facilities coast to coast. We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. As a Clinical Rehabilitation Specialist joining our team, you're embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier . Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve.

How you'll contribute

AClinical Rehabilitation Specialist who excels in this role:

• Educate the community on rehabilitation to develop a census through face-to-face contacts


• Develop business based on the strategic goals of the rehabilitation program


• Face-to-face connections within territory to build relationships with referral sources to increase census


• Identifies barriers to the admission process and creates solutions with the assistance of the program director


• Ability to review patient medical charts and understand test results, therapy evaluations, pre-existing conditions, and have a general medical knowledge of the patient


• Ability to clearly and professionally interact with patients, families, and healthcare providers while gathering additional clinical information and past history


• Conduct thorough patient assessments to identify patients for potential admission into the rehabilitation program


• Complete detailed Pre-Admission Screens, as applicable, according to facility policies and procedures, Lifepoint policies and procedures, and payer requirements, as applicable.


• Schedules meetings and arrange in services for medical professionals including potential and existing referral sources, doctors, nurses, social workers and other health care professional.


• Provide patient updates to physicians, payers, case managers, social workers and other relevant persons.


• Maintain solid working relationships with new and existing referral sources by providing excellent after-sales service.


• Other duties as assigned

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, tailored benefit options for part-time and PRN employees, and more.


• 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

• At a minimum, should hold a 2-year degree. A graduate holding a four-year degree from a college program with a bachelor's degree in a health related, business or marketing area of concentration, nursing or therapy preferred.


• Previous clinical liaison/marketing/sales experience preferred


• Applicable and current license to practice in accordance with the state licensure act


• Other professional licensure considered based on experience and training as outlined in the state licensure act


• Valid driver's license and own reliable transportation required


• A track record of successful experience in a health care setting, strong interpersonal skills, and experience working with physicians, nursing management, discharge planners, case managers, and social workers


• Clinical experience is preferred


• Approximate time of external liaisons to be in the market territory: 80%

EEOC Statement

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

Lifepoint Health is a leader in community-based care and driven by a mission of Making Communities Healthier. Our diversified healthcare delivery network spans 29 states and includes 63 community hospital campuses, 32 rehabilitation and behavioral health hospitals, and more than 170 additional sites of care across the healthcare continuum, such as acute rehabilitation units, outpatient centers and post-acute care facilities. We believe that success is achieved through talented people. We want to create places where employees want to work, with opportunities to pursue meaningful and satisfying careers that truly make a difference in communities across the country.