Position Code:1 Department: Admissions 5304

FLSA: Hourly Non-ExemptGenerally Reports to: Admissions Director/Administrator

The following statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed and are not intended to be a complete list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required.

SUMMARY

Supports the Admissions Department's activities in the pre-admission, admission, discharge, and follow-up processes.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Coordinates resident / patient referral and approval process.
• Conducts tours of facility with potential residents / patients and their family members.
• Tracks pre-admission referral activity daily / weekly.
• Assists the Admissions Manager with arrangements and confirmation of all admissions. Notifies Departments of anticipated admission.
• Assures contracts are completed on a timely basis.
• Ensures specialized equipment is ordered as indicated (reviews contract content for need to obtain prior approval from authorized payer).
• Ensures level of care approval obtained as indicated and / or OBRA screen (PASSAR, MIMR) is completed.
• Completes records and documentation in accordance with company policy and state and federal guidelines.

ENTRYQUALIFICATIONS

• Minimum high school diploma or equivalent required.
• One or more years experience in health care sales / marketing / insurance or commensurate educations preferred.
• Must be familiar with medical terminology.
• Proficient in the use of personal computer.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

N/A

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND ENVIRONMENT

Working in normal office environment, employee may be required to sit, bend, stoop, use keyboard, see, talk and hear. May occasionally lift medium to heavy objects including assisting with the movement of Residents. In compliance with applicable law, reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS

Participates in (or conducts) company-sponsored training to safeguard against improper use and disclosure of resident's protected health information. Monitors and ensures compliance with company policies, procedures and state and federal law. By his / her signature below, employee agrees to adhere to and oversee communication of privacy guidelines relative to

the confidentiality of residents' protected health information.