Admissions Coordinator

Full-time position with competitive wages and excellent benefit package.

DUTIES

• Under the direction of the Director of Admissions & Sales, the Admissions Coordinator facilitates the admissions activity of the facility in accordance with resident needs, government regulations and company policies so as to maintain quality care for the residents while achieving the facility's business objectives.

• Demonstrates responsibility for verbal or written inquiries for information regarding skilled nursing facility resident applications. Ensures appropriate personnel sends information regarding facility services to inquiries.

• Opens and reviews mail on a daily basis. Processes inquiries in registry book for placement on waiting list. Files applications and referrals according to date.

• Thoroughly reviews and processes applications at the time of consideration for placement:

• Conducts telephone interviews when pre-admission interview is not possible.

• Conducts a pre-admission interview with the prospective resident and responsible party, at the facility, or if necessary, as a home visit, with a member of the Social Service Department.

• Records a summary of the pre-admission interview, including observation of the Social Services Department.

QUALIFICATIONS

• 2-year degree and a minimum of 3 years practical working experience in an Admissions capacity or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

• Previous work experience in a long-term care setting.

• Possesses excellent technical assessment and documentation skills, and leadership qualities.

• Possesses good communication skills and is patient and self-disciplined.

• Must be able to communicate in English, both verbally and in writing, and possess sufficient communication skills to perform the tasks required.

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