Admissions Coordinator - Full Time - Days

Department: ADMINISTRATION

Job Summary

The Admissions Coordinator provides a point of entry and is responsible for coordinating all admissions into the sub-acute unit of the MVHS RNC. In collaboration with the interdisciplinary team, plans, implements and evaluates patients for admission. Serves as a liaison between the RNC and the Wynn hospital, as well as other area facilities.

Core Job Responsibilities

Liaises with hospital staff to obtain referrals or leads on potential admissions for sub-acute care. Reviews all referrals for sub-acute care. Coordinates admissions reviews and processes with nursing, pharmacy, insurance/payor or finance to ensure a smooth transition from acute care into the facility.
Ensuring admissions processes and insurance/finance arrangements and documentation are accurate, complete and in place.
Relays any special information or instructions from the hospital to the RNC to ensure a smooth transition of services upon arrival.
Keeps current on census within the Sub-Acute unit.
Participates in patient/family meetings.
Participates in discharge planning processes as needed.
Maintains collaborative relationships with MVHS departments and staff as well as other health-related facilities. Promotes a positive image of the facility in all interactions. May give tours of the facility to families or members of the local community.
Treats patients/residents and their families with respect and dignity. Respects and protects residents’ rights.
Keeps supervisor informed of any concerns or problems.
Performs related duties as directed.

Education/Experience Requirements

REQUIRED:

Bachelor’s degree in Human Services, Social Work, Psychology or similar field, or equivalent work experience.
One year experience in a hospital or nursing home.
Organized, detail oriented and able to multitask.
Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills.
Proficient with MS Office and able to learn new software (EMR).
Ability to travel to other facilities within the area.

PREFERRED:

Experience in a long term care environment.
Familiarity with EHR/EMR software.

Licensure/Certification Requirements

Disclaimer

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their age, race, religion, national origin, ethnicity, age, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, et al), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, protected veteran status, or disability.
Successful candidates might be required to undergo a background verification with an external vendor.

Job Details

Req Id 93550
Department ADMINISTRATION
Shift Days
Shift Hours Worked 8.00
FTE 1
Work Schedule HRLY NON-UNION-8 HR
Employee Status A1 - Full-Time
Union Non-Union
Pay Range $23.00 - $35.00