Admissions Director

PACS

12d • $35 - $45

About The Position

Medical Hill Healthcare Center is seeking an experienced, motivated, and relationship-driven Admissions Director for a full-time role in a skilled nursing facility. The Admissions Director oversees the Admissions Department and supports facility census growth while ensuring residents and families have a smooth, welcoming admission experience. The role involves coordinating admissions and resident transitions, evaluating prospective admissions, managing required documentation and insurance verification, and developing relationships with healthcare professionals and referral sources. The position also collaborates with interdisciplinary teams, supports outreach and marketing initiatives, and follows confidentiality, regulatory, and facility safety requirements.

Requirements

• Previous experience in healthcare admissions, preferably in a skilled nursing or post-acute care facility.
• Strong communication, organization, customer service, and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to coordinate multiple admissions and priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Knowledge of insurance verification, admission documentation, and patient intake procedures.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive resident information professionally.
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work collaboratively with an interdisciplinary team.

Nice To Haves

• Experience developing relationships with hospital discharge planners, physicians, social workers, and other referral sources.
• Understanding of census development, referral management, and healthcare marketing.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and coordinate daily Admissions Department operations to meet facility census goals.
• Manage the admissions process to provide a smooth, professional, and welcoming experience for residents, families, and staff.
• Review prospective admissions for eligibility and appropriateness based on facility criteria and available services.
• Coordinate with the Director of Nursing, case managers, and other department leaders to support appropriate admissions and continuity of care.
• Obtain, review, and verify patient applications, medical records, insurance information, and other required documentation.
• Verify insurance benefits and financial coverage to ensure admissions meet facility requirements.
• Complete admission paperwork, financial responsibility forms, and resident intake documentation accurately and promptly.
• Coordinate bed assignments, maintain accurate bed availability records, and communicate updates to appropriate team members.
• Arrange services and resources to support resident transitions, including transportation and social support.
• Build and maintain relationships with physicians, hospital discharge planners, social workers, case managers, and other referral partners to increase admissions and support census growth.
• Maintain knowledge of facility services and communicate available care options to prospective residents, families, and referral sources.
• Participate in daily stand-up meetings and collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to address admissions needs.
• Assist with planning and participating in outreach events, health fairs, educational programs, and other marketing initiatives.
• Maintain resident confidentiality and comply with HIPAA requirements and applicable regulations.
• Follow facility policies and procedures, including infection prevention, emergency preparedness, fire safety, and evacuation protocols.
• Participate in ongoing professional development and complete additional duties and projects as assigned.

Benefits

• Competitive pay of $35–$45 per hour, depending on experience.
• Full-time opportunity.
• Meaningful work helping residents transition into the facility and receive care.
• Opportunity to build relationships with healthcare professionals and referral sources.
• Professional growth and the opportunity to expand knowledge and leadership skills in post-acute care.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director
• Education Level: No Education Listed