Admissions Assistant
About The Position
Review prospective admissions against approved admission criteria, policies and procedures. Efficient and accurate completion of the admission process of patients and the timely distribution of the paperwork necessary to notify staff of the arrival/transfer of each patient. Greet and search new patients and those transporting them upon arrival and answer questions. Complete paperwork necessary to admit patient to the assigned program and explain forms prior to patient signing, notify clinical lead of patient’s arrival and escort the patient and documentation to appropriate location within the facility. Ensure that all required patient information is received, processed and necessary appointments are made with the proper behavioral or medical health personnel. Responsible for clerical duties such as managing paperwork, handling data entry, engaging with insurance companies over claims and answering phones.
Responsibilities
- Review prospective admissions against approved admission criteria, policies and procedures.
- Efficient and accurate completion of the admission process of patients and the timely distribution of the paperwork necessary to notify staff of the arrival/transfer of each patient.
- Greet and search new patients and those transporting them upon arrival and answer questions.
- Complete paperwork necessary to admit patient to the assigned program and explain forms prior to patient signing
- Notify clinical lead of patient’s arrival and escort the patient and documentation to appropriate location within the facility.
- Ensure that all required patient information is received, processed and necessary appointments are made with the proper behavioral or medical health personnel.
- Responsible for clerical duties such as managing paperwork, handling data entry, engaging with insurance companies over claims and answering phones.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
