Be inspired. Be valued. Belong. 

At Emory Healthcare we fuel your professional journey with better benefits, valuable resources, ongoing mentorship and leadership programs for all types of jobs, and a supportive environment that enables you to reach new heights in your career and be what you want to be.  We provide:

• Comprehensive health benefits that start day 1
• Student Loan Repayment Assistance & Reimbursement Programs
• Family-focused benefits
• Wellness incentives

Ongoing mentorship, development, leadership programs...and more!

8a-4:30p / Full-Time / 40 hours

• Compiles, analyzes and submits for reimbursement data from the Inpatient Rehabiliation Facility Patient Assessment Instrument IIRF-PAI) and the Continuity Assessment Record and Evaluation Data Set (LTAH CARE tool).
• Provide updates and continuing staff education on the Prospecive Payment System, acting as liaison for Billing Office, Care Management and Inpatient Rehab Staff and for faciliting referrals.
• Practice will be in accordance with laws and regulations and will adhere to established policies, procedures and practice guidelines.
• Enters and transmits IRF-PAI data to the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid.
• Collects and analyzes statistical data and assists with maximizing reimbursement.
• Enters and transmits CARE Tool to the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid.
• Acts as liaison between the Billing Office, Case Managers, Coders/HIMS and the Inpatent Rehab/LTAC staff to promote optimal resource utilization.
• Provides updates and continuing staff education on the Prospective Payment System.
• Monitors, tests, and provides ongoing feedback to the Rehab Medical Director and LTAC Medical Director and the program evaluation team.
• Will provide backup for all PPS activities if Director is unavailable, as needed.
• Participates in continuous quality improvement teams and activities.
• Participates in supporting the organizations vision, mission and values and adheres to DeKalb Medical Standards of Behavior.
• Performs other duties as assigned to meet the goals and objectives of DeKalb Medical.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing preferred, or LMSW, CCM or Rehab Therapist.
• Must have 2 years clinical experience.
• Post Acute care experience preferred.
• Skills, Knowledge and Abilities: Must process proven skills in communication, comprehensive patient assessment, critical thinking, and building of interpersonal relationships.
• Proven ability to provide leadership in an interdisciplinary setting.
• Performs skills and competencies as defined in orientation checklist and annual departmental competency checklist if applicable.
• Demonstrates and maintains competencies specific to patient population served.

Supporting a diverse, equitable and inclusive culture.  Emory Healthcare (EHC) is dedicated to providing equal opportunities and access to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, ethnic or national origin, gender, genetic information, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression and/or veteran's status. EHC does not discriminate on the basis of any factor stated above or prohibited under applicable law. EHC respects, values, and celebrates the unique perspectives and backgrounds of all individuals. EHC aspires to create an environment of collaboration and true belonging for all our patients and team members.  Emory Healthcare (EHC) is committed to achieving a diverse workforce through equal opportunity and nondiscrimination policy in all aspects of employment including recruitment, hiring, promotions, transfers, discipline, terminations, wage and salary administration, benefits, and training.

ACCOMODATIONS: EHC will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. To request this document in an alternate format or to request a reasonable accommodation, please contact the Office of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion.”

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: (Medium-Heavy) 36-75 lbs., 0-33% of the work day (occasionally); 20-35 lbs., 34-66% of the workday; (frequently); 10-20 lbs., 67-100% of the workday (constantly); Lifting 75 lbs. max; Carrying of objects up to 35 lbs.; Occasional to frequent standing & walking; Occasional sitting; Close eye work (computers, typing, reading, writing); Physical demands may vary depending on assigned work area and work tasks.

ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS: Factors affecting environment conditions may vary depending on the assigned work area and tasks. Environmental exposures include, but are not limited to: Blood-borne pathogen exposure; Bio-hazardous waste Chemicals/gases/fumes/vapors; Communicable diseases; Electrical shock; Floor Surfaces; Hot/Cold Temperatures; Indoor/Outdoor conditions; Latex; Lighting; Patient care/handling injuries; Radiation; Shift work; Travel may be required; Use of personal protective equipment, including respirators; environmental conditions may vary depending on assigned work area and work tasks.