Job Summary
The Director of Admissions performs managerial functions for ER/Inpatient/Outpatient/PBX departments
by effective management of human and financial resources to achieve quality outcomes. The Director
maintains continuity of around the clock registration and operations in conjunction with the hospital
objectives policies and procedures. The Director is subject varied hours and call-back as required by the
Hospital
Job Responsibilities
I. Assessment
Assesses competency of staff members identifies areas of improvement and assists in the
development of educational opportunities.
Routinely inspects the division to ensure the safety of patients visitors and personnel.
Assesses the need for supplies and orders appropriately according to area needs.
Assesses registration activities to provide indicators for continuous quality improvement.
II. Planning
Plans and prepares appropriate time schedules for staff in order to complete necessary
assignments in a timely and accurate manner.
Plans for the effective use of staff available.
Develops and coordinates orientation plans for staff within units.
Plans and assists in the orientation of new personnel to the unit.
III. Implementation
Facilitates positive relationships among staff supervised within the department and with other
departments.
Supervises work performance on a daily basis.
Completes employee evaluations objectively and in a timely manner.
Provides for employee counseling or in-service to insure corrective actions in instances deviations
from standards and policies/procedures by employees supervised.
Instructs personnel regarding hospital and division policies and procedures.
Conducts monthly unit meetings using Performance Improvement monitors and Report Cards or
other pertinent sources for communication to all staff regarding issues and unit operational issues.
With CFO and Human Resources makes decisions concerning hiring transfer or discharge of employees with assistance from CFO and Human Resources. Provides appropriate documentation in a timely manner.
Reviews financial/registration reports within units to identify problems requiring intervention.
Admits patients and covers shifts as necessary.
Performs other duties as assigned by CFO.
IV. Evaluation
Supervises and evaluates work performance adherence to hospital policies and staff
development of staff.
Counsels personnel and takes appropriate action regarding problems of a personal and
professional nature which have an effect upon effective division operations.
Reviews and evaluates department policies and procedures and initiates development and
revisions processes.
V. Self Development
Participates in activities designed to assist the hospital and departments of responsibility in
improving services.
Assumes responsibility for personal growth and development of management skills.
Has knowledge of computer system failure and emergency plans i.e. fire disaster bomb threats
etc.
Specifications
1. Requires job specific experience including supervisory experience.
2. High School Diploma required.
3. Associates Degree in Business Administration or related field required.
4. Prefer Bachelors Degree in Business Administration or related field.
5. Must obtain NAHAAM Certification within 12 months of hire date.
Required Experience:
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