Case Manager Per Diem

OverviewCase Manager - Per Diem - Las Cruces, New MexicoJoin our world-class team of driven, passionate healthcare professionals who are focused on service excellence and providing top quality care!At Rehabilitation Hospital of Southern New Mexico, we are more than a hospital-we are a community of caregivers driven by purpose, compassion, and a shared mission to help patients regain independence after life-changing illness or injury.Located in Las Cruces, NM, our hospital offers state-of-the-art therapy, personalized care plans, and an interdisciplinary team approach that delivers exceptional outcomes. Whether you're a clinician, therapist, or healthcare leader, you'll find a rewarding career here where your work truly makes a difference.We are seeking a Case Manager to join our team of passionate patient caregivers!As a participating hospital of Ernest Health, we offer robust recognition, wellness, and retention programs. These programs focus to enhance the employees' work experience, recognize, and celebrate achievements. We also encourage employees to share their work experience through "My Ernest Journey" and through our Engagement Survey, where our approach is "You Spoke, We Listened". These platforms provide additional avenues for employees to give feedback about their work experience and share what is important to them.Our hospital offers comprehensive benefits, designed to support your health and financial well-being.Benefits:PPO and High Deductible Medical Plan optionsFlexible Spending and Health Savings Account options availableDental and Vision coverage401K with employer matchingLife insuranceShort-and-long term disabilityWellness & Work Life Balance:Employee Assistance ProgramWellness Program with quarterly wellness challenges with participation incentivesEarned Time Off - start accruing vacation time on start date Qualifications Required Skills:Current clinical licensure strongly preferred.One year recent relevant experience required. Acute care setting preferred.Additional Qualifications/Skills:Demonstrates an understanding of treatment costs and financial support as they relate to quality and efficiency.Demonstrates critical thinking skills: Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.Utilizes the appropriate leadership skills in delegating, organizing, and educating coworkers and staff.Knowledge of community resources to meet post-discharge clinical and social needs.Knowledge of clinical operations and procedures.Ability to establish and maintain pro-active relationships with internal interdisciplinary team members, local payer, physicians, community service organizations and health care facilities.Ability to maintain quality, safety, and/or infection control standards.Demonstrates general computer skills including: data entry, word processing, email, and record management.Effective organizational and time management skills.Effective written and verbal communication skills.Ability to maintain proper levels of confidentiality.Ability to work closely and professionally with others.Responsibilities