FT - Monday through Friday, 3p-11:30pm
The Assistant Director of Admissions will be responsible for daily operations of patient intake and/or admissions, which may include scheduling, financial counseling and insurance verification.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
· For assigned shift will plan, assign, supervise, perform required duties to ensure patient safety and the efficiency of the department.
· Prioritization of potential admissions, considering patient needs and the facility’s capability and capacity to meet that need in the most appropriate and manner.
· Knowledge of milieu management.
· Knowledge of appropriate clinical assessment, diagnoses, and interventions with patients.
· Coordination with the business office to ensure that timely and accurate financial counseling of patients occurs when appropriate.
· Provide guidance and direction to staff and encourage/build mutual trust, respect and cooperation among team members.
· Ensure that EMTALA log, if applicable, is completed for each patient seen by admissions.
· Participate in staff training by serving as a preceptor for new admission team employees.
· Report shift challenges promptly to AOC, Admissions Manager or Admissions Director.
· Demonstrate a positive, empathetic and professional attitude towards customers always. When patient needs are not met, acknowledge and work to resolve complaints. Recognize that patient safety is a top priority.
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/SKILL REQUIREMENTS:
· Bachelor’s degree in a social service field is required.
· Master’s degree in a social services field (psychology, counseling, social work, sociology, health administration, nursing) or RN preferred.
· In some states, may also be a registered nurse, in which case, an associate's or bachelor's degree in nursing is required.
· Two or more years’ experience in a healthcare admissions role required.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $32.00 - $34.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
Work Location: In person