Admissions CoordinatorEverett, Washington

We are seeking an Admissions Coordinator to join our acute rehabilitation team at Providence Regional Medical Center- Acute Rehab Unit!

Summary:

Coordinates and plans the daily operation for all pre-admission activities.  Coordinates admission with other departments by collecting and distributing the appropriate information.  Identifies information needed from the referring hospital to finalize the admission.

Essential Functions:

• Coordinates the patient admission functions in keeping with the mission and vision of the hospital.
• Completes insurance verification and patient authorizations
• Collaborates with the Clinical Liaisons and Program Secretary.
• Develops the necessary admission and patient day forecast for the institution in conjunction with the healthcare team.
• Develops appropriate analysis, using established reporting mechanisms and provides data and statistics as required, within the established time frames.
• Works with department managers in the establishment of services and programs in keeping with institutional objectives and the ongoing evaluations of program effectiveness
• Maintains a close working relationship with Medical Staff, interdisciplinary health team, and with external professional groups and agencies.
• Explains the pre-admission and admission policy to families and referral sources as necessary.

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in clinical area preferred.

Licenses/Certification:

• Clinical licensure preferred.

Experience:

• Three years’ healthcare experience.