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Long Term and Post-Acute Care APP

Carmel, IN ยท On-site

$110K - $130K/yr

MedCap Health is seeking a full-time, part-time, flexible schedule Long Term and Post-Acute Care APP to help reshape the future of post-acute care. Are you a compassionate and skilled APP/NP/PA ...

Long Term and Post-Acute Care APP

Carmel, IN ยท On-site

$110K - $130K/yr

MedCap Health is seeking a full-time, part-time, flexible schedule Long Term and Post-Acute Care APP to help reshape the future of post-acute care. Are you a compassionate and skilled APP/NP/PA ...

Long Term and Post-Acute Care APP

Detroit, MI ยท On-site

$110K - $130K/yr

MedCap Health is seeking a full-time, part-time, flexible schedule Long Term and Post-Acute Care APP to help reshape the future of post-acute care. Are you a compassionate and skilled APP/NP/PA ...

MedCap Health is seeking a full-time LongTerm and Post-Acute Care APP to help reshape the future of post-acute care. Are you a compassionate and skilled APP/NP/PA looking for a role that offers ...

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How much do post acute jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 13, 2026, the average hourly pay for post acute in the United States is $47.88, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $45.43 and $54.33 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a post acute care job?

Post acute care jobs refer to healthcare positions that provide medical and supportive care to patients recovering after hospitalization, surgery, or serious illness. These roles can be found in settings like skilled nursing facilities, rehabilitation centers, home health, and long-term acute care hospitals. Professionals in post acute care help patients transition from hospital to home or another facility, focusing on recovery, rehabilitation, and preventing readmission. Common roles include nurses, physical therapists, occupational therapists, and social workers. The goal is to help patients regain independence and improve their quality of life.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in a post-acute care role?

To thrive in a post-acute care role, you need a foundation in clinical care, care coordination, and knowledge of recovery and rehabilitation processes, often supported by a relevant healthcare degree and licensure (such as RN, LPN, or PT). Familiarity with electronic health records (EHRs), case management software, and regulatory compliance systems is crucial. Strong communication, empathy, and organizational skills help professionals effectively support patients transitioning from hospital to home or other care facilities. These skills and qualities are vital for ensuring safe, seamless recoveries and reducing hospital readmissions.

What are some common challenges faced by healthcare professionals working in post-acute care settings?

Healthcare professionals in post-acute care often encounter challenges such as coordinating transitions from acute care hospitals, managing complex patient needs, and addressing gaps in communication between multidisciplinary teams. Additionally, they must stay informed about regulatory requirements and documentation standards, as post-acute care is highly regulated. Effective collaboration with physicians, therapists, social workers, and family members is essential to ensure continuity of care and positive patient outcomes.

What is the difference between Post Acute vs Physical Therapist?

AspectPost AcutePhysical Therapist
CredentialsVaries; may include certifications in nursing, therapy, or rehabilitationDoctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) required, licensure needed
Work EnvironmentRehabilitation centers, nursing homes, hospitals, home healthClinics, hospitals, outpatient centers, rehab facilities
Employer & Industry UsageHealthcare, rehabilitation, post-acute care providersHealthcare, rehabilitation, outpatient therapy services

Post Acute roles encompass a broad range of healthcare providers involved in patient recovery after hospitalization, including physical therapists. Physical therapists specifically focus on restoring movement and function through therapy. While both work in similar environments and require related credentials, Post Acute roles may include various healthcare professionals, whereas Physical Therapists specialize in physical rehabilitation.

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Infographic showing various Post Acute job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 81% Full Time, 14% Part Time, and 4% Contract. Highlights an 92% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 6% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $99,582 per year, or $47.9 per hour.

Post Acute Transitions Specialist

Franklin, NC โ€ข On-site

CarePartners
Health Care and Social Assistanceย โ€ขย 51 - 200 employees

Other

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

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Key responsibilities

  • Coordinate between internal and external referral sources and CarePartners Post-Acute Service Lines to facilitate patient placement.

  • Establish relationships, provide education, and promote collaboration with hospitals, skilled nursing facilities, assisted living facilities, care managers, physicians, payors, and community referral sources.

  • Ensure appropriate patient placement through screenings and assessments in collaboration with care teams and providers.


Job description

Do you want to join an organization that invests in you as a Post Acute Transitions Specialist? At CarePartners, you come first. HCA Healthcare has committed up to $300 million in programs to support our incredible team members over the course of three years.

This position will be in Asheville, NC. It will contain driving to visit physician offices and skilled nursing facility's along with market post acute services. 

Job Summary and Qualifications

This position acts as a coordinator between internal and external referral sources and CarePartners Post-Acute Service Lines. The Post-Acute Transitions Specialist is responsible for establishing relationships, providing education, and promoting collaboration with hospitals, skilled nursing facilities, assisted living facilities, ambulatory and inpatient care managers, physicians, payors, MHP CIN, and other community referral source. The Post-Acute Transitions Specialist will ensure appropriate patient placement through screenings and assessments in collaboration with SNF Discharge Planners & Inter- Disciplinary Teams, Ambulatory Care Managers, MHP Care Managers, BPCI Transitions Care Coordinator, practice referral coordinators, physicians, and CarePartners PostAcute service line team members. 

The Post-Acute Transitions Specialist works closely with Post-Acute providers, SNFโ€™s, and physician practices in the clinically integrated network (CIN), hospital care managers, Mission Palliative Care team, etc. to ensure a responsive and smooth flowing referral and admission process for CarePartners Post-Acute programs. They will collaborate with health system and community colleagues to insure quality driven, best practice across the continuum by utilizing essential activities of care management in direct patient contact. They will maximize positive financial outcomes for designated patient populations, intervening at key points in the disease process by facilitating appropriate Post-Acute placement, participating in Goals of Care/Advanced Care Planning dialogue and effective transitions to prevent readmissions, and lower total cost of care thru the appropriate utilization of PostAcute services. 

  • Required Education: Bachelor of Science in Nursing; Degree in Physical, Occupational, or Speech Therapy; Social Work; Psychology; Business; Health Sciences or related field. 
  • Preferred Education: Masterโ€™s in Nursing or Masterโ€™s degree in related field. 
  • Required License/ Certifications: If RN, must have and maintain current licensure as registered nurse with the North Carolina Board of Nursing. eNLC (Enhanced Nurse Licensure Compact) license may apply, licensee should confirm with NCBON. If applicable, acquires and maintains National Nursing Certification in Case Management (ACM or CCM, or ANA approved certification). If applicable, license in therapy discipline. 
  • Preferred License/ Certifications: None. 
  • Required Experience: Minimum of two years recent experience in health related field. 
  • Preferred Experience: Eight years recent clinical experience in relevant practice area. 

 Benefits

CarePartners, offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include:

  • Comprehensive benefits for medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, behavioral health and telemedicine services
  • Wellbeing support, including free counseling and referral services
  • Time away from work programs for paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence
  • Savings and retirement resources, including a 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, flexible spending accounts, preferred banking partnerships, retirement readiness tools, rollover support and financial wellbeing counseling
  • Education support through tuition assistance, student loan assistance, certification support, dependent scholarships and a partnership with Galen College of Nursing
  • Additional benefits for fertility and family building, adoption assistance, life insurance, supplemental health protection plans, auto and home insurance, legal counseling, identity theft protection and consumer discounts

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Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.

CarePartners Health Services, a member of Mission Health, an operating division of HCA Healthcare, is a healthcare organization serving western North Carolina and offering a full continuum of post-acute care. Located in Asheville, North Carolina, itโ€™s services include a Rehabilitation Hospital, Home Health, Outpatient Rehabilitation, Hospice, Palliative Care, Private Duty, PACE (Program of All-inclusive Care for the Elderly) and Orthotics & Prosthetics. With more than 1,200 colleagues and 400 volunteers, CarePartners Health Services is dedicated to helping people of western North Carolina live full and productive lives, despite illness, injury, disability or issues related to aging. 

HCA Healthcare has been recognized as one of the Worldโ€™s Most Ethical Companiesยฎ by the Ethisphere Institute more than ten times. In recent years, HCA Healthcare spent an estimated $3.7 billion in cost for the delivery of charitable care, uninsured discounts, and other uncompensated expenses.


"Good people beget good people."- Dr. Thomas Frist, Sr.
HCA Healthcare Co-Founder

We are a family 270,000 dedicated professionals! Our Talent Acquisition team is reviewing applications for our Post Acute Transitions Specialist opening. Qualified candidates will be contacted for interviews. Submit your resume today to join our community of caring!

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