Admissions Coordinator

Summary of Duties: Responsible for business development for community business lines using independent judgment and discretion.
Direct admission process between potential residents, sponsors, physicians, other referral sources, and the facility staff to efficiently evaluate and admit residents.
Secure and process all admission agreements.
Essential Job Functions: 1.
Develop relationships with for community business referral sources.
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Screen/assess all appropriate referrals for admission and discusses potential for admission with the staff.
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Direct and process admissions, and verify payor source.
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Coordinate admissions with necessary staff to ensure a smooth flow of information and activity.
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Serve as initial point-of-contact for community-based referrals/inquires, alongside the Hospitality Coordinator.
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Secure and process admission agreements.
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Handle referrals, tours, and telephone inquires.
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Ensure an adequate supply of marketing material is maintained.
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Work with Business Office to ensure accurate compilation of daily occupancy reports, posting of data on occupancy board and maintenance of an exact census count by payor source.
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Maintain an accurate record of available beds.
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Conduct rounds and provide information to appropriate staff to ensure room readiness and maintain facility aesthetics.
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Review admission agreements for completion and accuracy.
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Obtain authorization from third party payors as needed.
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Assume additional responsibilities and special projects as assigned or needed.
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Monitor sales/marketing performance against established goals and recommend future plans and programs and/or changes in it to the Executive Director.
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Monitor completion of all sales/marketing tracking systems and reports required by Executive Director and Home Office.
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Develop all community employees as representatives of the community, reinforcing their roles in sales/marketing functions and ambassadors of the community.
Education: Bachelors in Business Administration or closely related field preferred.
Equivalent in professional accreditation and/or career experience may be considered.
Experience Minimum of one (1) year experience in admission process.
Understanding of payor sources and criteria for long term care admissions required.
Long term care/skilled nursing admissions experience preferred.