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Mercy Medical Center a is looking for a Rehabilitation Outcomes Coordinator to join our Inpatient Rehab Team.

The Rehabilitation Outcomes Coordinator is responsible for coordination of the data collection on the Inpatient Rehabilitation Facility Patient Assessment Instruments (IRF-PAI). Responsible for ensuring the presence of supporting documentation to comply with CMS requirements.  Oversight of all the quality data collection and integration of outcomes information to ensure the most appropriate level of resources utilization and reimbursement.

What will you do: 

Obtains full Medicare reimbursement for the hospital under the prospective payment system by ensuring that quality service is provided in accordance with federal guidelines.Reviews medical record documentation and accurately encodes appropriate impairment group code (ICG) and ICD-10 diagnosis codes for etiologic diagnosis and comorbid conditions on the IRF-PAI in collaboration with the coding team and physician.Ensures utilization of outcome data to promote highest quality patient care.Functions as an effective member of the Rehabilitation Service line Quality and Outcomes Department.

Minimum Qualifications

RN, PT, OT, SLP - minimum baccalaureate degree required.Minimum five (5) years of experience in rehabilitation.Minimum two years’ experience in similar role.Solid understanding of the rehabilitation philosophy, process, and concepts.Knowledge of current general and rehabilitation healthcare trends and issues.Knowledge of principles of Medicare reimbursement, coding and classification systems.Excellent communication, interpersonal leadership, problem solving, time management and organizational skills.Ability to work independently, project a positive image, effect change, perform critical analysis and demonstrate high standard of professional contact.

Highlights

Full-Time,Great benefits effective on first dayMission-Driven Team Environment

Facility Information

Mercy Medical Center has established itself as one of the leading providers of health care services in Western Massachusetts. Mercy Medical Center is a 182-bed acute care hospital in Springfield. Other facilities include Mercy's Rehabilitation Hospital, a comprehensive hospital-based rehabilitation center on the campus of Mercy Medical Center and Brightside for Families and Children, an outpatient service offering counseling and family support programs.

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
 

Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, Catholic healthcare systems in the nation. Built on the foundation of our Mission and Core Values, we integrate diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. Our colleagues have different lived experiences, customs, abilities, and talents. Together, we become our best selves. A diverse and inclusive workforce provides the most accessible and equitable care for those we serve. Trinity Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by law.