Registry / PRN Inpatient Care Manager - Global Patient Services
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Communication, Accountability, Flexibility/Adaptability, Judgment/Problem Solving, Customer Service and Core Values (Hope, Compassion, Discovery, Collaboration,
Shirley Ryan AbilityLab is the global leader in physical medicine and rehabilitation for adults and children with the most severe, complex conditions. By joining our team, you’ll be part of our life-changing mission and vision. You’ll contribute to an innovative, multifaceted culture that is second to none — one that embraces collaboration, excellence, discovery and compassion. You’ll play a role in something that’s never been done before as we integrate science and clinical care to help patients achieve better, faster outcomes — as we Advance Human Ability, together.
The Global Patient Services Care Manager will consistently demonstrate support of the Shirley Ryan AbilityLab statement of Vision, Mission and Core Values by striving for excellence, contributing to the team efforts and showing respect and compassion for patients and their families, fellow employees, and all others with whom there is contact at or in the interest of the institute.
The Global Patient Services Care Manager will demonstrate Shirley Ryan AbilityLab Core Attributes: Communication, Accountability, Flexibility/Adaptability, Judgment/Problem Solving, Customer Service and Core Values (Hope, Compassion, Discovery, Collaboration, and Commitment to Excellence) while fulfilling job duties.
Provide single point of contact for special populations including Military, International, and Worker's Compensation patients, families, external Case Managers, referral sources and payers to ensure access to services and ongoing communication throughout treatment.
Provide concierge services that address medical requirements, cultural nuances, language barriers, visa requests, orientation, family support and other unique needs associated with travel from other regions/countries.
Lead treatment planning to ensure that unique needs, including return to work goals, embassy requirements, international discharges, LOS, home modifications, and life-care planning are addressed.
Manage external Case Management, Claims Adjuster, Medical Attaché, and Embassy communication, keeping referral and payer representatives informed of patient progress and ongoing needs.
Secure pre-authorizations, embassy approvals, and letters of compensability prior to admission.
Work with Patient Financial Services and Managed Care to negotiate self-pay agreements, payer pay discounts and single-case agreements with third parties.
Manage and disseminate information on local housing, air ambulances, ground transportation and other travel resources for out of state families.
Coordinate interpreter/translation services for International Patients.
Coordinate care with external providers/partners (including NMH, CMH, UCMC & private physician groups) to ensure a smooth transition.
Participate in quality improvements in individual, team and program performance.
Perform all other duties that may be assigned in the best interest of the Shirley Ryan AbilityLab.
Reports directly to the Director, Global Patient Services
Master's degree for Social Workers or CRRN for Nurses.
Current Illinois license.
Minimum 2 years of progressively responsible related clinical work experience with diagnostic program population.
Experience with International, Worker's Compensation, Military Populations preferred.
Professional knowledge of practice and supervision
Interpersonal skills sufficient to provide effective communication with patients, families and staff.
Sophisticated conflict mediation/negotiation/consensus building skills.
Highly developed referral relations skills and refined ability to promote RIC services to external customers.
Normal office environment with little or no exposure to dust or extreme temperature.
Responsibilities
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Benefits: Shirley Ryan AbilityLab offers a comprehensive benefits program that is competitive with our industry peers in our geographic locations: https://www.sralab.org/benefits
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Equal Employment Opportunity Employer
Shirley Ryan AbilityLab is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. All applicants will be afforded equal employment opportunity without discrimination because of race, color, religion, sex, marital status, national origin or ancestry, citizenship status, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military status, order of protection status, unfavorable discharge from military service, or any other characteristics protected by law.
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About this job
- Who can apply
- United States
- Posted
- 5 days ago
Listing Details
- Posted
- October 29, 2026
- First seen
- November 3, 2026
- Last seen
- November 3, 2026
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- Days active
- 0
- Repost count
- 0
- Trust Level
- 28%
- Scored at
- November 3, 2026
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