Clinical Liaison (RN or RT) - Per-Diem

Select Medical • Memphis, TN

10h • Onsite

About The Position

Select Specialty Hospital Critical Illness Recovery Hospital (LTACH) is seeking a Per-Diem Clinical Liaison (RN/RRT) to advocate for referred patients in the pre-admission process by collaborating with clinical teams to assess patient needs. This role serves as a resource for healthcare professionals by fostering relationships within medical facilities. With clinical expertise and problem-solving skills, the liaison coordinates care plans with physicians and families, facilitates patient transfers, and addresses barriers to accessing specialized post-ICU care. The rate for this position is $42/hr, and the work schedule is on an as-needed basis for weekend coverage, PTO, and medical leave coverage.

Requirements

• Current and valid state licensure or eligibility for state licensure as a Registered Nurse or Respiratory Therapist.
• Demonstrated computer proficiency.
• Must exercise sound judgment in handling the professional/confidential nature of healthcare sales.

Nice To Haves

• Two years of related experience working in a clinical healthcare setting or previous experience working in a clinical liaison role.
• Demonstrated competency with the preadmission process, including assessments and relationship building in a rehabilitation setting or in another post-acute care setting.
• Proven track record in sales and marketing with at least one year of experience in a related position.

Responsibilities

• Advocate for referred patients in the pre-admission process by collaborating with clinical teams to assess patient needs.
• Serve as a resource for healthcare professionals by fostering relationships within medical facilities.
• Coordinate care plans with physicians and families.
• Facilitate patient transfers and address barriers to accessing specialized post-ICU care.
• Work with physicians, discharge planners, and patients' families to plan the best continuum of care after an ICU or post-surgical stay by utilizing strong clinical background, payer knowledge, and problem-solving skills.
• Perform clinical assessments of referred patients, then counsel with patients' families to assist them in making the best care decisions for their loved one.
• Partner with hospital case managers and physicians to create a smooth pre-admission and transfer process by removing payer-related and operational barriers for patients getting into our highly effective level of care.
• Cover some weekends, PTO, and medical leave for full-time employees.

Benefits

• 401 (k) (for part-time & per diem positions based on reaching 1,000 hours within their first anniversary or subsequent calendar year)
• Employee Assistance Program (for part-time employees)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed