What are the responsibilities and job description for the Admissions Clinical Reviewer position at St. Luke's University Health Network?
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The Admission’s Clinical Reviewer is responsible for the comprehensive medical review and screening of all referrals made to the inpatient Acute Rehabilitation Center within the network. They work collaboratively with other members of the rehabilitation team, referral sources, and departments in the network to thoroughly prepare and promptly facilitate admissions to the Acute Rehabilitation Center.
JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Promptly processes and responds to all inquiries for admission to ARC
- Completes thorough review of documentation and information and assesses a patient’s appropriateness for ARC services consistent with ARC policies and admission criteria and in conjunction with the medical director, Admissions Manager, and ARC Director or designee
- Provides recommendations to patients and referral sources on appropriate level of care
- Ensures accepted patients are medically stable for transfer and initiation of rehab program
- Efficiently completes pre-admission screening on all admitting patients or as needed
- Assume initial responsibility for assessing patient/family needs and consulting with medical director and other ARC staff members as appropriate
- Coordinate bed availability with Admission coordinator or designee
- Is responsible for collaborating with case management and Discharge Support Center in securing timely authorization
- In collaboration with Admission’s Manager and Community Liaisons provides education to referral sources at least annually regarding admission criteria and program overview
- Is timely and accurate maintaining and completing the referral log
- Offer suggestions/solutions in problem solving situations or activities regarding the program
- Collaborates with referral sources and rehab staff to facilitate admission
- Works in conjunction with community liaisons, physicians, directors, managers, and other members of the ARC team to facilitate referrals and admissions
PHYSICAL AND SENSORY REQUIREMENTS:
Occasionally lift and/or carry 50 lbs , Frequently lift and/or carry 25 lbs , Being able to frequently lift or carry objects weighing up to 25 pounds is often more critical that being able to lift up to 50 lbs at a time, Stand and/or walk at least 6 hours in an 8-hour work day. Stooping (bending at the waist) and crouching (stooping and bending at the knee) – required frequently in most medium jobs, Handling (grasping) – required frequently in most medium jobs , Fingering (fine manipulation) – required only occasionally in most medium jobs. Turning, stooping, bending, climbing, stretching and lifting in the provision of comprehensive nursing care. Finger and hand dexterity necessary to handle delicate instruments and other equipment. Visual and auditory acuity required providing comprehensive nursing care.
EDUCATION:
Licensed professional required: PT, OT, RN license. PTA, COTA or LPN will be considered with at least 1 year in an IRF admissions position AND demonstrated competence in completing reviewer tasks.
TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE:
Minimum 1 year experience with admissions for a post-acute rehabilitation setting preferred. Clinical experience as a nurse or therapist in an inpatient setting for a minimum of 3 years. Marketing related experience desired. Work experience with an adult geriatric population is desired.
Please complete your application using your full legal name and current home address. Be sure to include employment history for the past seven (7) years, including your present employer. Additionally, you are encouraged to upload a current resume, including all work history, education, and/or certifications and licenses, if applicable. It is highly recommended that you create a profile at the conclusion of submitting your first application. Thank you for your interest in St. Luke's!!
St. Luke's University Health Network is an
Equal Opportunity Employer.
