What are the responsibilities and job description for the Admissions Coordinator position at Compassion Behavioral Health?
Compassion Behavioral Health is searching for the most qualified, empathic, compassionate, energetic and passionate professionals in the industry to join our team. We are currently beginning the talent search and vetting process for the Admissions Coordinator position. CBH is a Drug Free Workplace and an Equal Opportunity Employer.
CBH is seeking an Admissions Coordinator who will be responsible for working directly with prospective patients and families on inquiry/intake calls, and coordinates patient screenings and admissions. He/she provides pertinent information to utilization reviewers.
- Answers inquiry calls efficiently and courteously
- Answers any questions callers may have relating to the facility and the admissions process.
- Coordinates and schedules prospective patient screenings
- Coordinates and processes all admissions to the facility
- Responsible for obtaining demographic and financial information during inquiry calls
- Forwards financial coverage information to billing unit, verifying insurance information as necessary
- Maintains the Inquiry Call Disposition Log and follows up accordingly
- Ensures the clinical and financial screening criteria have been met prior to admission
- Able to recognize and assist in crisis situations and provide interventions based on training and experience
- Provides community awareness education and in services on behalf of facility as assigned
- Exceptional customer service skills
Qualifications:
- Minimum of 1 years experience in mental health/behavioral health field is required
- High School Diploma or equivalent
- Drug screen and background screening required for employment
- The ability to type 65 WPM required
- Competent computer skills are required including MS Office
- KIPU knowledge a plus!!
Salary : $20 - $23
