What are the responsibilities and job description for the Admissions Coordinator position at Pioneer Health Care Management Inc?
Position Summary:
The Admission Coordinator manages the facility census by developing relationships and maintaining positive relationships with Hospitals, physicians, insurers and community groups.
Responsibilities:
Monitors for, evaluates and responds to referrals for resident placement in collaboration with liaisons, Administrator and DON.
Effectively manage occupancy levels in accordance with your budget
Act as a liaison between the facility and the community
Responds to injury calls from hospital discharge planners, families and all other referral sources.
Manage the admission process by maintaining updated bed availability and facility services information at all times.
Assures that any DME needs are addressed prior to resident’s arrival
Communicates admission information to IDT members
Initiates the patient/resident medical record.
Upload all necessary admission document into the medical record
Reviews admission contract and required notices with residents, answers questions and obtains signatures within required timeframes.
Assures that the patient/resident’s accommodations are ready prior to anticipated time of arrival.
Verifies all insurance coverage prior to admissions.
Conduct facilities tour for potential guests and families
Complete daily and weekly reports and audits.
Maintain confidentiality standards with all patient information and medical records
Notifies the billing office of all discharges and provides a face sheet and documentation required to support billing.
Other duties as requested and assigned.
Minimum Qualifications:
High school diploma or GED required. Associates or Bachelor’s Degree in Business or related field preferred
1 year experience in a long-term care setting in admissions, utilization review and/or accounts receivable strongly preferred
Computer skills at the level to accomplish job requirements.
Strong organizational skills
Ability to relate professionally to all customers
Must be able to work independently, self-motivated and goal oriented.
Ability to effectively communicate both orally and written form.
Must be proficient in MatrixCare
