Summary

Coordinate the admissions process, including communicating with referring facilities, scheduling admissions, obtaining insurance verification/authorization as indicated by Spaulding Rehabilitation entity. In accordance with Spaulding Rehabilitation policy assign patients to teams, physicians, nursing units and/or beds. Create and maintain various admissions-related statistical reports.Make admissions decisions.Oversee and perform all necessary functions related to the admissions area.

*Clinical information is reviewed to make admissions decisions, collaborating as needed with physicians, family members, case managers to uphold standards for admission.

*Coordination is provided between referral source and facility to ensure timely and smooth referral process.

*Referral information is maintained, updated, and provided to inpatient unit per established standards.

*Patient electronic information is managed via 4next and the entity referral systems per established guidelines.

*Demographic and insurance information is verified, and insurance signatures are obtained in accordance with established standards.

*Patients are assigned to physicians, nursing units and/or beds to achieve patient and organizational goals.

*Daily assignment of clinical updates is coordinated with liaison representatives covering their respective facilities.

*Conversion data and other related reports are prepared to meet established goals.

*Facility tours are provided to accurately and comprehensively represent organizational services.

*Input is provided in technology initiatives to enhance the admissions process and achieve department goals.

*Additional department, organization, or network activities are completed per established objectives.

Spaulding Rehabilitation Organizational Values of Innovation, Collaboration, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence are upheld.

Qualifications and Experience

Education/Degree

Required

*Associate's Degree in a related discipline or relevant experience required.

Preferred

*Minimum 3 years related work experience required, preferably in hospital Admissions.

Experience

Preferred

*Relevant clinical background preferred.

*Experience with medical terminology and hospital ADT system preferred.

Skills (Specific learned activity gained through training (e.g. computer skills, keyboarding, presentation, CPR, ACLS, etc.)

Required

*Computer proficiency required.Microsoft office applications preferred with ability to learn new software.

*Effective verbal, electronic and written communications skills using the English language.

Preferred

*Knowledge of insurance and insurance processes preferred.

*Highly developed communications and interpersonal skills, working with diverse population.

*Work independently, be self-directed and contribute as a member of a team.

*Anticipates challenges and develops and implements strategies for addressing them.

*High level of service delivery. Demonstrate initiative with ability to prioritize work, meet deadlines and adapt to changing situations.

Attention to detail.