Admissions Coordinator (PRN; Weekend)

About the role

The Admissions Coordinator plays a crucial role in ensuring seamless patient admissions and coordination within our healthcare facility. This position integrates the hospital's core values into daily operations.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates all aspects of patient admissions, directing and delegating tasks to ensure smooth operations.
• Completes admission paperwork, obtaining necessary signatures and reviewing information with patients and families.
• Inputs data into the patient accounting system and communicates referral and admission information to relevant personnel.
• Verifies patient insurance information, including benefits, coverages, limits, and billing details, and ensures timely submission to the Business Office.
• Maintains accurate referral logs, admission statuses, and patient listings for distribution to clinical liaisons, physicians, case managers, nursing, therapy, and other departments involved in patient care.
• Works with internal staff to ensure referrals and admissions are handled appropriately and beneficially for the patient.
• Maintains a safe environment for patients, visitors, and staff, assessing risks and implementing appropriate precautions.
• Complies with safety and infection control standards.
• Maintains regular attendance and completes required trainings as assigned.
• Performs other duties as needed to support the organization's effectiveness.

Requirements

• One (1) year experience in a Business Office or Admissions Office in a medical setting is required.
• A valid driver’s license and insurability are mandatory.
• Must maintain an acceptable driving record.

Qualifications

• General computer skills, including data entry, word processing, email, and records management.
• Critical thinking skills.
• Effective organizational and time management skills.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to prioritize tasks, meet deadlines, and handle complex assignments.
• Knowledge of safety and infection control standards.
• Ability to work independently and maintain confidentiality.
• Proficiency in close vision, manual dexterity, and hearing for overhead pages.