Admissions Coordinator Inpatient Rehab
US-NE-OMAHA
commonspirit_careers
Req #: 471532
Type: Day
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Overview: CHI Health Immanuel, located in North Omaha just off of I-680 on 72nd Street, offers a full-service hospital, cancer center, rehabilitation center, specialty spine hospital and more. For well over a century, our commitment to serve our community inspires our staff to provide the highest quality of care to all who we have the privilege to serve. Responsibilities: Help patients begin their recovery journey with confidence, compassion, and expert care coordination. We are seeking a dedicated and clinically experienced Admissions Coordinator to join our Post-Acute Inpatient Rehabilitation Unit. This role is instrumental in ensuring appropriate patient admissions while delivering an exceptional experience for patients, families, providers, and payers. As a key member of the rehabilitation team, you will evaluate patient eligibility for intensive rehabilitation services, coordinate pre-admission processes, and support seamless transitions into care. This position is ideal for a healthcare professional who thrives in a collaborative environment and is passionate about patient-centered rehabilitation services. Key Responsibilities: * Coordinate the pre-admission process for the inpatient rehabilitation unit * Conduct clinical assessments to determine patient appropriateness for intensive rehabilitation services * Collaborate with physicians, nurses, therapists, care coordination teams, and insurance providers * Evaluate patients' medical needs, therapy tolerance, nursing requirements, and discharge planning potential * Obtain prior authorizations and communicate financial responsibilities as needed * Educate patients and families regarding rehabilitation programs, expectations, and routines * Maintain accurate, concise, and timely clinical documentation * Support utilization management activities within post-acute care * Complete orientation and credentialing for the Inpatient Rehabilitation Facility Patient Assessment Instrument (IRF-PAI) * Adhere to all organizational safety standards, policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements * Effectively prioritize workload and utilize resources responsibly Qualifications: Required Education & Experience * Current licensure as one of the following: * Registered Nurse (RN) * Physical Therapist (PT) * Occupational Therapist (OT) * Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) * Minimum of two (2) years of clinical experience * Preferred experience working in an Inpatient Rehabilitation Unit Required Licensure & Certifications * Current license to practice in the state of Nebraska * Certification in Rehabilitation preferred Knowledge, Skills & Abilities * Strong oral and interpersonal communication skills * Ability to effectively manage conflict and navigate difficult conversations * Excellent critical thinking and clinical decision-making abilities * Knowledge of regulatory agencies, standards, and compliance processes * Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously * Commitment to compassionate, patient-centered care
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