Admissions Liaison I
- Sarasota Memorial Hospital
- Sarasota, FL, USA
Job Description
Post Acute Access
Job Summary
We are seeking a dynamic inpatient rehabilitation Admission Liaison to join our team!
Job duties of the Admissions Liaison are: Assesses patients to determine the appropriate level of post-acute care services within CMS/payor guidelines and reviews the options with the patient and/or designated representatives. Primary assignment includes one level of post-acute care (SNF or IRF). Gathers and communicates significant referral information to appropriate staff within the continuum to promote continuity of care post-acute discharge. Responsible for all referral data collection as required. Responsible for supporting the referral development goals for the post-acute continuum and to educate/liaison with physicians, physician office staff, APRN, PA, nursing, case managers and social workers to facilitate the patient's discharge process. Responsible for growing the post-acute business and developing positive and effective relationships within the community, facilities, and other liaisons.
Required Qualifications
- Require current State of Florida licensure in a clinical professional healthcare field (i.e., RN, PT, OT SLP, LCSW).
- Require a minimum of one (1) year of admissions or case management experience or successful completion of SMHCS internship & three (3) years of clinical experience in related discipline or case management experience in a hospital or skilled nursing or inpatient rehabilitation facility setting.
- Require an associate degree in relevant field of discipline, bachelor's or master's degree preferred.
Preferred Qualifications
- Prefer one of the following certifications: - Uniform Data Systems (UDS) - Certified Case Manager (CCM) - Accredited Case Manager (ACM) - Certified Rehabilitation Registered Nurse (CRRN)
- Prefer demonstrated knowledge of commonly used computer applications (i.e., Electronic Health Records (EHR), Windows, Word, PowerPoint, Excel).
- Prefer demonstrated people and customer service skills.
- Prefer demonstrated organization, communication, and presentation skills.
- Prefer demonstrated knowledge in insurance coverage and various covered days by CMS requirements.
Required License and Certs
FDL: Valid Driver's License
One of the largest public health systems in Florida, Sarasota Memorial Health Care System has continually evolved from its modest beginning as the county's first community hospital. Our mission to deliver high-quality healthcare for our community has been steadfast since we first began serving patients in 1925 at the 32-bed Sarasota Hospital, and our growth has been shaped by and for the Sarasota community.
Today, we are a full-service public health system, with two hospitals offering specialized expertise in heart, vascular, cancer, orthopedic and neuroscience services, as well as a state-of-the-art cancer care center and a network of outpatient centers, urgent care centers, laboratories, diagnostic imaging and physician practices, skilled nursing and rehabilitation among our many programs. Sarasota Memorial also serves as the region's health care safety net, with Sarasota County's only trauma center, obstetrical services, neonatal intensive care unit, inpatient pediatrics unit and psychiatric services for patients of all ages.
The system's flagship 897-bed campus, Sarasota Memorial Hospital-Sarasota, has been consistently recognized as one of the nation’s best hospitals. A regional referral center providing the greatest depth and breadth of care to the community, the campus also includes state-of-the-art specialized centers of care, including the Brian D. Jellison Cancer Institute Oncology Tower, Rehabilitation Pavilion and newly opened Cornell Behavioral Health Pavilion.
With the opening of Sarasota Memorial Hospital-Venice in fall 2021, we're able to provide south Sarasota County residents convenient access to the same level of care and 5-Star physicians, staff and systems available at our SMH-Sarasota Campus. SMH-Venice features 178 private rooms, a 28-room Emergency Care Center, 8 surgical suites, 10 birthing suites and a pandemic-ready intensive care unit. The Venice campus is currently undergoing an expansion that will double the hospital's capacity when complete in 2024.
Sarasota Memorial is powered by more than 10,000 staff and is Sarasota County’s largest employer. Over 700 members of the community contribute their time and skills as hospital volunteers; this includes the 9-member Sarasota County Public Hospital Board elected by local voters, governs Sarasota Memorial Health Care System.
Our Mission
Sarasota Memorial strives to provide healthcare services that excel in caring, quality and innovation.
Our Vision
Our community will be served by the best healthcare system in the nation. Sarasota Memorial will be the best place to be a patient, the best place to work and the best place to practice medicine. Our extraordinary people, innovative clinical technology and effective use of information systems will set us apart. We will deliver services that are safe, result in desired outcomes and are consistent with current professional knowledge.
Our Values
To create an environment that supports and rewards:
- Safety
- Caring and compassion
- Excellence and professionalism
- Teamwork and trust
- Mutual respect and recognition
- Accountable and ethical behavior