Vendor Fee: 7
Client: Frye Regional Medical Center **Note: Only US Citizen or GC Holder Eligible
Director of Case Management Location: Hickory NC
Salary: $120000 $150000
Job Type: FullTime
Job Summary Client is seeking a Director of Case Management to lead and oversee our Case Management unit. This role is responsible for clinical resource management discharge planning patient advocacy social work coordination and medical necessity determination. The Director ensures effective care management strategies focusing on resource utilization quality outcomes and adherence to Geometric Length of Stay (GLOS) guidelines.
About Client Located in the foothills of North Carolina Client is a 355bed acute care hospital with an 81bed Behavioral Health facility and a network of 70 primary and specialty care providers. We are dedicated to delivering highquality patient care and fostering a culture of professional growth and excellence.
Key Responsibilities - Develop and implement departmental goals and strategies aligned with clinical administrative legal and ethical standards.
- Oversee patient care delivery complaint resolution and service quality to meet performance objectives.
- Manage staffing activities including hiring training evaluations and continued education.
- Oversee and maintain department budgets ensuring compliance with financial guidelines.
- Direct internal and external audits to ensure regulatory and operational compliance.
- Foster a culture of professional growth and evidencebased practice integration.
- Lead performance improvement initiatives including lengthofstay (LOS) reduction and process optimization.
Benefits - Competitive Medical Dental and Vision Insurance options.
- 401(K) retirement plan with employer contributions.
- Generous Paid Time Off (PTO).
- Health Savings Account (HSA).
- Income protection programs including life insurance and short/longterm disability.
- Prescription Assistance with OptumRx.
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) providing emotional legal and financial support.
- Travel and entertainment discount programs.
Why Join Our Team - Over 1500 healthcare professionals working together to make a difference.
- 355bed acute care facility offering a full range of inpatient and outpatient services.
- A commitment to patient care excellence and employee satisfaction.
- A culture that values professional growth collaboration and innovation.
Minimum Requirements Education:
- Required: Associates Degree in Nursing
- Preferred: Bachelors Degree in Nursing or Masters Degree in a related field
Licenses & Certifications:
- Active RN license to practice in North Carolina
Experience:
- Minimum of three years of management experience preferred