What are the responsibilities and job description for the Director of Case Management - Urgent Hiring position at Acquire Medstaff?
Job Title: Director of Case Management
Location: Hickory, NC
Salary: $120,000 - $150,000
Employment Type: Full-Time, Permanent
About Us
We are hiring via our partner facility, a 355-bed acute care hospital with an 81-bed Behavioral Health facility and a network of 70 primary and specialty care providers. Our organization is dedicated to delivering high-quality patient care and fostering a culture of professional growth and excellence.
Position Overview
We are seeking an experienced and dynamic Director of Case Management to lead our case management department. This pivotal role involves overseeing clinical resource management, discharge planning, patient advocacy, social work coordination, and medical necessity determination. The Director ensures effective care management strategies focusing on resource utilization, quality outcomes, and adherence to Geometric Length of Stay (GLOS) guidelines.
Key Responsibilities
- Program Development: Develop and implement departmental goals and strategies aligned with clinical, administrative, legal, and ethical standards.
- Care Coordination: Oversee patient care delivery, complaint resolution, and service quality to meet performance objectives.
- Staff Management: Manage staffing activities, including hiring, training, evaluations, and continued education.
- Budget Oversight: Oversee and maintain department budgets, ensuring compliance with financial guidelines.
- Regulatory Compliance: Direct internal and external audits to ensure regulatory and operational compliance.
- Professional Growth: Foster a culture of professional growth and evidence-based practice integration.
- Performance Improvement: Lead initiatives for length-of-stay (LOS) reduction and process optimization.
Benefits
- Health Benefits: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.
- Retirement Plan: 401(k) with employer contributions.
- Paid Time Off: Generous PTO policy.
- Health Savings Account (HSA): Available for eligible employees.
- Income Protection: Life insurance and short/long-term disability.
- Prescription Assistance: With OptumRx.
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Support for emotional, legal, and financial wellness.
- Travel Discounts: Travel and entertainment discount programs.
Minimum Requirements
- Education:
- Required: Associate’s Degree in Nursing
- Preferred: Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing or Master’s Degree in a related field
- Licenses & Certifications:
- Active RN license to practice in North Carolina
- Experience:
- Minimum of three years of management experience preferred
Application Process
Interested candidates are invited to submit their resume. Please contact John Lozarita at john.lozarita@acquiremedstaff.com or (475) 277-5734 for more information. Visit www.acquiremedstaff.com to learn more about our organization and career opportunities.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $120,000.00 - $150,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Relocation assistance
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
Supplemental Pay:
- Bonus opportunities
Work Location: On the road
Salary : $120,000 - $150,000
