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COO roles at Encompass Health sit at the intersection of clinical operations and enterprise leadership, overseeing inpatient rehabilitation and home health service lines across a large multi-site network. Encompass Health has a history of sponsoring international talent at the operations leadership level across multiple visa pathways.
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Patient Assessment Standards Coordinator Career Opportunity
Join a Team That Puts Your Passion for Detail First
Are you searching for a fulfilling career as a Patient Assessment Standards Coordinator? Look no further; join our team for a journey where your work is a meaningful contribution to patient well-being. As a Patient Assessment Standards Coordinator, you are vital to ensuring the highest standards of patient care, as your role involves ensuring patient assessments are compliant with established standards. This is more than a profession; it's a career close to home and heart, where your dedication significantly impacts the lives of those in our care. If you're passionate about promoting excellence in patient assessments, join our dedicated team.
A Glimpse into Our World
At Encompass Health, you'll experience the difference the moment you become a part of our team. Working with us means aligning with a rapidly growing national inpatient rehabilitation leader. We take pride in the growth opportunities we offer and how our team unites for the greater good of our patients. Our achievements include being named one of the "World's Most Admired Companies" and receiving the Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For® Award, among other accolades, which is nothing short of amazing.
Starting Perks and Benefits
At Encompass Health, we are committed to creating a supportive, inclusive, and caring environment where you can thrive. From day one, you will have access to:
- Affordable medical, dental, and vision plans for both full-time and part-time employees and their families.
- Generous paid time off that accrues over time.
- Opportunities for tuition reimbursement and continuous education.
- Company-matching 401(k) and employee stock purchase plans.
- Flexible spending and health savings accounts.
- A vibrant community of individuals passionate about the work they do!
Be the Patient Assessment Standard Coordinator you always wanted to be
- Assure accurate data extraction from clinical documentation.
- Coordinate timely submission of data for Medicare patients.
- Educate and support staff on proper and accurate documentation.
- Act as the primary resource for problem-solving regarding Quality Indicator coding and IRF-PAI completion.
- Work to improve process of QI coding and all other data collection specific to IRF-PAI.
- Ensure IRF-PAI data is entered and transmitted accurately.
- Ensure IRF-PAI data is transmitted to CMS/UDS within time frames specified for admission/discharge.
- Review, interpret and collect data on each patient in preparation for completion of the IRF-PAI.
- Collaborate with team on identification of potential comorbidities or accurate CMG/RIC categories.
- Ensure all discharged patient records contain the required elements.
- Complete chart audit to allow for timely UDS export and CMS transmission.
Qualifications
- License or Certification:
- Licensed or certified clinician in healthcare (RN, LPN, PT, PTA, OT, COTA, SLP, Recreational Therapist, Respiratory Therapist, case manager/social worker)
- QI Credentialed
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Obtain UDS IRF PPS Certification after 2 years in the PASC role and before the 3rd-year anniversary.
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Minimum Qualifications:
- Ability to perform assessments.
- 1 year of healthcare experience.
- Attend all EHC IRF-PAI trainings.
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Preferred: Experience in rehab or post-acute care, proficient teaching, and communication skills; Effective oral and written communication skills.
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Strong organizational and critical thinking abilities
- Detail-oriented and capable of meeting deadlines independently
- Commitment to maintaining high-quality standards in patient assessments.
The Encompass Health Way
We proudly set the standard in care by leading with empathy, doing what's right, focusing on the positive, and standing stronger together. Encompass Health is a trusted leader in post-acute care with over 150 nationwide locations and a team of 36,000 exceptional individuals and growing!
At Encompass Health, we celebrate and welcome diversity in our inclusive culture. We provide equal employment opportunities regardless of race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, national origin, color, creed, age, mental or physical disability, or any other protected classification.

Patient Assessment Standards Coordinator Career Opportunity
Join a Team That Puts Your Passion for Detail First
Are you searching for a fulfilling career as a Patient Assessment Standards Coordinator? Look no further; join our team for a journey where your work is a meaningful contribution to patient well-being. As a Patient Assessment Standards Coordinator, you are vital to ensuring the highest standards of patient care, as your role involves ensuring patient assessments are compliant with established standards. This is more than a profession; it's a career close to home and heart, where your dedication significantly impacts the lives of those in our care. If you're passionate about promoting excellence in patient assessments, join our dedicated team.
A Glimpse into Our World
At Encompass Health, you'll experience the difference the moment you become a part of our team. Working with us means aligning with a rapidly growing national inpatient rehabilitation leader. We take pride in the growth opportunities we offer and how our team unites for the greater good of our patients. Our achievements include being named one of the "World's Most Admired Companies" and receiving the Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For® Award, among other accolades, which is nothing short of amazing.
Starting Perks and Benefits
At Encompass Health, we are committed to creating a supportive, inclusive, and caring environment where you can thrive. From day one, you will have access to:
- Affordable medical, dental, and vision plans for both full-time and part-time employees and their families.
- Generous paid time off that accrues over time.
- Opportunities for tuition reimbursement and continuous education.
- Company-matching 401(k) and employee stock purchase plans.
- Flexible spending and health savings accounts.
- A vibrant community of individuals passionate about the work they do!
Be the Patient Assessment Standard Coordinator you always wanted to be
- Assure accurate data extraction from clinical documentation.
- Coordinate timely submission of data for Medicare patients.
- Educate and support staff on proper and accurate documentation.
- Act as the primary resource for problem-solving regarding Quality Indicator coding and IRF-PAI completion.
- Work to improve process of QI coding and all other data collection specific to IRF-PAI.
- Ensure IRF-PAI data is entered and transmitted accurately.
- Ensure IRF-PAI data is transmitted to CMS/UDS within time frames specified for admission/discharge.
- Review, interpret and collect data on each patient in preparation for completion of the IRF-PAI.
- Collaborate with team on identification of potential comorbidities or accurate CMG/RIC categories.
- Ensure all discharged patient records contain the required elements.
- Complete chart audit to allow for timely UDS export and CMS transmission.
Qualifications
- License or Certification:
- Licensed or certified clinician in healthcare (RN, LPN, PT, PTA, OT, COTA, SLP, Recreational Therapist, Respiratory Therapist, case manager/social worker)
- QI Credentialed
-
Obtain UDS IRF PPS Certification after 2 years in the PASC role and before the 3rd-year anniversary.
-
Minimum Qualifications:
- Ability to perform assessments.
- 1 year of healthcare experience.
- Attend all EHC IRF-PAI trainings.
-
Preferred: Experience in rehab or post-acute care, proficient teaching, and communication skills; Effective oral and written communication skills.
-
Strong organizational and critical thinking abilities
- Detail-oriented and capable of meeting deadlines independently
- Commitment to maintaining high-quality standards in patient assessments.
The Encompass Health Way
We proudly set the standard in care by leading with empathy, doing what's right, focusing on the positive, and standing stronger together. Encompass Health is a trusted leader in post-acute care with over 150 nationwide locations and a team of 36,000 exceptional individuals and growing!
At Encompass Health, we celebrate and welcome diversity in our inclusive culture. We provide equal employment opportunities regardless of race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, national origin, color, creed, age, mental or physical disability, or any other protected classification.
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Align Your Credentials to CMS Requirements
Encompass Health operates Joint Commission-accredited facilities under CMS oversight, so your credentials should reflect familiarity with those regulatory frameworks. Having documented experience with survey readiness or CMS Conditions of Participation strengthens your case significantly.
Target Regional COO Openings Strategically
Encompass Health fills COO roles at the facility level across dozens of inpatient rehabilitation hospitals nationwide. Applying to specific market openings, rather than a general headquarters search, puts you in front of hiring managers who control the sponsorship decision directly.
Clarify Sponsorship Early in Screening Calls
Encompass Health sponsors across multiple visa categories including TN, F-1 OPT, and employment-based Green Card pathways. Raise your sponsorship needs during the first recruiter conversation so the offer process accounts for the correct pathway from the start.
Prepare PERM Documentation Before the Offer Stage
If your pathway involves EB-2 or EB-3, PERM labor certification requires demonstrating no qualified U.S. worker was available. Gathering performance reviews, promotion records, and specialized healthcare operations credentials before an offer means the DOL process starts without delay.
Use Migrate Mate to Surface Active COO Openings
COO vacancies at Encompass Health cycle frequently across markets and are not always visible on general job boards. Use Migrate Mate to filter active Encompass Health COO roles by visa type so you only spend time on positions that match your sponsorship situation.
Leverage TN Status If You Hold Canadian or Mexican Citizenship
COO roles in healthcare administration can qualify under the Management Consultant or Engineer TN category depending on your degree and job duties. Confirm the role description maps to an eligible TN profession with your employer before requesting a TN support letter.
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Find COO at Encompass Health JobsFrequently Asked Questions
Does Encompass Health sponsor H-1B visas for COOs?
Encompass Health's sponsorship activity for COO-level roles skews toward employment-based Green Card pathways like EB-2 and EB-3, as well as TN and F-1 OPT. H-1B sponsorship for executive operations roles is less common given the annual lottery cap and the seniority of the position, but it is not categorically off the table. Confirm the specific pathway during your offer negotiation.
How do I apply for COO jobs at Encompass Health?
Applications go through Encompass Health's careers portal at encompasshealth.com, where facility-level COO roles are listed by market. Each posting is tied to a specific hospital or home health division. Migrate Mate also aggregates Encompass Health COO openings filtered by visa sponsorship eligibility, which is useful if you want to quickly identify which active roles align with your visa pathway before applying directly.
Which visa types does Encompass Health commonly use for COO roles?
For COO positions, Encompass Health has sponsored candidates through F-1 OPT, TN, J-1, and employment-based immigrant visa categories including EB-2 and EB-3. TN is the most straightforward path for Canadian and Mexican nationals with qualifying degrees. EB-2 and EB-3 sponsorship involves PERM labor certification filed with the DOL and is typically offered to candidates the company intends to retain long-term.
What qualifications does Encompass Health expect for COO candidates?
COO roles at Encompass Health typically require substantial healthcare operations leadership experience, often with direct oversight of inpatient clinical or post-acute service lines. Familiarity with Joint Commission accreditation standards, CMS regulatory compliance, and multi-site P&L management carries significant weight. A graduate degree in healthcare administration, business, or a clinical discipline is common, and it also strengthens employment-based visa petitions that require demonstrating a specialty occupation or advanced degree.
How do I time my visa sponsorship conversations during the Encompass Health hiring process?
Raise your sponsorship requirement with the recruiter during the first substantive screening call, not after an offer is extended. Encompass Health's facility-level COO searches involve regional HR teams who need time to route sponsorship approval internally. If your pathway requires PERM, the process can take 12 to 18 months from filing, so identifying the correct pathway before the offer letter is signed prevents costly restarts.
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