Case Manager
Company: Encompass Health
Location: Plano
Posted on: June 27, 2025
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Job Description:
Recognized for your abilities as a Case Manager Are you ready
for a Case Management role that brings your career closer to home
and heart? Join Encompass Health, where being a Case Manager goes
beyond just a job; it positions you as a vital link between
exceptional care and the transformative impact on each patients
journey. As the leading provider of rehabilitation care in the
nation, this opportunity allows you to leverage your clinical
expertise while contributing to the well-being of individuals in
your community. Manage resources, coordinate patient care from
admission to post-discharge, and oversee interdisciplinary
plan-of-care decisions. This is more than a career move; its a
chance to shape a future where care and compassion converge for
truly meaningful outcomes. A Glimpse into Our World At Encompass
Health, youll experience the difference the moment you become a
part of our team. Working with us means aligning with a rapidly
growing national inpatient rehabilitation leader. We take pride in
the growth opportunities we offer and how our team unites for the
greater good of our patients. Our achievements include being named
one of the "World’s Most Admired Companies" and receiving the
Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For® Award, among other
accolades, which is nothing short of amazing. Starting Perks and
Benefits At Encompass Health, we are committed to creating a
supportive, inclusive, and caring environment where you can thrive.
From day one, you will have access to: Affordable medical, dental,
and vision plans for both full-time and part-time employees and
their families. Generous paid time off that accrues over time.
Opportunities for tuition reimbursement and continuous education.
Company-matching 401(k) and employee stock purchase plans. Flexible
spending and health savings accounts. A vibrant community of
individuals passionate about the work they do! Become the Case
Manager you always wanted to be Work with interdisciplinary team,
guiding treatment plans based on patient needs and preferences.
Coordinate with interdisciplinary team to establish tentative
discharge plan and contingency plans Participate in planning for
and the execution of patient discharge experience. Monitor patient
experience: quality/timeliness/service
appropriateness/payors/expectations. Facilitate team conferences
weekly and coordinate all treatment plan modifications. Complete
case management addendums and all required documentation. Maintain
knowledge of regulations/standards, company policies/procedures,
and department operations. Review/analyze case management reports,
including Key Care Indicators, and plan appropriate actions.
Understand commercial contract levels, exclusions, payor
requirements, and recertification needs. Attend Acute Care Transfer
(ACT) meetings to identify trends and collaboratively reduce ACTs.
Meet with patient/family per Patient Arrival and Initial Visit
Standard within 24 hrs. of admission. Perform assessment of goals
and complete case management addendum within 48 hours of admission.
Educate patient/family on rehabilitation and Case Manager role;
establish communication plan. Schedule and facilitate family
conferences as needed. Assist patient with timely
procuring/planning of resources to avoid discharge delays or
issues. Monitor compliance with regulations for orthotics and
prosthetics ordering and payment. Make appropriate/timely
referrals, including documentation to post discharge
providers/physicians. Ensure accuracy of discharge and
payor-related information in the patient record. Participate in
utilization review process: data collection, trend review, and
resolution actions. Participate in case management on-call schedule
as needed. Qualifications • License or Certification: Must be
qualified to independently complete an assessment within the scope
of practice of his/her discipline (for example, RN, SW, OT, PT, ST,
and Rehabilitation Counseling). If licensure is required for one’s
discipline within the state, individual must hold an active
license. Must meet eligibility requirements for CCM® or ACM™
certification upon entry into this position OR within two years of
entry into the position. CCM® or ACM™ certification required OR
must be obtained within two years of being placed in the Case
Manager II position. • Minimum Qualifications: For Nursing, must
possess minimum of an Associate Degree in Nursing, RN licensure
with BSN preferred. A diploma is acceptable only in those states
whose minimum requirement for licensure or certification is a
diploma rather than an associate degree. For all other eligible
licensed or certified health care professionals, must possess a
minimum of a bachelor’s degree and graduate degree is preferred. 2
years of rehabilitation experience preferred. The Encompass Health
Way We proudly set the standard in care by leading with empathy,
doing whats right, focusing on the positive, and standing stronger
together. Encompass Health is a trusted leader in post-acute care
with over 150 nationwide locations and a team of 36,000 exceptional
individuals and growing! At Encompass Health, we celebrate and
welcome diversity in our inclusive culture. We provide equal
employment opportunities regardless of race, ethnicity, gender,
sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion,
national origin, color, creed, age, mental or physical disability,
or any other protected classification. Were eagerly looking forward
to meeting you, and we genuinely mean that. Join us on this
remarkable journey!
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