CORPORATE DIRECTOR of CASE MANGEMENT to oversee the process for its 14 LTAC and Rehab units, based in Louisiana (9), Arkansas (2), East Texas (2), and Georgia (1)

* This is a new position; each facility has their own dedicated Case Manager that will work closely with this CORPORATE DIRECTOR.

*Travel is approximately 50% for the first 6 months, will lessen after

*Salary range to $150,000 plus bonus TBD Excellent comprehensive benefits.

*Oversees a staff of case managers responsible for patient care coordination.

*Develops and implements case management programs, including utilization review, intake or discharge planning, and managed care contracting or negotiation.

*Ensures that care is provided in each hospital accordance with clinical guidelines and organizational standards.

*Oversees treatments that balance clinical and financial concerns with the family's needs and the patient's quality of life.

*Oversees to the development and improvement of clinical care pathways that enhance cost effectiveness while providing quality care in the LTAC hospitals.

*Manages through subordinate managers and professionals in larger groups of moderate complexity.

*Directs strategic decisions that affect the functional area of responsibility.

*Director will give input into developing the budget.

*Capable of resolving escalated issues arising from operations and requiring coordination with other departments.