Admissions Coordinator

Company: Mount Regis Center
Location: Salem
Posted on: May 28, 2023

Job Description:

Primarily responsible for the admission and/or registration of patients into the facility and maintaining communication between the organization and the patient referrals and family.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:Review prospective admissions against approved admission criteria, policies and procedures.Initiate contact to gather required clinical and demographic data from patient and other sources.Respond promptly to inquiry calls.Schedule assessments.Conduct pre-admission assessments.Assist prospective patients and significant others in seeking treatment.Refer inquiries to other agencies and community resources when not appropriate for facility assistance or admission.Coordinate with referral sources.Coordinate transportation arrangements for patients.Responsible for maintaining all the documentation involved with the admissions process.EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/SKILL REQUIREMENTS:High school diploma or equivalent required with college degree preferred. One-year experience in healthcare admissions, preferably in the mental health or substance abuse field.LICENSES/DESIGNATIONS/CERTIFICATIONS:Certified Addictions Counselor (CAC); Certified Chemical Dependency Counselor (CCDC) or Certified Employee Assistance Program (CEAP) certification preferred.ExperienceRequired2 year(s): HealthcareEducationPreferredHigh School/GED or better in Nursing/Healthcare or related fieldSkillsPreferredTypingCustomer FocusComputer - ExcelCommunicationAttention to DetailBehaviorsPreferredTeam Player: Works well as a member of a groupEnthusiastic: Shows intense and eager enjoyment and interestDetail Oriented: Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done wellMotivationsPreferredGrowth Opportunities: Inspired to perform well by the chance to take on more responsibilityWork-Life Balance: Inspired to perform well by having ample time to pursue work and interests outside of workAbility to Make an Impact: Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organizationEqual Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with DisabilitiesThe contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

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