Rehab Admission Liaison Therapist EX

Our promise to you:

Joining AdventHealth is about being part of something bigger. It’s about belonging to a community that believes in the wholeness of each person, and serves to uplift others in body, mind and spirit. AdventHealth is a place where you can thrive professionally, and grow spiritually, by Extending the Healing Ministry of Christ. Where you will be valued for who you are and the unique experiences you bring to our purpose-minded team. All while understanding that together we are even better.

Schedule: Sunday - Thursday 0830 - 1700 

• Participates in marketing to physicians/physician practices to build referral relationships.
• Supports consumer marketing and public awareness through participation in community events, educational lectures/speaking, and/or other extension of clinical expertise to the community.
• Maintains productivity standards as defined by the department, through effective time management and clinical efficiency and adjusts work hours to meet the needs of the patients as required.
• Recommends treatment alternatives for candidates denied admission.
• Establishes and maintains professional relationships with healthcare individuals and organizations that refer candidates for inpatient rehabilitation.
• Communicates effectively with referring and supporting healthcare individuals and organizations to ensure timely and clear exchange of necessary information.
• Coordinates and directs tasks accomplished by personnel supporting this position.
• Conducts on-site visits with referring healthcare individuals and organizations to assess candidates and review available programs.
• Participates in practice changes as a result of performance improvement activities.
• Supports quality standards and initiatives set by the department.
• Facilitates Payor Authorization and timely patient placement into rehab facility, escalating to leadership as appropriate.
• Practices principles of employee and patient safety during daily job activities.
• Facilitates patient’s movement through the program by providing proactive planning and creating solutions to ensure seamless care.
• Documents accurately, completely, and timely using measurable and objective terminology following standards of practice, insurance guidelines and department/hospital policy and procedures.
• Evaluates, assesses, and communicates patient candidacy for inpatient rehabilitation timely as per department standards.
• Initiates clinical evaluation of candidates post-referral and makes decisions regarding acceptance or denial based on established criteria.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

• Understands and can communicate effectively with both external and internal stakeholders regarding the continuum of care [Required]
• Must be able to multi-task and effectively manage multiple referral sources [Required]
• Possesses excellent organizational and communication skills, demonstrating a commitment to patient and partners’ oriented practice [Required]
• Good computer skills, including proficiency in Word, Excel, Outlook, and basic knowledge of Microsoft Office and Windows [Required]
• Ability to read, write, and speak conversational English effectively [Required]

• Bachelor's [Required]

• in Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy or Speech Language Pathology

• 2+ year experience in clinical setting [Required]

• Education requirements for this position are determined by the licensing or certification standards set forth by the relevant certifying body. Applicants must possess the level of education mandated for eligibility to obtain and maintain the required license or certification.

• Basic Life Support - CPR Cert (BLS) [Required]
• Occupational Therapist (OT) [Required] OR Physical Therapist (PT) [Required] OR Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) [Required]

Certain positions are subject to Florida Level 2 background screening, including fingerprinting, as required by state law.

Applicants may review general information about Florida’s background screening requirements at the Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse:
https://info.flclearinghouse.com/

This facility is an equal opportunity employer and complies with federal, state and local anti-discrimination laws, regulations and ordinances.