Director of Case Management
Yuma, AZ | Hospital Leadership | Care Coordination Excellence | Patient-Centered Outcomes
Lead a high-performing Case Management department and play a critical role in patient outcomes, care coordination, and operational excellence. This leadership opportunity offers the chance to work alongside executive leadership while overseeing utilization review, discharge planning, and interdisciplinary care management initiatives within a respected inpatient rehabilitation hospital.
Clinical Magnet, a division of ICON Medical Network, is seeking an experienced Director of Case Management for a full-time leadership opportunity in Yuma, AZ. This position reports directly to the CEO and serves as a key member of the hospital leadership team.
The Director will oversee daily operations of the Case Management department while supporting exceptional patient outcomes, regulatory compliance, and efficient care transitions.
This is a DIRECT HIRE opportunity!
Why Choose This Opportunity
- Executive leadership role reporting directly to the CEO
- Member of the hospital leadership team with strategic influence
- Established interdisciplinary Case Management department
- Opportunity to lead care coordination, utilization review, and discharge planning initiatives
- Strong organizational support and professional development opportunities
- Certification reimbursement available for CCM or ACM certification
- Comprehensive benefits package and competitive compensation
Director of Case Management Responsibilities
- Oversee daily operations of the Case Management department
- Lead utilization review, discharge planning, and care coordination activities
- Ensure compliance with hospital policies, regulatory requirements, and quality standards
- Collaborate with physicians, nursing leadership, therapy teams, and hospital administration
- Mentor, develop, and support Case Management staff members
- Monitor departmental performance metrics and implement process improvements
- Assist with patient caseloads as needed during periods of low census or staffing shortages
- Promote effective patient flow and successful transitions of care
- Support hospital initiatives focused on quality outcomes, patient satisfaction, and operational efficiency
Leadership Oversight
- Directly supervise a multidisciplinary Case Management team including:
- 3 RN Case Managers
- 1 LPN
- 3 Medical Social Workers
- 1 Licensed Social Worker
- Lead a department supporting a 61-bed inpatient rehabilitation hospital with an average daily census of approximately 56 patients
- Foster a culture of collaboration, accountability, and patient-centered care
Qualifications
- Registered Nurse (RN) or Licensed Social Worker required
- Bachelor's degree required (BSN required for RN candidates)
- Master's degree preferred for non-nursing healthcare professionals
- Minimum of 3 years of hospital-based Case Management experience required
- Strong experience with both Utilization Review and Discharge Planning required
- Acute care and/or inpatient rehabilitation experience strongly preferred
- Active professional license required if applicable to discipline and state requirements
- CCM or ACM certification preferred; required within the first year of employment if not currently certified (employer-sponsored certification support available)
- Demonstrated leadership experience within a hospital setting preferred
- Strong communication, organizational, and interdisciplinary collaboration skills
Compensation & Benefits
- Salary range: $115,000 – $120,000 annually
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits
- Retirement savings opportunities
- Paid time off and holiday benefits
- CCM or ACM certification reimbursement
- Leadership development and advancement opportunities
Apply Today
Join a collaborative leadership team where your expertise in case management, utilization review, and discharge planning will directly impact patient outcomes and organizational success. If you're an experienced RN or Social Work leader seeking your next opportunity in hospital leadership, we'd love to connect with you.
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Pay: $115,000.00 - $120,000.00 per year
Benefits
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Referral program
- Relocation assistance
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
