Admissions Coordinator, Exempt
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Job Location:
Knoxville, TN - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
2 days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Knoxville Rehabilitation Hospital
Who We Are:
Knoxville Rehabilitation Hospital is a state-of-the-art 57-bed inpatient acute rehabilitation hospital dedicated to the treatment and recovery of individuals who have experienced the debilitating effects of a severe injury or illness.
Our rehabilitation programs provide ongoing care and specialized treatment to patients throughout their recovery journey. We offer customized individualized rehabilitation tailored to the specific needs of those recovering from a stroke brain injury neurological conditions trauma spinal cord injury amputation and orthopedic injury.
Knoxville Rehabilitation Hospital strives to maximize the health function and quality of life of those we serve through comprehensive physical medicine and rehabilitation programs.
We are accredited by The Joint Commission and CARF-accredited for our Stroke Specialty program.
Why Choose Us:
Health (Medical Dental Vision) and 401K Benefits for full-time employees
Competitive Paid Time Off
Employee Assistance Program mental physical and financial wellness assistance
Tuition Reimbursement/Assistance for qualified applicants
Membership discounts with local gyms and community businesses
Free Parking
And much more
Job Summary
The Admission Coordinator screens admissions collaborates with other departments and facilities manages waitlist fields questions and completes preadmission paperwork and requirements. The Admission Coordinator assists in the coordination all aspects of MDS and RAI processes by supporting the MDS Coordinator and Social Worker. Investigates assesses and initiates interventions to help Elders cope with social emotional economic and environmental challenges associated with living in a LTC facility.
Reports to: Nursing Home Administrator
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Job Requirements
Minimum Education
Associates Degree required
Bachelors Degree preferred
Required Licenses: RN license required
Other Certifications: BLS required
Required Skills
Requires critical thinking skills decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision.
Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.
Demonstrates proficiency in verbal and written communication skills
Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to interact effectively and professionally with individuals at all levels; both internal and external
Essential Functions
Interviews and assesses Elders and/or Elders family caregivers and/or legal representatives.
Determines prioritizes provides and/or arranges for needed internal and external services/interventions.
Participates in case reviews to evaluate case management and progress. Consults with healthcare team members to promote monitor and evaluate compliance with patients treatment plan.
Performs Medicaid screenings as indicated for NHP.
Ensures each Elder is encouraged to reach his/her maximum functional ability and helps maintain these abilities.
Committed to the development of the staff Elders and families as collaborative team members. Teamwork is a prime responsibility for each individual.
Participate in the admission process of prospective residents in terms of their nursing needs and appropriate placement.
Determine potential expense associated with a potential admission.
Review all applications for admission maintain waitlist screen referrals act as a resource to the community.
Complete and assure the accuracy of the MDS for all residents.
Maintain current working knowledge of Medicare criteria serving as a resource for nursing staff and communicate changes in regulations.
Maintain current working knowledge of MDS changes and most updated RAI manual.
Attends and participates in weekly IDT and QAPI meetings.
Actively involved in Family Care Conferences.
Works closely with Facility MDS Coordinator and Social Worker.
EEOC:
Knoxville Rehabilitation Hospital is committed to providing Equal Employment Opportunities for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination against any employee or applicant for employment because of color race sex age religion national origin disability genetic information gender identity sexual orientation veterans status or any other basis protected by applicable federal state or local law.
Required Experience:
IC
Key Skills
- Culinary Experience
- Sales Experience
- Time Management
- Marketing
- Public Relations
- Customer Service
- Computer Skills
- Microsoft Outlook
- Basecamp
- Salesforce
- Inside Sales
- Recruiting
About Company
Lifepoint Health is a leader in community-based care and driven by a mission of Making Communities Healthier. Our diversified healthcare delivery network spans 29 states and includes 63 community hospital campuses, 32 rehabilitation and behavioral health hospitals, and more than 170 a ... View more
