Admissions Coordinator - Selby Case Management - Salary (65708)

Job DetailsJob Location: Marietta, OH 45750Position Type: SalaryJob Shift: 8-Hour Day ShiftJob Category: NursingIn an environment of continuous quality improvement, the Admissions Coordinator is responsible for providing pre-admission assessment and marketing activities for Memorial Health System’s swing bed program.  Identifies patients who meet program admission criteria and facilitation of admissions to the program. This role requires travel to various locations where needed. Exhibits the MHS Standards of Excellence and exercises strict confidentiality at all times. Job Functions: Educate referral sources, family members, and external payers regarding appropriate utilization of swing bed services. Preadmission screening conducted in person or through review of the patient’s referring hospital medical records Facilitate admission of appropriate patients, including coordination with referring and admitting physicians, nurses, therapists, discharge planners, third party payers, and family members. Provide recommendations for appropriate care for potential patients who are denied admission to the unit. Coordinate pre-certification with third party payers. Develop relationships with referral sources. Participate in marketing activities. Prepare and submit activity reports. Attend all mandatory in-services within the time frame offered.  Participate in quality improvement teams. Maintain positive attitude and commitment to personal service with patients, visitors, and co-workers as demonstrated by routine helpfulness, initiative in assisting others and demonstrates respect, dignity, and caring.  Promote effective working relationships through mutual respect and honest with rehab team members.  Remain flexible and adapts to change in a professional manner.  Resolves conflict by using appropriate interpersonal skills. Assumes all other duties and responsibilities as necessary. QualificationsMinimum Education/Experience Required: Associate’s degree in Nursing required. Bachelor’s degree preferred. Current licensure in the State of Ohio as a Registered Nurse required. Previous care management or admission coordination experience preferred. Must have a valid driver’s license and remain insurable by hospital’s agent. Required to travel between various locations throughout the health system as assigned. Special Knowledge, Skills, Training: Ability to accept responsibility and account for his/her actions. Ability to communicate effectively both oral and written. Ability to take care of the customers’ needs while following hospital policies. Ability to work effectively with people regardless of their age, gender, race, ethnicity, religion, or job type. Ability to appreciate and be sensitive to the feelings of others. Ability to exhibit a cheerful demeanor toward others. Ability to get along well with a variety of personalities and individuals. Ability to show consideration for and maintain good relations with others. Compensation Details:  Education, experience, and tenure may be considered along with internal equity when job offers are extended. Benefits:  Memorial Health System is proud to offer an affordable, comprehensive benefit package to all full time and flex time employees.  To learn more about the many benefits we offer, please visit our website at www.mhsystem.org/benefits. Bonus Eligibility:  Available to qualifying full or flex time employees. Eligibility will be determined upon offer. Memorial Health System is an equal opportunity provider and employer. If you wish to file a Civil Rights program complaint of discrimination, complete the USDA Program Discrimination Complaint Form, found online at https://www.ocio.usda.gov/document/ad-3027, or at any USDA office, or call (866) 632-9992 to request the form. You may also write a letter containing all of the information requested in the form. Send your completed complaint form or letter to us by mail at U.S. Department of Agriculture, Office of the Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights, 1400 Independence Avenue, S.W., Stop 9410, Washington, D.C. 20250-9410, by fax (202) 690-7442 or email at program.intake@usda.gov. * Memorial Health System is a federal drug-free workplace.  This policy prohibits marijuana use by employees.