Clinical Navigator- PRN Weekends | Surprise Rehab

PAM Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Surprise; Surprise (AZ); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

PAM Health is seeking a Clinical Navigator for weekend coverage to actively grow referrals and manage a defined market. You will engage physicians, case managers, discharge planners, and SNFs to drive admissions and census growth while collaborating with the business development and clinical teams.

The role requires clinical licensure in RN/RT/PT/OT/SLP and at least two years of clinical experience, with a proactive, field-based approach and strong relationship skills.

Qualifications

• Degree in a health-related field preferred.
• Current, unrestricted licensure in RN, RT, PT, OT or SLP.
• Minimum of two years of clinical experience in the licensed discipline.
• Rehabilitation hospital or LTACH experience preferred.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Proactively develop new referral relationships and expand existing partnerships within assigned markets.
• Serve as a visible presence throughout key referral territories by routinely calling on physicians, hospitals, case managers, discharge planners, skilled nursing facilities, and other referral partners.
• Identify and pursue new admission opportunities to support hospital census growth.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with physicians, case managers, discharge planners, ICU and floor nurses, payer representatives, patients, and family members.
• Conduct clinical assessments to determine patient appropriateness for admission.
• Analyze referral and admission trends to identify opportunities for market growth and improved outcomes.
• Partner with admissions and clinical teams to ensure a seamless referral and admission experience.
• Educate referral sources on PAM Health's rehabilitation services, clinical outcomes, and patient success stories.
• Provide recommendations to improve customer service, referral conversion, patient satisfaction, and quality initiatives.
• Represent PAM Health with professionalism, integrity, and a patient-centered approach.

Skills

Relationship building

Business development

Referral management

Field outreach

Education

Health-related degree preferred

RN licensure

RT licensure

PT licensure

OT licensure

SLP licensure

Job description

Overview

Clinical Navigator (Weekend)

Make a Difference Every Weekend

Are you passionate about patient care, driven by results, and motivated to help others through some of life's most challenging moments? Do you thrive on building relationships, creating new opportunities, and making an impact? If so, we'd love to meet you.

At PAM Health, every success story starts with compassionate professionals who are committed to helping patients regain their independence. From the moment someone enters our hospital, they become part of our PAMily. As a Clinical Navigator, you'll play a vital role in guiding patients and families through the rehabilitation journey while serving as a trusted clinical resource and strategic partner to referral sources throughout the community.

We're looking for a proactive, results-oriented \"hunter\" who enjoys developing new business, strengthening existing referral relationships, and identifying admission opportunities across key referral markets. The ideal candidate is energized by being in the field, comfortable calling on physicians and healthcare partners, and motivated to grow hospital census through exceptional relationship management and clinical expertise.

Position Summary

The Clinical Navigator reports to the Director of Business Development and serves as a key liaison between referral sources, patients, families, and the hospital. This role is responsible for cultivating referral relationships, managing an assigned territory, conducting patient assessments, and supporting the admission process. The Clinical Navigator collaborates closely with the business development team, Admissions Manager, admission staff, nursing, and other interdisciplinary team members to facilitate timely and appropriate patient admissions while driving census growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Proactively develop new referral relationships and expand existing partnerships within assigned markets.




• Serve as a visible presence throughout key referral territories by routinely calling on physicians, hospitals, case managers, discharge planners, skilled nursing facilities, and other referral partners.




• Identify and pursue new admission opportunities to support hospital census growth.




• Build and maintain strong relationships with physicians, case managers, discharge planners, ICU and floor nurses, payer representatives, patients, and family members.




• Conduct clinical assessments to determine patient appropriateness for admission.




• Analyze referral and admission trends to identify opportunities for market growth and improved outcomes.




• Partner with admissions and clinical teams to ensure a seamless referral and admission experience.




• Educate referral sources on PAM Health's rehabilitation services, clinical outcomes, and patient success stories.




• Provide recommendations to improve customer service, referral conversion, patient satisfaction, and quality initiatives.




• Represent PAM Health with professionalism, integrity, and a patient-centered approach.

Qualifications

Qualifications

Education & Licensure

• Degree in a health-related field from an accredited college or university preferred.




• Current, unrestricted licensure in one of the following is required:

  
  
  
  

  • Registered Nurse (RN)

  
  

  • Respiratory Therapist (RT)

  
  

  • Physical Therapist (PT)

  
  

  • Occupational Therapist (OT)

  
  

  • Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP)

  
  
  
  

Experience

• Minimum of two years of clinical experience in the licensed discipline required.




• Rehabilitation hospital or LTACH experience preferred.




• Previous physician liaison, clinical liaison, healthcare marketing, or business development experience is strongly preferred.




• Demonstrated ability to build relationships, develop new business, and effectively manage a referral territory.




• Self-motivated, highly organized, and comfortable working independently in the field.




• Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.

About PAM Health

PAM HEALTH (PAM) based in Enola, Pennsylvania, provides specialty healthcare services through more than 80 locations, as well as wound clinics and outpatient physical therapy locations, in 17 states. PAM Health is committed to providing high-quality patient care and outstanding customer service, coupled with the loyalty and dedication of highly trained staff, to be the most trusted source for post-acute services in every community it serves. Its mission is to serve people by providing compassionate, expert care, and to support recovery through education and research. Joining our PAMily allows you to work in a collaborative environment with colleagues and leadership with exposure to a variety of patient care levels. Aside from our competitive pay, generous paid benefit time, and excellent insurance options, you will also have opportunities for professional growth through our Education Advancement Program. We are excited to learn more about you and hope that you consider joining us on a shared mission to improve the lives of others by being an integral part of our We Care Program. Please take a moment to visit us online at www.PAMHealth.com for a comprehensive look at how we're able to positively impact our local communities.

PAM Health does not discriminate and does not permit discrimination, including, without limitation, bullying, abuse or harassment, on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, gender, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression or HIV status, or based on association with another person on account of that person's actual or perceived race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, gender, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression or HIV status.