What are the responsibilities and job description for the Rehab Liaison position at Reading Hospital?
Job Summary
The Rehab Liaison:
Qualifications
Education Requirements
For patients who have experienced functional loss of disability as a result of an accident, illness or injury, everything you need to reclaim your life – from comprehensive inpatient rehabilitation and transitional care to outpatient programs – is here, all under one roof.
Our specialized team of board-certified rehab physicians, certified rehab nurses, clinicians and dedicated therapists deliver an unparalleled level of care and encouragement through state-of the-art-technology, advanced therapies and wellness environments.
Our Facility Offers
Overview
Tower Health, a regional healthcare system, serves communities across multiple counties in Pennsylvania. Its network includes Reading Hospital, Phoenixville Hospital, Pottstown Hospital, and St. Christopher's Hospital for Children (in partnership with Drexel University). Committed to academic medicine and training, Tower Health offers various programs, including residency and fellowship programs, the Drexel University College of Medicine at Tower Health, and the Reading Hospital School of Health Sciences. Additionally, the system provides a wide range of healthcare services, such as Reading Hospital Rehabilitation at Wyomissing, home healthcare via Tower Health at Home, TowerDirect ambulance and emergency response, Tower Health Medical Group, Tower Health Providers (a clinically integrated network), and Tower Health Urgent Care facilities across its service area.
The Rehab Liaison:
- Assesses patients at Reading Hospital for potential placement at the Reading Rehab Hospital’s Acute and Subacute Transitional Care units.
- Coordinates admissions and transfers in accordance with established standards, guidelines, and admission criteria.
- Collaborates with physicians, department leadership, and case management to prioritize admissions and determine the most appropriate available bed for each patient..
- Evaluates patients’ medical and functional needs to determine appropriate placement based on unit-specific admission criteria.
- Communicates and collaborates with hospital departments to streamline processes, maximize efficiency, and expedite admissions and transfers.
- Promotes Reading Rehab Hospital’s services and serves as a key liaison between hospital departments, patients, physicians, referral sources, and current and prospective clients.
- Provides excellent customer service to physicians, patients, office administrators and staff, as well as hospital clients, including nursing homes and other healthcare facilities.
- Builds and maintains strong, collaborative relationships with hospital departments, committees, medical staff, referral sources, and community partners.
- Primary work location will be at the Reading Hospital
- PRN- 1-2 days per week (8am-4:30pm) primarily on Wednesdays and Fridays. Additional hours possible as schedule permits.
- FT- 8am-4:30pm
Qualifications
Education Requirements
- Vocational/Technical Degree - OR - combination of relevant education & experience may be considered in lieu of Vocational/Technical Degree
- Experience in Acute Rehab or Skilled Nursing is preferred.
- Experience with electronic medical records preferred.
- Liaison experience preferred but not required.
- RN, LPN, PT, PTA, or COTA license
- Change Management
- Collaborative Skills
- Computer Skills to include use and navigation
- Customer Service Skills
- Detail Oriented
- Epic Proficiency
- Excellent Communications Skills
- Excellent Interpersonal Skills
- Financial and Business Acumen
- General Clerical Skills
- Good Reasoning Skills
- Listening Skills
- Medical Terminology
- Microsoft Office Applications
- Multitasking
- Negotiation Skills
- Organizational Skills
- Prepare & Give Presentations
- Problem Solving Skills
- Service Orientation
- Strong Team Player
For patients who have experienced functional loss of disability as a result of an accident, illness or injury, everything you need to reclaim your life – from comprehensive inpatient rehabilitation and transitional care to outpatient programs – is here, all under one roof.
Our specialized team of board-certified rehab physicians, certified rehab nurses, clinicians and dedicated therapists deliver an unparalleled level of care and encouragement through state-of the-art-technology, advanced therapies and wellness environments.
Our Facility Offers
- A 61-bed Acute Rehabilitation Unit including an 11-bed secured Brain Injury Unit
- A 50-bed Transitional Sub-Acute Unit for skilled care
- Highly skilled therapists
- Speech, physical, and occupational therapy programming
- Therapeutic recreation and activities
- Spacious private rooms with large private bathrooms and flat screen televisions
- Aquatic therapy pool
- On-site pharmacy, laboratory, and radiological services
- Outdoor therapeutic garden
- Comfortable lounges with flat screen televisions, computers, and free internet access
- Plenty of visiting areas for patients, friends, and families
- Easy access and free parking
Overview
Tower Health, a regional healthcare system, serves communities across multiple counties in Pennsylvania. Its network includes Reading Hospital, Phoenixville Hospital, Pottstown Hospital, and St. Christopher's Hospital for Children (in partnership with Drexel University). Committed to academic medicine and training, Tower Health offers various programs, including residency and fellowship programs, the Drexel University College of Medicine at Tower Health, and the Reading Hospital School of Health Sciences. Additionally, the system provides a wide range of healthcare services, such as Reading Hospital Rehabilitation at Wyomissing, home healthcare via Tower Health at Home, TowerDirect ambulance and emergency response, Tower Health Medical Group, Tower Health Providers (a clinically integrated network), and Tower Health Urgent Care facilities across its service area.