Admissions Coordinator - Neuromuscular Skeletal Administration

PeaceHealth•Vancouver, WA

4d•Onsite

About The Position

PeaceHealth Southwest Medical Center in Vancouver, Washington, is hiring an Admissions Coordinator for Neuromuscular Skeletal Administration. This per diem/relief position is responsible for identifying potential rehabilitation candidates, pre-screening referrals, preparing patients for admission to the Rehabilitation Unit, and consulting with patients. The coordinator manages admissions, discharges, and transfers; assesses referrals against admission criteria; collaborates with physicians, referral sources, and staff to monitor referral status and schedule admissions; and coordinates the admission process with patients, families, referring facilities, physicians, and Rehabilitation Unit staff. The role documents medical necessity, obtains authorization for acute inpatient rehabilitation benefits, and conducts utilization review through team conferences, chart reviews, and collaboration with team members. The coordinator may also lead team conferences and performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy, or Speech and Language Pathology.
At least 3 years of experience in rehabilitation and/or previous case management experience.
Knowledge of the insurance industry, including third-party payers and state and federal financial assistance programs.
Strong medical assessment and problem-solving skills.
Ability to understand and apply rehabilitation benefits in the acute inpatient setting.
Excellent interpersonal skills and professionalism when working with referral sources, physicians, insurance companies, staff, patients, and families.
Good organizational skills and demonstrated ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.
Ability to take direction from multiple sources and manage competing demands effectively.
Excellent communication skills, including the ability to communicate with people who have disabling conditions and/or cultural differences.
Computer experience and knowledge of MS Office.
Current Washington State licensure as a PT, OT, or SLP, as required for clinical practice.
Basic Life Support certification upon hire.

Nice To Haves

Master's degree in Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Speech and Language Pathology, or Social Work.
Marketing or sales experience/background.
Experience with computers, statistical compilation, and analysis of databases related to quality assurance and program effectiveness.

Responsibilities

Identify potential rehabilitation candidates, pre-screen referrals, and prepare patients for admission to the Rehabilitation Unit.
Provide patient consultation.
Coordinate admissions, discharges, and transfers while prioritizing communication and protecting patient privacy and confidentiality.
Assess patient referrals to determine whether patients meet admission criteria.
Collaborate with physicians, referral sources, and staff to monitor issues and referral status and establish admission timing.
Coordinate admissions with patients, families, referring facilities, physicians, and Rehabilitation Unit staff.
Document medical necessity and obtain authorization for acute inpatient rehabilitation benefits.
Perform utilization review for unit patients through team conference attendance, chart review, and collaboration with team members.
Lead team conferences when responsible for doing so.
Perform other duties as assigned.