Job Overview
Compensation
Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Range $19.25 - $24.75
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Employee assistance program
Training and development opportunities
Flexible work schedule
Job Description
This position is an integral role within our healthcare admissions team, centered on managing various critical operational tasks at the admissions center. The role encompasses processing admissions, operating the PBX communication system, handling mailroom duties, and processing Plans of Care. The individual in this position serves as an essential information resource, interacting with staff, patients, families, and external agencies to ensure a seamless admissions experience. This comprehensive role requires a high level of accuracy, customer service orientation, and confidentiality, in line with HIPAA guidelines.
The admissions specialist is responsible for obtaining and recording all necessary patient information accurately ... Show More
The admissions specialist is responsible for obtaining and recording all necessary patient information accurately ... Show More
Job Requirements
- high school diploma or equivalent
- able to lift 25 pounds
- endurance to perform tasks over long periods
- ability to perform essential functions without posing a direct threat in the workplace
- basic computer literacy
- attention to detail
- good communication skills
- ability to work independently and as part of a team
- knowledge of HIPAA guidelines
Job Qualifications
- high school diploma or equivalent
- experience with patient admissions or medical office operations preferred
- proficiency in computer data entry and electronic medical records systems
- excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- ability to handle confidential information with discretion
- strong organizational skills and attention to detail
- ability to provide excellent customer service
- understanding of HIPAA regulations
- ability to perform multi-tasking in a fast-paced environment
- basic knowledge of scheduling and receptionist duties
Job Duties
- process admissions for the center
- operate the PBX system
- perform mailroom duties
- process Plan of Care documentation
- obtain copies of insurance cards and personal identification
- record newly admitted patients in the computer accurately and promptly
- follow all pre-admit chart preparation procedures
- direct patients to complete all necessary paperwork and explain forms
- review paperwork for completeness
- provide facility and federal handouts to patients or caregivers
- update, distribute, and scan admissions papers as required
- explain and qualify patients for the Donor Sponsorship Program and enter data
- perform required opening and closing procedures daily
- maintain a high level of customer service and confidentiality following HIPAA guidelines
- assist departments with secretarial and receptionist duties
- process EMR Plan of Cares Not Mailed and Mailed reports daily
- place reminder calls to patients scheduled for services prior to admission
- collect co-payments as appropriate
- perform other responsibilities as required
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