Director of Admissions

Journey Skilled Nursing • Bainbridge, GA

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About The Position

The Director of Admissions coordinates referrals and resident admissions, working with external team members, families, healthcare providers, and interdisciplinary teams. The role manages referral status, secures prior authorizations, completes financial evaluations, maintains admissions and census records, and completes required paperwork. It also involves giving facility tours, responding to inquiries and concerns, and supporting teamwork, communication, and continuous improvement in the admissions process.

Requirements

• At least one year of experience and demonstrated success in a position at the facility or another related health care facility.
• Demonstrated understanding of arithmetic.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of insurance coverage and authorization processes pertaining to long-term care.

Responsibilities

• Manage referral status and ensure timely, accurate admissions processing.
• Communicate referral updates to external team members, families, and healthcare providers.
• Secure prior authorizations and complete financial evaluations for prospective residents.
• Maintain accurate records of admissions, pay status changes, and daily census updates.
• Complete and file admission paperwork according to facility policies.
• Use electronic medical records and relevant tools for data management.
• Build positive relationships with interdisciplinary teams, residents, and families.
• Provide facility tours, respond to inquiries, and address admission-related concerns.
• Promote teamwork, communication, and continuous improvement in the admissions process.

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Quarterly raises
• PTO

What This Job Offers

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