Admissions Coordinator Patient Access – Welcome Center Inpatient unit
About The Position
The Admissions Coordinator conducts interviews and assessments for potential admissions, providing admissions and intake services to patients and potential patients. This role responds to telephone inquiries, admits patients to the hospital, and registers outpatients. The coordinator documents calls and admission information, identifies insurance details, and collaborates with the UR Department. They also review patient paperwork for adherence to hospital and regulatory policies, maintain records for monthly quality data submission, and support the clinical team as backup for group therapy or crisis intervention.
Requirements
- Master Degree in a mental health related field required.
- Two years related experience in behavioral health, particularly inpatient, required (internship experiences applicable).
- Experience in completing assessments in an emergency department or other acute setting desirable.
Nice To Haves
- Connecticut licensure in LCSW, LMFT, LPC, LADC, or Psychologist preferred.
Responsibilities
- Conducts interviews and assessments for potential admissions.
- Provides admissions and intake services to patients and potential patients.
- Responds to telephone inquiries from people seeking mental health care or information about mental health-related services.
- Admits patients to the hospital and registers outpatients with appropriate physician orders.
- Documents calls and related admission information.
- Identifies insurance information and collaborates exchange of information with UR Department.
- Reviews all paperwork accompanying patients to ensure adherence with hospital and regulatory policies.
- Maintains record for monthly quality data submission such as referrals and discharges.
- Supports clinical team as back up for group therapy or crisis intervention.
Benefits
- Medical and dental benefits
- 401(k) plan with employer match up to 7%
- Generous paid time off with accrual starting on the date of hire
- Additional voluntary benefits
- Employee discount programs
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
