Blythewood - Admissions Director

Company: PruittHealth
Location: Columbia
Posted on: January 12, 2021

Job Description:

DescriptionJOB PURPOSE: Coordinate theadmission/transfer/discharge of patients in accordance with federal, state andlocal regulations, established procedural guidelines and as directed by yoursupervisor.KEYRESPONSIBILITIES:1. Participate in the pre-admission andadmission process as well as arranging for transfer of patients to othercenters should the need arise.2. Obtain pertinent information frompatients and/or family members, referral sources, and appropriate socialagencies and verify financial information prior to admission. Completesadmission paperwork with family and patient.3. Verify that the patient room, etc. isready prior to admission.4. Sustain contact and provide supportto patient/families to include help in dealing with the family's feelings andfinancial responsibilities.5. Daily visits to new admissions toprovide a smooth admission transition.6. Orient the patient to the centerenvironment.7. Send follow-up thank you notes tofamilies within one week of admission.8. Meet frequently with other socialworkers and discharge planners within the community.9. Maintain up-to-date information aboutagencies to which referrals may be made.10.--Maintain active waiting list file.11.--Communicate admission information toother departments.12.--Complete understanding of admissionpacket and ability to explain to family/patient13.--Knowledge of long-term care admissionrequirements14.--Knowledge of advanced directives.15.--Knowledge and understanding of Medicare,Medicaid, Private Pay and Third Party reimbursement.QualificationsMINIMUM EDUCATION REQUIRED:A minimum of a high school diploma or its equivalent.MINIMUM EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:On-the-job training provided in admission guidelines. ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS: (Preferred qualifications)Customer service oriented. Should possess good marketing and communication skillsComputer skills preferred.Job: AdministrativePrimary Location: South Carolina-ColumbiaSchedule: Full-timeShift: 1st ShiftJob Posting: Dec 21, 2020, 12:47:59 PM

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