Admissions Coordinator (Full-time, Day Shift)

About the role

Plans, organizes, coordinates and evaluates the admissions process. Maintains responsibility for screening, evaluating, processing and coordinating all admissions to the department unit. Fosters relationships with referral agencies, hospitals and physicians, actively engaging in marketing activities.

Responsibilities

• Sets up preliminary Functional Independence Measure (FIM) scores (motor & cognitive), Case Mix Group (CMG), target Length of Stay (LOS) and expected reimbursement for Medicare patients.
• Works on activities of a diverse scope requiring minimal interpretation of policies and guidelines.
• Suggests the Rehabilitation Impairment Category (RIC), etiological diagnosis, secondary and related diagnosis, and any comorbidities present upon referral based on medical history, and reviews with Medical Director.
• Makes recommendations on new processes, tools and services.
• Supports and contributes to the development of new products, services or techniques.
• Ensures a viable discharge plan, expectation of significant practical improvement, established and realistic rehabilitation goals, and that the patient is medically stable/able to participate in an intensive rehabilitation program.
• Ensures prior authorization, verification of benefits and insurance coverage.
• Identifies payer expectations.
• Performs pre-admission screening, completes pre-admission screening forms and conducts onsite evaluations, as needed, on patients referred for acute inpatient rehabilitation.
• Solves escalated operational problems and technical issues.
• Prioritizes own weekly schedule and guides others in the completion of tasks within clearly defined schedules as set by leadership.
• Maintains current knowledge of regulatory and reimbursement criteria as related to patient admissions and program development.
• Affords assistance with orienting and providing on-the-job skills training to others.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Education and Work Experience: Associate’s/Technical Degree or equivalent combination of education/related experience: Required Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent combination of education/related experience: Preferred Five years' healthcare compliance experience: Preferred Preferred: Preferred Licenses/Certifications: Registered Nurse (RN) or licensed allied health professional (Physical Therapist, Occupational Therapist, Speech Pathologist, or Clinical Social Worker): Required Registered Nurse (RN) or Physical Therapist (PT) or Occupational Therapist (OT) or American Speech Language Hearing Association (ASHA) or Certificate of Clinical Competence in Speech-Language Pathology (CCC-SLP) or Speech-Language Pathology (SLP) or Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW): Required Facility Specific License/Certifications: Hospital Fire and Life Safety (HLFS): Required

Qualifications

• Education and Work Experience: Associate’s/Technical Degree or equivalent combination of education/related experience: Required Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent combination of education/related experience: Preferred Five years' healthcare compliance experience: Preferred Preferred: Preferred Licenses/Certifications: Registered Nurse (RN) or licensed allied health professional (Physical Therapist, Occupational Therapist, Speech Pathologist, or Clinical Social Worker): Required Registered Nurse (RN) or Physical Therapist (PT) or Occupational Therapist (OT) or American Speech Language Hearing Association (ASHA) or Certificate of Clinical Competence in Speech-Language Pathology (CCC-SLP) or Speech-Language Pathology (SLP) or Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW): Required Facility Specific License/Certifications: Hospital Fire and Life Safety (HLFS): Required

Skills

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong organizational and prioritization skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Knowledge of regulatory and reimbursement criteria.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Experience with electronic health records (EHR) systems.
• Ability to multitask and manage multiple priorities.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health and welfare benefits.
• Retirement savings plans.
• Flexible spending accounts.
• Employee assistance programs.
• Professional development opportunities.
• Work-life balance initiatives.
• Discounts on health and wellness services.
• Volunteer opportunities.
• Community involvement programs.
• Family-friendly policies.
• Parental leave.
• Childcare support.
• Flexible scheduling options.
• Telecommuting arrangements.
• Subsidized parking.
• On-site amenities.
• Employee discounts.
• Wellness programs.
• Continuing education credits.
• Seasonal events and activities.
• Annual performance reviews.
• Recognition and awards programs.
• Employee resource groups.
• Health and fitness resources.
• Workshops and seminars.
• Peer mentoring programs.
• Employee resource groups.
• Health and wellness resources.
• Workshops and seminars.
• Peer mentoring programs.
• Employee resource groups.
• Health and wellness resources.
• Workshops and seminars.
• Peer mentoring programs.
• Employee resource groups.
• Health and wellness resources.
• Workshops and seminars.
• Peer mentoring programs.
• Employee resource groups.
• Health and wellness resources.
• Workshops and seminars.
• Peer mentoring programs.
• Employee resource groups.
• Health and wellness resources.
• Workshops and seminars.
• Peer mentoring programs.
• Employee resource groups.
• Health and wellness resources.
• Workshops and seminars.
• Peer mentoring programs.
• Employee resource groups.
• Health and wellness resources.
• Workshops and seminars.
• Peer mentoring programs.
• Employee resource groups.
• Health and wellness resources.
• Workshops and seminars.
• Peer mentoring programs.
• Employee resource groups.
• Health and wellness resources.
• Workshops and seminars.
• Peer mentoring programs.
• Employee resource groups.
• Health and wellness resources.
• Workshops and seminars.
• Peer mentoring programs.
• Employee resource groups.
• Health and wellness resources.
• Workshops and seminars.
• Peer mentoring programs.
• Employee resource groups.
• Health and wellness resources.
• Workshops and seminars.
• Peer mentoring programs.
• Employee resource groups.
• Health and wellness resources.
• Workshops and seminars.
• Peer mentoring programs.
• Employee resource groups.
• Health and wellness resources.
• Workshops and seminars.
• Peer mentoring programs.
• Employee resource groups.
• Health and wellness resources.
• Workshops and seminars.
• Peer mentoring programs.
• Employee resource groups.
• Health and wellness resources.
• Workshops and seminars.
• Peer mentoring programs.
• Employee resource groups.
• Health and wellness resources.
• Workshops and seminars.
• Peer mentoring programs.
• Employee resource groups.
• Health and wellness resources.
• Workshops and seminars.
• Peer mentoring programs.
• Employee resource groups.
• Health and wellness resources.
• Workshops and seminars.
• Peer mentoring programs.
• Employee resource groups.
• Health and wellness resources.
• Workshops and seminars.
• Peer mentoring programs.
• Employee resource groups.
• Health and wellness resources.
• Workshops and seminars.
• Peer mentoring programs.
• Employee resource groups.
• Health and wellness resources.
• Workshops and seminars.
• Peer mentoring programs.
• Employee resource groups.
• Health and wellness resources.
• Workshops and seminars.
• Peer mentoring programs.
• Employee resource groups.
• Health and wellness resources.
• Workshops and seminars.
• Peer mentoring programs.
• Employee resource groups.
• Health and wellness resources.
• Workshops and seminars.
• Peer mentoring programs.
• Employee resource groups.
• Health and wellness resources.
• Workshops and seminars.
• Peer mentoring programs.
• Employee resource groups.
• Health and wellness resources.
• Workshops and seminars.
• Peer mentoring programs.
• Employee resource groups.
• Health and wellness resources.
• Workshops and seminars.
• Peer mentoring programs.
• Employee resource groups.
• Health and wellness resources.
• Workshops and seminars.
• Peer mentoring programs.
• Employee resource groups.
• Health and wellness resources.
• Workshops and seminars.
• Peer mentoring programs.
• Employee resource groups.
• Health and wellness resources.
• Workshops and seminars.
• Peer mentoring programs.
• Employee resource groups.
• Health and wellness resources.
• Workshops and seminars.
• Peer mentoring programs.
• Employee resource groups.
• Health and wellness resources.
• Workshops and seminars.
• Peer mentoring programs.
• Employee resource groups.
• Health and wellness resources.
• Workshops and seminars.
• Peer mentoring programs.
• Employee resource groups.
• Health and wellness resources.
• Workshops and seminars.
• Peer mentoring programs.
• Employee resource groups.
• Health and wellness resources.
• Workshops and seminars.
• Peer mentoring programs.
• Employee resource groups.
• Health and wellness resources.
• Workshops and seminars.
• Peer mentoring programs.
• Employee resource groups.
• Health and wellness resources.
• Workshops and seminars.
• Peer mentoring programs.
• Employee resource groups.
• Health and wellness resources.
• Workshops and seminars.
• Peer mentoring programs.
• Employee resource groups.
• Health and wellness resources.
• Workshops and seminars.
• Peer mentoring programs.
• Employee resource groups.
• Health and wellness resources.
• Workshops and seminars.
• Peer mentoring programs.
• Employee resource groups.
• Health and wellness resources.
• Workshops and seminars.
• Peer mentoring programs.
• Employee resource groups.
• Health and wellness resources.
• Workshops and seminars.
• Peer mentoring programs.
• Employee resource groups.
• Health and wellness resources.
• Workshops and seminars.
• Peer mentoring programs.
• Employee resource groups.
• Health and wellness resources.
• Workshops and seminars.
• Peer mentoring programs.
• Employee resource groups.
• Health and wellness resources.
• Workshops and seminars.
• Peer mentoring programs.
• Employee resource groups.
• Health and wellness resources.
• Workshops and seminars.
• Peer mentoring programs.
• Employee resource groups.
• Health and wellness resources.
• Workshops and seminars.
• Peer mentoring programs.
• Employee resource groups.
• Health and wellness resources.
• Workshops and seminars.
• Peer mentoring programs.
• Employee resource groups.
• Health and wellness resources.
• Workshops and seminars.
• Peer mentoring programs.
• Employee resource groups.
• Health and wellness resources.
• Workshops and seminars.
• Peer mentoring programs.
• Employee resource groups.
• Health and wellness resources.
• Workshops and seminars.
• Peer mentoring programs.
• Employee resource groups.
• Health and wellness resources.
• Workshops and seminars.
• Peer mentoring programs.
• Employee resource groups.
• Health and wellness resources.
• Workshops and seminars.
• Peer mentoring programs.
• Employee resource groups.
• Health and wellness resources.
• Workshops and seminars.
• Peer mentoring programs.
• Employee resource groups.
• Health and wellness resources.
• Workshops and seminars.
• Peer mentoring programs.
• Employee resource groups.
• Health and wellness resources.
• Workshops and seminars.
• Peer mentoring programs.
• Employee resource groups.
• Health and wellness resources.
• Workshops and seminars.
• Peer mentoring programs.
• Employee resource groups.
• Health and wellness resources.
• Workshops and seminars.
• Peer mentoring programs.
• Employee resource groups.
• Health and wellness resources.
• Workshops and seminars.
• Peer mentoring programs.
• Employee resource groups.
• Health and wellness resources.
• Workshops and seminars.