Admissions Director Jobs

About The Position

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.