Case Manager

Site: The Spaulding Rehabilitation Hospital Corporation

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Job Summary

Job Description Summary
Summary
Responsible for completing intake interviews; determining need for medical and psycho-social evaluations; reviewing therapist and physician evaluations, care objectives, and plans; coordinating services being provided; advocating for needed services and entitlements.

Essential Functions
Complete psychosocial assessments covering psychological, social and environmental concerns, including evaluation of mental status.

Review daily referrals and screenings of clients.

Audit case file on a regular basis for completeness and accuracy.

Assist in discharge planning as required

Serves and protects the hospital community by adhering to professional standards, hospital care policies and procedures, federal, state, and local requirements, and Joint Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Organizations (JCAHO) standards.

Initiate a complete assessment, to gather and/or verify relevant baseline data, identify their understanding and expectations of their stay, and identify any potential issues/barriers to arranging post inpatient care.

Proactively work with patient, caregiver, and the interdisciplinary team, including community providers of medical services, as appropriate, to develop a realistic and timely plan for post inpatient care.

Identify and coordinate appropriate resources post discharge for patients requiring homecare, outpatient, or placement in an alternate level of care.

Perform ongoing evaluation for appropriateness for the facility’s level of care by applying knowledge of level of care criteria with active collaboration with patients insurance payer

Comply with all applicable State and Federal regulations as well as other credentialing bodies, including but not limited to, Joint Commission and CARF, regarding the case management process.

Spaulding serves the acute rehabilitation population: stroke, traumatic orthopedic injury burns, spinal cord injury, brain injury.


Required for All Jobs
Performs other duties as assigned
Complies with all policies and standards
Does this position require Patient Care (indirect/direct)? Yes

Education

Master's Degree Social Work required or

Master's Degree Related Field of Study preferred or

Master's Degree Mental Health required

Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree? No

Licenses and Credentials

Social Worker, Licensed Clinical [LCSW - State License]

Social Worker, Licensed Independent Clinical [LICSW - State License]

Occupational Therapist [State License]

Physical Therapist [State License]

Certified Rehabilitation Counselor [CRC]

Licensed Mental Health Counselor [State License]

Licensed Rehabilitation Counselor [Massachusetts]

Respiratory Therapist [Massachusetts]

Registered Nurse [RN - Massachusetts]

Experience

Case management, utilization review, or discharge planning experience 2-3 years preferred

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.

Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.

Ability to establish strong rapport and relationships with patients and staff.

Proficient in Microsoft Office and industry related software programs.

Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions.

Ability to maintain client and staff confidentiality.

Understanding of diagnostic criteria for dual conditions and the ability to conceptualize modalities and placement criteria within the continuum of care.

Knowledge of Healthcare and Managed Care preferred.

Physical Requirements

Standing Frequently (34-66%) Walking Frequently (34-66%) Sitting Occasionally (3-33%) Lifting Frequently (34-66%) 35lbs+ (w/assisted device) Carrying Frequently (34-66%) 20lbs - 35lbs Pushing Occasionally (3-33%) Pulling Occasionally (3-33%) Climbing Rarely (Less than 2%) Balancing Frequently (34-66%) Stooping Occasionally (3-33%) Kneeling Occasionally (3-33%) Crouching Occasionally (3-33%) Crawling Rarely (Less than 2%) Reaching Frequently (34-66%) Gross Manipulation (Handling) Frequently (34-66%) Fine Manipulation (Fingering) Frequently (34-66%) Feeling Constantly (67-100%) Foot Use Rarely (Less than 2%) Vision - Far Constantly (67-100%) Vision - Near Constantly (67-100%) Talking Constantly (67-100%) Hearing Constantly (67-100%)Onsite1575 Cambridge Street0Per DiemDay (United States of America)

Pay Range

$28.20 - $68.49/Hourly

Grade

98TEMPAt Mass General Brigham, we believe in recognizing and rewarding the unique value each team member brings to our organization. Our approach to determining base pay is comprehensive, and any offer extended will take into account your skills, relevant experience if applicable, education, certifications and other essential factors. The base pay information provided offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications; however, it does not encompass all elements contributing to your total compensation package. In addition to competitive base pay, we offer comprehensive benefits, career advancement opportunities, differentials, premiums and bonuses as applicable and recognition programs designed to celebrate your contributions and support your professional growth. We invite you to apply, and our Talent Acquisition team will provide an overview of your potential compensation and benefits package.1460 Spaulding Hospital-Cambridge, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. To ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veteran’s Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact Human Resources at (857)-282-7642.

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