Admissions Coordinator Position Available In Palm Beach, Florida

Admissions Coordinator Phoenix Employee Solutions Llc – 2.8

Jupiter, FL Job Details Full-time Estimated:

$40.9K – $51.8K a year 1 day ago Qualifications CPR Certification Addiction counseling High school diploma or GED Bachelor’s degree Communication skills Entry level Full Job Description

POSITION

Admissions Coordinator/ Call Center

SUPERVISED BY

Director of Admissions/ Marketing Director

POSITION/INDIVIDUALS SUPERVISED

None

INTERRELATIONSHIPS

Maintains open communication with clinical and administrative staff. Liaises with clients, families and payors of health services.

POSITION PURPOSE

The Admissions Coordinator is responsible for assessing clients for potential admissions and facilitates discussions regarding financial obligations and criteria for admission with appropriate parties.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS/QUALIFICATIONS 1. EDUCATION

High school diploma or equivalent required. Bachelor’s degree preferred. 2.

EXPERIENCE

A minimum of 1 experience in coordinating patient admissions in a substance abuse or mental health treatment setting preferred. 3.

LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION

CPR certification required 4.

KNOWLEDGE AND TRAINING REQUIRED AT TIME OF HIRE

Demonstrates proficiency and understanding of level of care, in a treatment setting. Demonstrates understanding of criteria for admissions based on level of care. Demonstrates knowledge of insurance criteria for admission into all levels of care. Demonstrates proficiency in communication & written skills. Knowledge of State & Federal Statutes Regarding Patient Confidentiality and Patient Brokering laws. Knowledge of networking skills within the community. 5.

AGE SPECIFIC INDIVIDUALS SERVED/ RESPONSIBILITY

Adults 6.

SECURITY MEASURERS AND CLEARANCE

Local & Nationwide Background Clearance Required 7.

EMPLOYEE CLASSIFICATION

Non-Exempt

WORKPLACE ENVIRONMENT 1. ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS

Position requires work in a temperature controlled environment; 80%-90% of the time spent indoors. 2.

MACHINES/EQUIPMENT USED

Computer Calculator Fax Machine Copy Machine Telephone System 3.

PHYSICAL & MENTAL DEMANDS

PHYSICAL DEMANDS Physical Tasks 0-25% 26-50% 51-75% 76-100% Standing X Walking X Bending X Crouching X Carrying X Pushing X Pulling X Sitting X Reaching X Reading X Driving

X LIFTING/LOWERING

Light (1-20 lbs.) x Medium (21-50 lbs.) x Heavy (51+ lbs.)

X MENTAL DEMANDS

Psychological High Medium Low Mental Stress X Work with Others

X 4. JOB CATEGORY STANDARD PRECAUTIONS

Training provided to employee: Universal Precautions Training Crisis De-escalation Training 5.

PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT

None 6.

POTENTIAL WORKPLACE HAZARDS

Low-Trainings provided to minimize risk to employee: OSHA-Fire Safety OSHA-Electrical Safety Review of Company’s Safety Policy & Procedures 7.

POTENTIAL WORKPLACE VIOLENCE

Low -Trainings provided to minimize risk to employee: Crisis De-escalation Trainings Review of Company’s Safety Policy & Procedures

SPECIFIC AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY TO POSITION

Conducts PR-Admission Assessments and facilitates insurance verifications. Consults with Admissions Manager and/or Admissions Director for direction and input with any preadmission concerns and/or issues. Communicates financial obligations for treatment and assesses financial capability of interested parties. 4. Works to find financial solutions to facilitate admissions for interested parties. Meets with patient on admission to conduct face to face screening, when necessary, and reports to clinical team, ensuring that patient is appropriate for admission. Conducts initial assessment of patient problems and needs. Reports to clinical team in order to initiate treatment planning. Alerts clinical and other staff to any special problems or issues that may affect treatment. Takes phone calls of inquiry and effectively answers questions about the treatment program. Upon initial contact, provides information to patients and families in order to help them decide about treatment, prepare for admission, and know what they can expect to encounter. Completes admission process efficiently and accurately. Corresponds with marketers and referring organizations in regards to potential admissions. Works collaboratively with management team. Represents the program to referral sources, potential patients, and other outside individuals and agencies in a courteous, professional manner that reflects positively on the program and its staff. Answers telephones courteously and directs calls as requested. Arranges patient transportation, as needed, in a timely manner. Uses computer to type correspondence, reports and other items as requested, ensuring that typing is accurate. Accepts and utilizes supervision. Addresses problems noted by supervisor. Arranges tours for potential patients and their families. Alerts staff of impending admissions. Demonstrates good strategic and problem-solving skills. Ensures that documentation is timely, consistent, clear and accurate. Keeps records secure at all times. Communicates with supervisor and keeps supervisor informed of significant developments. Demonstrates willingness to accept responsibility. Participates in quality improvement activities and contribute to the welfare of the organization. Functions well as a team member and contributes positively to the morale of the department.

OTHER DUTIES

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of duties or responsibilities required for this position. Unity Behavioral Health reserves the right to change the duties and responsibilities of this position at their discretion, with or without advanced notice.