Central Placement Specialist

CommuniCare•Charleston, WV

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About The Position

Due to continued growth, CommuniCare Health Services is recruiting for the position of Central Placement Specialist for the West Virginia region . The Central Placement Specialist is responsible for leading the process of intake and financial verification for skilled nursing homes admissions . The Central Placement Specialist is the driver of all referrals for placement to appropriate facility to ultimately continue census growth. This individual must have excellent computer and accurate data entry skills and healthcare experience. The position works closely with the center's admissions team and the Managed Care Organization to ensure that all necessary paperwork and authorization numbers are obtained prior to admission and that all pertinent paperwork is sent to the center to facilitate a smooth admission. Candidates must have excellent communication skills and be customer service oriented. The position requires the ability to multi-task and to work in a fast-paced environment. Prior admissions or business office experience in a Long Term Care environment required.

Requirements

3-5 years of professional experience, preferably in a skilled nursing environment verifying insurance benefits
Exceptional Time Management and Organizational Skills
Ability to multitask
Excellent phone and verbal communication skills
Responsible and tremendous follow through
Self-starter/self-disciplines/personal accountability
Compassionate
Views themselves as a resource to potential customers
Must have the ability to make independent decisions.
Must be able to deal tactfully with team members, other staff, residents, family members, visitors, government agencies, and the general public.
Must possess willingness to work harmoniously with team members in all positions.
Must be able to plan, organize, develop, implement, and interpret the programs, goals, objectives, policies, and procedures, etc. that are necessary for business development.

Responsibilities

leading the process of intake and financial verification for skilled nursing homes admissions
driver of all referrals for placement to appropriate facility to ultimately continue census growth
works closely with the center's admissions team and the Managed Care Organization to ensure that all necessary paperwork and authorization numbers are obtained prior to admission and that all pertinent paperwork is sent to the center to facilitate a smooth admission