Admissions Coordinator - PRN

Job Duties

• Coordinates admissions activity of all patients;
• Directs and delegates tasks and responsibilities;
• Completes admission paperwork including obtaining appropriate signatures and reviews information with patient and family;
• Inputs data into patient accounting system;
• Communicates referral and admission information to appropriate personnel;
• Verifies patient’s insurance information including benefits, coverages, limits, billing information, etc.
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• In accordance with policy, communicates this information accordingly and submits it into Business Office;
• Maintains current and accurate referral logs, admission statuses, and patient listings for distribution to all necessary personnel;
• Implements efficient processes to continually improve the flow of information to Clinical Liaisons, physicians, case managers, nursing, therapy and all departments involved in patient care;
• Works with internal staff, including Clinical Liaisons and physicians, to ensure referrals and admissions are handled appropriately and to the benefit of the patient;
• Provides an environment conducive to safety for patients, visitors, and staff;
• Affirms risks for safety and implements appropriate precautions;
• Complies with appropriate and approved safety and Infection Control standards;
• Maintains regular attendance in keeping with assigned work schedule;
• Performs other duties as assigned to support overall effectiveness of the organization.

Requirements

• One (1) year experience in Business Office or Admissions Office in a medical setting required;
• Must maintain acceptable driving record, current driver’s license, and insurability;
• Demonstrates general computer skills including data entry, word processing, email, and records management.

Physical Requirements

• A significant amount of sitting for prolonged periods of time;
• Lifting/exerting of up to 10 lbs.;
• Sufficient manual dexterity to operate equipment and computer keyboard;
• Close vision and the ability to adjust focus;
• Ability to hear overhead pages.