Inpatient Clincial Rehab Liaison - The Regional Medical Center of Memphis

Inpatient Clinical Rehab Liaison


A Brief Overview
The Inpatient Clinical Rehab Liaison serves as liaison to coordinate and link hospital resources, acts as interface with third party payors/home health, coordinates research projects and provides adequate follow-up and rehabilitation for patient; also serves as clinical liaison to identify compliance/quality improvement problems. Provides professional clinical services according to established standards and practices.

What you will do

• Attends patient rounds discussing discharge planning with medical staff and case managers
• Collects functional and medical information within the pre admission screening assessment within time constraints
• Discusses SNF and IRF differences fluently to patients/caregivers/physicians
• Maintains follow up communication with discharge planner/case manager/patient/family/hospital departments regarding all aspects of transition to post-acute care
• Supports and grow the organization by representing and promoting the IRF clinical services and programs to internal physicians/case managers/social workers and patients/families
• Serves as the voice of the organization in the medical community to increase patient referrals and secure new business.
• Provides presentations on new and existing services
• Interacts and communicates in a customer responsive and professional manner. Works collaboratively and coordinates activities with hospital/medical staff and community agencies to integrate and implement activities.
• Educate patients about treatment options and answer any questions. Act as a liaison between doctor and patient, collaborating with care team to develop and implement a treatment plan. Provide clinical resources and address barriers to care.
• Document all customer contact and information. Supervise implementation, advocate for the customer's needs, and communicate with client. Identify, prioritize, and reach out to new business categories, partners and opportunities.
• Has a broad knowledge of product/service lines, and an in-depth knowledge of specific areas.
• Prepares and maintains required reports, records, and files.
• Participates on various clinical and hospital committees as requested.
• This position requires certification, licensure, or registration within the clinical discipline.

Qualifications

• Graduate of a RN, Rehab (PT, OT, Speech) or Respiratory Therapist program Required
• RN - Registered Nurse - State Licensure and/or Compact State Licensure Upon Hire Required and
• PT - Physical Therapist Upon Hire Required and
• AOTA - Occupational Therapy Upon Hire Required and
• CFY - Speech Pathologist Upon Hire Required or
• CRT - Certified Respiratory Therapist Upon Hire Required
• Minimum 3 years experience of clinical experience in an acute care rehab hospital and/or discharge planning Required and
• Experience and skills applicable in area of assignment Required

Physical Demands

• Standing - Constantly
• Walking - Constantly
• Sitting - Rarely
• Lifting - Frequently
• Carrying - Frequently
• Pushing - Occasionally
• Pulling - Occasionally
• Climbing - Occasionally
• Balancing - Occasionally
• Stooping - Frequently
• Kneeling - Frequently
• Crouching - Frequently
• Crawling - Occasionally
• Reaching - Frequently
• Handling - Frequently
• Grasping - Frequently
• Feeling - Constantly
• Talking - Constantly
• Hearing - Constantly
• Repetitive Motions - Constantly
• Eye/Hand/Foot Coordination - Constantly

Regional One Health is committed to diversity and inclusion. We are an equal opportunity employer including veterans and people with disabilities.

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