Admissions Coordinator PT (Healthcare)

Why work for us?
• Competitive Hourly Wage, based on experience
• Paid Time Off Plan
• Work Alongside Industry Experts That Take Pride in Their Work
• Supportive Management Team That Put Employees First
• Warm and Friendly Work Environment
Schedule will require every other weekend

JOB SUMMARY:  This is a Part-time position responsible for marketing the Health Center and maintaining Health Center occupancy.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

Comply with all applicable rules, policies, standards and guidelines related to employment with Westminster Services and its communities.

• Coordinate all admissions (Medicare and other direct admissions) with transfers from hospital or home to the facility.
• Tour the facility with prospective residents/family members. Assist with referrals as needed.
• Assist in the evaluation of all potential residents to ensure appropriate placement.
• Ensure proper federal, state, and facility mandated documentation is completed. Ensure all necessary Medicare and/or insurance information is available and confirmed prior to admission.
• Review admission packets for accuracy and approval. Enter new resident information into Electronic Charting System.
• Educate residents and families about the extent of Medicare and Medicaid coverage, including length of stay, amount of coverage, and co-insurance days.
• Inspect rooms for cleanliness prior to the actual admission.
• Develop and maintain relations with physicians and hospitals on an ongoing basis, including for example: providing them with Medicare updates and changes in facility procedures.
• Ensure that the budgeted census does not decrease below the established minimum.
• Periodically assess services provided by the facility; compare these to the needs of the community.
• Assess how the current services compare and contrast to those offered by other comparable facilities in the area.
• Identify services, treatments, and funding options in the Health Center.
• Develop and maintain relationships with discharge planners, physicians, and managed care organizations. Communicate with discharge planners to facilitate transfers to the Health Center. Coordinate transfers to the facility from home or other post acute facilities. Communicate bed availability to all interested parties.
• Communicate to entire team the goals, outcomes, payer authorization, and expected length of stay for the resident.
• Data collection and reporting as required (daily census).
• Determine resident satisfaction and compliance with services provided.
• Attend educational seminars to remain informed of changes in Medicare, Medicaid, MCO, and long term care regulations.
• Coordinate with Social Services on resident level of care transitions, pay status, bed holds, and discharges.
• Other duties as designated by supervisor.

ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS:

Education and Experience: Bachelor's degree in health related field or Registered Nurse (R.N.) with at least two years experience.

Experience and Basic Knowledge:  One year required in long term care, including working knowledge of Medicare, Medicaid, and managed care protocols. One year in post acute rehabilitation. Knowledge of required admission documentation and process.

Physical and Environmental Requirements:

The physical activities of this position involve:

 Precise eye-hand coordination and finger dexterity. Auditory and visual acuity, with or without the use of augmentative devices. Sufficient mobility and strength to move independently. Must be able to cope with the mental and emotional stress of position

An individual in this position will be exposed to: Inside/outside environmental conditions Bloodborne pathogens (low risk) Physical hazards, Respiratory pathogens.

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