Admissions Coordinator - Weekends

Admissions Coordinator - Weekends

Status: Part Time

Shift: Saturday & Sunday, 8:30 AM-5:00 PM

Wage: $24.50 - $35.00 hourly DOE

Location: Avamere Rehabilitation of Shoreline - 1250 NE 145th St, Shoreline, WA 98155

Apply at Teamavamere.com

Essential Duties and Job Responsibilities


* Establish and maintain relationships with hospitals, discharge planners, and other referral sources to generate a consistent stream of referrals.


* Responsible for admissions process, including initial inquiries, screenings, documentation review, financial arrangements, and placement of new residents.


* Act as the primary point of contact for residents and families, providing information, answering questions, and addressing concerns during the admissions process.


* Ensure adherence to all applicable federal, state, and local regulations regarding admissions, billing, and resident care.


* Ensure compliance with HIPAA regulations and maintain confidentiality of resident information.


* Coordinate with insurance providers to verify coverage and obtain necessary authorizations.


* Maintain accurate records, generate reports on admissions activity, and analyze trends to identify areas for improvement.


* Understand and comply with insurance requirements, managed care programs, and other financial aspects of the admissions process.


* Effectively communicate necessary resident information to charge nurses, director of nursing, therapy, and/or administrator.


* Must be knowledgeable on federal and state laws regarding medical records.


* Review and audit admissions, discharges, , and other pertinent records on nursing units.


* Ensure that registries are properly maintained for admission and discharge of residents.


* Develop and maintain a good working rapport with inter-department personnel, as well as other departments within the facility to assure that medical records can be properly maintained and problem areas can be identified and corrected.

Requirements and Qualifications


* Experience with resident admissions and or marketing for a long-term care facility and or medical facility.


* Must be familiar with Electronic Medical Records and prefer experience with Point Click Care (PCC).


* Knowledge of CMS guidelines and Medicare, Medicaid and managed care coverage plans criteria.


* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.


* Strong organizational and multitasking abilities.


* Proficiency in using healthcare and office software platforms.


* The ability to work in a fast-paced, crisis-prone environment.


* Advocacy skills with a focus on resident-centered care.


* Prior experience in resident advocacy, medical records, medical billing, and collections.

At Avamere, we believe in taking care of our employees.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes:


* Health Insurance: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans.

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