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Summary
Responsible for obtaining referrals and facilitating the patient admission process through clinical assessment, benefit verification, patient/family/community education and interdisciplinary collaboration. Contributes to the collection and analysis of key performance indicators attributed to the admissions process.

Job DutiesObtains referrals and initiates clinical review to ensure medical necessity. Conducts thorough assessment of all clinical documentation and information gathered through patient/caregiver interviews to determine eligibility for admission. Educates potential patients/ families and community on the benefits of LVHN post-acute rehabilitation services. Establish networking connection with referral sources through ongoing unit visibility, communication, and education. Verifies patient's insurance, identifies insurance plan benefits, and obtains pre-authorization if required. Completes the insurance process including all appropriate documentation within the Electronic Medical Record. Ensures all regulatory requirements associated with the admission are met prior to transfer to facility. Efficiently coordinates all patient transfer activities in collaboration with case management, physicians and/or nurses. Responsible for bed management Contributes to the collection and analysis of key performance indicators attributed to the admissions process.
Minimum QualificationsMaster’s Degree or Bachelor's in Physical Therapy or Master’s Degree Occupational Therapy or Master’s Degree Speech Therapy or Associate’s Degree Registered Nurse 3 years Healthcare related clinical experience. Excellent problem solving skills. Ability to comprehensively assess patient's appropriateness for post-acute rehabilitation. Strong clinical data analytic skills measuring process and outcomes in healthcare. Strong interdisciplinary communication skills. American Heart Association Basic Life Support - State of Pennsylvania Upon Hire RN - Licensed Registered Nurse_PA - State of Pennsylvania Upon Hire or PT - Licensed Physical Therapist - State of Pennsylvania Upon Hire or OT - Licensed Occupational Therapist - State of Pennsylvania Upon Hire or SLP - Licensed Speech Language Pathologist - State of Pennsylvania Upon Hire
Preferred QualificationsDoctorate Physical Therapy / Occupational Therapy or Master’s Degree Master's of Business / Master's of Healthcare Administration or Master’s Degree Master's of Nursing 1 year Inpatient Rehabilitation experience and 1 year Clinical Liaison experience EMR Experience Insurance Authorization Experience
Physical Demands
Lift and carry 40-50 lbs. Examples: Push/pull patients on bed, stretcher (requires 29 lbs. push force), lateral transfers up to 50 lbs. of the patient's weight. Frequent to continuous standing/walking. Patient transporters can walk 8-10 miles per shift. *Patient care providers may be required to perform activities specific to their role including kneeling, bending, squatting and performing CPR.

Job Description Disclaimer: This position description provides the major duties/responsibilities, requirements and working conditions for the position. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current position, however management reserves the right to revise or change as necessary to meet organizational needs. Other responsibilities may be assigned when circumstances require.

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Work Shift:

Day Shift

Address:

2545 Schoenersville Rd

Primary Location:

Lehigh Valley Hospital- Muhlenberg

Position Type:

Onsite

Union:

Not Applicable

Work Schedule:

Monday - Friday 8:00a - 4:30p

Department:

1004-06027 IRF Admin - Muhl