Clinical Liaison (CL)

Lifepoint Health • Houston, TX

4d • Onsite

About The Position

Kindred Hospital - Houston Northwest is seeking a Full Time Clinical Liaison (CL). The title “Clinical Rehabilitation Specialist” is functionally equivalent to the Clinical Liaison role. Both titles refer to the same position and may be used interchangeably. Lifepoint Rehabilitation is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network with facilities coast to coast. This role is vital in developing census through community education and building relationships with referral sources. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of rehabilitation, excellent communication skills, and the ability to assess patients for admission into the rehabilitation program.

Requirements

• A minimum of a 2-year degree.
• A graduate holding a four-year degree from a college program with a bachelor’s degree in a health related, business or marketing area of concentration, nursing or therapy preferred.
• Previous clinical liaison/marketing/sales experience preferred
• Applicable and current license to practice in accordance with the state licensure act
• Other professional licensure considered based on experience and training as outlined in the state licensure act
• Valid driver’s license and own reliable transportation required
• A track record of successful experience in a health care setting, strong interpersonal skills, and experience working with physicians, nursing management, discharge planners, case managers, and social workers
• Clinical experience is preferred

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree in a health related, business or marketing area of concentration, nursing or therapy preferred.
• Previous clinical liaison/marketing/sales experience preferred
• Clinical experience is preferred

Responsibilities

• Educate the community on rehabilitation to develop a census through face-to-face contacts
• Develop business based on the strategic goals of the rehabilitation program
• Make face-to-face connections within territory to build relationships with referral sources to increase census
• Identify barriers to the admission process and create solutions with the assistance of the program director
• Review patient medical charts and understand test results, therapy evaluations, pre-existing conditions, and have a general medical knowledge of the patient
• Clearly and professionally interact with patients, families, and healthcare providers while gathering additional clinical information and past history
• Conduct thorough patient assessments to identify patients for potential admission into the rehabilitation program
• Complete detailed Pre-Admission Screens, as applicable, according to facility policies and procedures, Lifepoint policies and procedures, and payer requirements, as applicable.
• Schedule meetings and arrange in-services for medical professionals including potential and existing referral sources, doctors, nurses, social workers and other health care professionals.
• Provide patient updates to physicians, payers, case managers, social workers and other relevant persons.
• Maintain solid working relationships with new and existing referral sources by providing excellent after-sales service.
• Other duties as assigned

Benefits

• Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage
• Tailored benefit options for part-time and PRN employees
• Higher education and certification tuition assistance
• Loan assistance
• 401(k) retirement package and company match
• Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs)
• Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree