POSITION PURPOSE:
Coordinates activities related to admission of residents into the facility.
- Confers with appropriate medical and facility staff to coordinate and schedule admission of resident.
- Assigns accommodations for new admissions related to nursing care needs, resident and resident's families preference, availability of space, and other information. Enters bed assignment information.
- Prepares records of admission, transfer, and other required data.
- Notifies departments of resident's admission.
- Maintains accurate financial records where appropriate.
- Keeps records of admissions and discharges, and compiles occupancy census data.
- Interviews resident or resident's representative to obtain necessary personal and financial data to determine eligibility for admission.
- Determines work procedures, to maintain sales efforts that secure positive referral flow to the facility's objectives.
- Issues written and oral instructions.
- Initial liaison with resident and families on facility services and issues.
- Prepares composite reports on market assessments that assist with market evaluation plus strategic planning.
- Adjusts errors and complaints.
- Participates in departmental budget planning and supplies monthly report to Administrator.
- Perform additional duties as assigned
High school diploma or equivalent plus a minimum of two (2) years experience in admissions and/or business office in a healthcare setting; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
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