Job Description

SECRETARY MONDAY - FRIDY DURING NORMAL BUSINESS HOURS. SCHEDULE DISCUSSED AT TIME OF INTERVIEW Job Description: The Admissions team member will work closely with the Admissions Coordinator and will help to assist with the following tasks: -Coordinate all pre-admission interviews with the Admissions Coordinator on prospective applicants in a variety of settings. -Work closely with Director and Assistant Director of Nursing, or designee, to determine appropriate individuals for admission. -Maintain a public relations program with all hospital discharge planners and families. Work closely with Home staff assigned to the more global public relations program working with other outside agencies. -Schedule all admissions to the facility, working closely with the multidisciplinary team. -Have knowledge of community services/facilities to make alternative suggestions/ assistance in placement of applicants who are inappropriate for our facility. The Admissions team member: -Initially, reviews application to determine potential eligibility for admission to the home. -Provides information to applicants and their families related to admission to the facility. -Obtains and completes all necessary admission and readmission paperwork. -Responds to referrals in a timely fashion. -Provides consistent and timely follow-up with applicants/families through appointments, phone calls, etc. -Conducts personalized appointments, tours and coordinates the application process. -Schedules and provides tours or makes arrangements for another staff member to do so if unavailable. -Coordinates and conducts pre-admission meetings. -Initiates insurance checks by providing information to appropriate staff. -Contacts previous Primary Care Physicians, etc. to secure all immunizations. -Ensures applicant TB screening is completed. -Enters pre-admission orders and demographics into Electronic Health Record. -Settles resident into room, ensures clothes go to laundry for labeling and all electrical items are inspected. -Meets with family members at admissions to conduct and review all Admission Agreements. -Provides strong customer service. -Works in a high pace environment managing several cases, families, hospitals, discharge planners and internal staff simultaneously to get resident admitted within 24 hours. -Other duties assigned as need arises. #ZR