Job Abstract

The Inpatient Rehab Facility Admission Coordinator for the inpatient rehabilitation unit is an expert professional who is responsible for coordinating and facilitating access to inpatient rehabilitation services. This position is accountable for monitoring of appropriate utilization of unit services in accordance with current Center for Medicare/Medicaid Services (CMS) guidelines and regulations.

Under the direction of the Medical Director the Admissions Coordinator evaluates internal and external referrals for admission per the criteria established by CMS and coordinates and facilitates admission including obtaining of insurance authorization and completing UR functions. Completes the IRF Admission Prescreen and validates it is cosigned timely by reviewing Physiatrist.

Coordinates all activities related to timely and accurate submission of the Inpatient Rehab Facility-Patient Assessment Instrument (IRF-PAI) including but not limited to documentation, recording data entry, data transmission and analysis of the required items, CMG assignment, identification of allowable co-morbities (with medical coder), IRF-PAI assessment schedule, target LOS and expected reimbursement and cost for all Medicare patients.

Providence caregivers are not simply valued – they’re invaluable. Join our team at Providence Little Company Of Mary San Pedro Hospital and thrive in our culture of patient-focused, whole-person care built on understanding, commitment, and mutual respect. Your voice matters here, because we know that to inspire and retain the best people, we must empower them.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in Nursing, Or
• Associates Degree and 5 years of experience.
• California Registered Nurse License upon hire.
• National Provider BLS - American Heart Association upon hire.
• 3 years inpatient rehabilitation experience.

Preferred Qualification:

• 2 years experience in Case Management.

Why Join Providence?

Our best-in-class benefits are uniquely designed to support you and your family in staying well, growing professionally, and achieving financial security. We take care of you, so you can focus on delivering our Mission of caring for everyone, especially the most vulnerable in our communities.