Director of Admissions

DIRECTOR OF ADMISSIONS

DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS: The Director of Admissions

has responsibility for all aspects of the admission process for

all patients admitted into Willow Point Nursing Facility. The

incumbent establishes an effective system to gather resident

information before and upon admission to assure proper placement

of the resident. This responsibility balances the needs of the

patient with the needs of the Nursing Home, ensuring maximum

utilization and financial reimbursement to the facility while

minimizing placement trauma to residents and families. Work is

performed under the general supervision of the Nursing Home

Administrator and Deputy Nursing Home Administrator for

Administrative Services with leeway allowed for the use of

independent judgment in carrying out the duties and

responsibilities of the position. Supervision is exercised over

admissions staff. Does related duties as required.

TYPICAL WORK ACTIVITIES:

Has responsibility for all aspects of admissions, ensuring maximum

utilization and financial reimbursement to the facility;

Manages admission staff and coordinates time-off requests;

Assesses the clinical, social and financial aspects of potential

residents;

Reviews the resident census to determine reimbursement by

Medicare, Medicaid, Veteran's Administration, Social Security

and private insurance;

Communicates on a continual basis with hospitals, CASA, and adult

care facilities regarding prospective admissions;

Maintains a current list of applicants;

Interviews and evaluates prospective clients explaining policies

and procedures;

Explains the facility’s admission agreement and all attachments,

including financial responsibilities, to potential and new

residents and/or representatives;

Establishes and maintains a good working relationship and positive

public relations with area hospitals, nursing homes, county

departments and the community;

Ensures that patient's rights are adhered to in the area of

admissions;

Implements and coordinates internal transfers for residents;

Interacts with discharge planners in an efficient and effective

manner, and reviews discharge care plans;

Keeps accurate records of resident information, and ensures that

information is kept confidential;

Communicates and maintains accurate facility census for all

facility departments;

Arranges for tours for prospective residents and/or family

members, as well as local agencies;

Participates in marketing the facility and maintaining the

budgeted census.DIRECTOR OF ADMISSIONS – Contd. 2

FULL PERFORMANCE KNOWLEDGES, SKILLS AND ACTIVITIES AND PERSONAL

CHARACTERISTICS;

Through knowledge of New York State Department of Health

regulations and federal, state and local laws pertaining to

long term care;

Thorough knowledge of the problems of a geriatric population and

their caregivers;

Good knowledge of the practices and procedures of social casework

and of the social factors related to disease and disability;

Skill in interviewing techniques;

Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing;

Sensitivity to the reactions of others;

Ability to handle confidential information with discretion;

Ability to prepare and maintain records and reports;

Ability to establish and maintain good working relationships with

County departments, hospitals, the community, patients and

families;

Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing;

Sensitivity to the reaction of others;

Compassion and empathy;

Tact.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

A) Possession of a Bachelor’s Degree in nursing, social work,

marketing, or closely related field and two years’ of experience

in a skilled nursing facility admissions; OR

B) Possession of an Associate’s Degree and four years’ of

experience in a skilled nursing facility admissions; OR

C) Graduation from high school or possession of an equivalency

diploma and six years’ of experience in a skilled nursing facility

admissions; OR

D) An equivalent combination of training and experience as defined

by the limits of A), B), and C) above.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $50,629.91 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

Salary : $50,630