Clinical Liaison (CL) PRN, Acute Rehabilitation

Memorial Physician Practices; Hickory (NC); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition assistance

Loan assistance

401(k) retirement plan

Well-being programs

Professional development

Job summary

Frye Regional Medical Center’s Inpatient Acute Rehab unit is seeking a Clinical Liaison for weekend PRN shifts. The role focuses on building referral relationships, coordinating intake and screening, and performing on-site clinical judgments to determine admission eligibility.

Ideal candidates have clinical licensure, a bachelor’s degree, and experience with EMR systems; marketing/sales background is a plus, with valid driver’s license.

Qualifications

• Builds and maintains referral relationships to drive admissions to acute rehab.
• Assists and coordinates the intake and pre-admission screening process.
• Performs on-site clinical judgment to determine admission appropriateness.
• Communicates rehabilitation and facility options to patients and families, determines admission appropriateness, and assesses expectations and requirements for participation.
• Secures information relating to patients’ resources and benefits.
• Functions as initial contact for external case management and discharge planner personnel with payors and hospital facilities.

Responsibilities

• Build referral networks to drive admissions to acute rehab.
• Coordinate intake and pre-admission screening processes.
• Conduct on-site clinical assessments for admission suitability.
• Explain rehab options to patients/families and set expectations.
• Gather resources/benefits information for patients.
• Serve as liaison with case management and discharge planners for payors and facilities.

Skills

Referral relationships

Intake coordination

Clinical judgment

Communication

Payor liaison

Education

Clinical licensure

Bachelor's degree

Tools

EMR systems

Job description

Frye Regional Medical Center

Inpatient Acute Rehab

Clinical Liaison

Week‑end PRN (Saturday/Sunday)

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 Liaison 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

• Builds and maintains referral relationships to drive appropriate admissions to the acute rehab unit
• Assist and coordinate the intake and pre‑admission screening process
• Perform on‑site (typically in a referring facility) clinical judgment to determine the appropriateness of the patient for admission
• Communicates rehabilitation and facility options to patients and families, determines admission appropriateness, and assesses the patient’s expectations and requirements for participation
• Secures information relating to patients’ resources and benefits
• Functions as initial contact for external case management and discharge planner personnel with payors and hospital facilities

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:

• 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

Applicants should have Clinical Licensure and a bachelor's degree.

• Previous marketing/sales experience preferred
• Previous clinical experience required, with demonstrated skills in clinical assessment and EMR systems
• Formal Sales Training preferred
• Valid driver's license

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.