Rehab Liaison

• Department: Inpatient Rehabilitation Unit
• Schedule: M-F 8:00-4:30
• Work Location: UAB St. Vincent's East
• Benefits for eligible positions include: generous paid time off, paid parental leave, Associate Assistance Program, Tuition Reimbursement Program, and more

The Rehab Liaison for UAB St. Vincent’s Inpatient Rehabilitation Center is responsible for managing all
incoming referrals, completing timely and accurate Pre-Admission Screens (PAS), and collaborating with
rehabilitation physicians and interdisciplinary team members to determine patient eligibility based on CMS
criteria. This role serves as a liaison to patients, families, and referral sources, providing education on
diagnoses, admission requirements, and expectations for participation in the rehabilitation process. The
clinician facilitates smooth transitions to inpatient rehab, communicates admission decisions, and
recommends alternative levels of care when appropriate. Additional responsibilities include supporting
marketing and customer satisfaction initiatives, maintaining strong professional relationships with referral
partners, and assisting with regulatory compliance and community education related to inpatient
rehabilitation services. Candidates must hold an associate or bachelor's degree in nursing or an allied
health field, possess two years of rehabilitation experience, and be licensed or eligible for licensure in
Alabama as an RN or applicable therapy discipline, with current CPR certification required

• To respond to referrals made to UAB St Vincent's Rehabilitation Center promoting patient and
  referral source satisfaction.
• To complete the Pre-Admission Screen (PAS), collaborate with other rehab team members (MD,
  etc) and assist with final decision to admit based on CMS regulations.
• To educate patients and their families regarding admission criteria, their diagnosis and
  responsibilities to participate in family education and training. To assist with marketing efforts.
• Reviews the medical record and conducts Pre-Admission Screen (PAS) on potential UAB St.
  Vincent's Inpatient Rehab candidates. Once deemed appropriate, inpatient candidates then entered
  into electronic medical record within 24 hours of referral. Makes recommendations to admit or not
  admit based on assessment as to patient's meeting CMS requirements. Serves as liaison with
  referring physician, patient, and family as well as discharge planner. Obtains the attending
  physician's signature on the PAS. Facilitates expeditious transfer of appropriate candidates to
  inpatient programs. Informs referral source, patient, and family as to next steps in the admission
  process.
• In consultation with the rehab attending physician, assists with determination of final approval to
  admit. Informs the referring physician of admission approval/non-approval and, if applicable,
  reason(s) for non-approval to admit. Provides recommendation to most appropriate level of care in
  cases where inpatient rehab facility (IRF) criteria are not met.
• Educates patient and family as to criteria required for eligibility for inpatient rehabilitation services,
  as well as services offered in the inpatient rehabilitation setting. Informs patient and family of level of
  family involvement expected in the inpatient setting, as well as personal items that should be
  brought with them to inpatient rehab.
• Assists with marketing and customer satisfaction initiatives. Understands and can explain all UAB
  St. Vincent's Inpatient Rehab programs to referral sources. Develops, builds, and maintains
  professional relationships with current and potential referral sources. Promotes UAB St. Vincent's
  Inpatient Rehab to referral sources to increase probability that we will be the preferred choice to
  serve other patient's specialized needs. Exhibits ability to communicate professionally both over the
  phone and in-person.
• Manages internal and external referral candidates until acute hospital discharge.
• Assists with regulatory compliance for hospital including The Joint Commission, CMS, and State.
• 10. Provides education to physicians, case managers, social workers, and other members of the
  interdisciplinary team on the definitions of correct level of post-discharge care.
• Provides community education by speaking to professional community about inpatient rehab facility
  (IRF) criteria and types of diagnoses served.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Licenses / Certifications / Registrations

• Currently licensed or eligible to be licensed as a Registered Nurse (RN) by the Alabama Board of Nursing
  or currently licensed or eligible to be licensed as a Speech-Language Pathologist, Occupational
  Therapist/Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant, Physical Therapist/Physical Therapist Assistant, or
  Licensed Clinical Social Worker by the appropriate State of Alabama Board.
• Currently certified with Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) required.

Education: 

• Associate or bachelor's degree in nursing or an Allied Health field and two (2) years of related experience
  in a rehabilitation environment required. Work experience may NOT substitute for education requirement.

No additional preferences.

UAB St. Vincent’s, a proud part of UAB Medicine, is a trusted provider of health care, serving Alabama for more than 125 years. With five hospitals and numerous clinics, we're a health care community deeply rooted in compassion, service, and respect for all, guided by the rich legacy of the St. Vincent’s name. We're committed to extending kindness and personalized care to patients, their families, and each other. We address the physical, psychological, social, and spiritual needs of our patients. We believe in the power of teamwork and unity, and foster a collaborative spirit among our more than 4,800 employees. As one of Alabama’s best hospitals as recognized by U.S. News & World Report, improving the health and lives of those we serve is at the heart of our mission. Join us in continuing our legacy of service and healing in central Alabama, where we can make a lasting impact together.