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Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Sarasota

$1.4K - $1.9K/wk

Overseeing treatments and care, conducting patient assessments, developing personalized care plans, and addressing patient concerns. * Establishing meaningful connections with patients by ...

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How much do patient outcomes jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 15, 2026, the average hourly pay for patient outcomes in the United States is $19.15, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.90 and $20.19 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Patient Outcomes vs Patient Care Coordinator?

AspectPatient OutcomesPatient Care Coordinator
Primary FocusMeasuring and improving health results of patientsManaging patient experience and coordinating care services
Required CredentialsClinical background, certifications in healthcare quality or outcomesHealthcare administration, patient communication skills
Work EnvironmentHospitals, clinics, research settingsMedical offices, hospitals, outpatient facilities
Employer & Industry UsageHealthcare providers, quality improvement teamsHospitals, clinics, insurance companies

While Patient Outcomes focus on evaluating and enhancing the health results of patients, Patient Care Coordinators concentrate on managing patient experiences and ensuring seamless care delivery. Both roles are essential in healthcare but serve different functions within the patient care continuum.

What are patient outcomes?

Patient outcomes refer to the results of medical care and treatment on a patient's health and well-being. These outcomes can include improvements in symptoms, quality of life, recovery time, or overall satisfaction with care. Measuring patient outcomes helps healthcare providers assess the effectiveness of treatments and make informed decisions to improve patient care. Outcomes can be both clinical, such as reduced infection rates, and patient-reported, such as pain relief or functional improvement.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a patient outcomes specialist, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Patient Outcomes Specialist, you need a strong background in healthcare data analysis, clinical research, and quality improvement, typically supported by a degree in nursing, public health, or a related field. Familiarity with data analytics tools (such as SAS, SPSS, or Tableau), electronic health records (EHRs), and regulatory standards like HEDIS is often required. Excellent communication, critical thinking, and collaboration skills help in translating data into actionable strategies across multidisciplinary teams. These competencies are vital to drive measurable improvements in patient care quality, safety, and overall health outcomes.

What are some typical challenges faced by professionals working in patient outcomes roles, and how can they be addressed?

Professionals in Patient Outcomes often encounter challenges such as collecting accurate data from diverse patient populations, integrating feedback into actionable improvements, and collaborating across clinical and administrative teams. To address these issues, it's important to develop strong communication skills, be proficient with data analysis tools, and stay current with best practices in patient care quality. Building effective relationships with healthcare providers and leveraging technology can significantly enhance your ability to make a positive impact on patient experience and clinical results.
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Infographic showing various Patient Outcomes job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 3% As Needed, 71% Full Time, 19% Part Time, and 7% Contract. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $39,824 per year, or $19.1 per hour.

Director of Patient Outcomes

ClearSky Health

Eau Claire, WI • On-site

Other

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement

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Job description

Director Of Patient Outcomes

Our hospital provides high-quality care that transforms the lives of those living with disabling injuries and illnesses. We distinguish ourselves through our commitment to excellence, to our patients, to our employees, and to the communities we serve.

We're proud to announce the Winter 2026 grand opening of ClearSky Rehabilitation Hospital of Eau Claire, WI!

As we prepare to open our doors, we're seeking a passionate and experienced Director of Patient Outcomes to join our founding leadership team. This is a unique opportunity to help shape clinical quality, performance improvement, and patient safety at a brand-new, state-of-the-art rehabilitation hospital.

If you're a dedicated clinician driven to improve patient outcomes and make a meaningful impact, you'll find a rewarding career with a growing healthcare organization committed to excellence in patient-centered care. We invite you to be a vital part of our journey from the very beginning.

What We Offer: Your Path to a Rewarding Career Starts Here!

  • Competitive Compensation
  • Comprehensive Benefits Package including Medical, Dental, Vision
  • 401k Matching
  • Student Loan Repayment and Tuition reimbursement
  • Professional Development Opportunities to include CEU Opportunities
  • Health and Wellness Programs
  • Career Advancement
  • Inclusive and Supportive Culture
  • Work Life Balance
  • Employee Recognition Program

Our Director of Patient Outcomes is responsible for directing the completion of the Inpatient Rehabilitation Facility Prospective Payment System (IRF PPS). Provides clinical support in completion of data contained in prospective payment system (PPS) and functional outcome measure (FOM) instruments for each patient to ensure accuracy in the scoring of functional status and reflection of the patient's care needs.

Job Duties include, but are not limited to:

  • Lead and direct the case management department as assigned, to include: management of staffing needs, and caseloads; education, direction, and mentorship of the Case Management Team, and reporting and assistance in the management of patient outcomes.
  • Reports and assists in management of patient outcomes. To include; attending Utilization Reviews and reports as necessary (including managing medical necessity denials), collecting data and monitors Quality Indicators and the Care Tools, maintains FOM credentialing and staff education as well as FOM functions, ensuring accuracy (rounds, education, certification, etc.), reviewing physician documentation for medical necessity and function changes and tracks Compliancy (CMS13) and assists in attainment of required documentation from clinical liaison's and physicians to support.
  • Attends Operations/Admissions meetings and reviews patients for tiers and compliance. As well as attending team conferences and assisting Health Information Management (HIM) with accuracy of coded tiers with queries.

Requirements for consideration:

  • Clinical licensure required (PT, OT, SLP or RN preferred). Other licensure/certification to be considered based on appropriate qualifications.
  • Two years of recent experience in acute care setting preferred
  • Must maintain acceptable driving record, current driver's license and insurability

    • We value our employee's skills, talents and input. We believe in maintaining hospital environments where employees are valued, treated with dignity, respected, provided educational and training opportunities recognized and rewarded. These values are included in our competitive and comprehensive compensation and benefits.

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