Merit Health ยท 1 day ago
Admissions Coordinator I
Brandon, MS
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry Level
0+ years expMerit Health is seeking an Admissions Coordinator I to facilitate the intake and admission process for patients. The role involves collaborating with healthcare professionals to ensure smooth transitions into care while maintaining compliance with regulatory requirements.
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Responsibilities
Coordinates the intake and referral process for patient admissions, collecting necessary demographic, clinical, and insurance information
Assists in determining appropriateness of admission in collaboration with clinical team members and based on established criteria
Facilitates the completion of required admission and insurance forms, ensuring accuracy and regulatory compliance
Maintains timely and accurate documentation of referral activity, admission decisions, and communication with stakeholders
Provides updates to internal teams and referring partners regarding admission status and timelines
Supports planning for discharge or aftercare by sharing relevant patient information with the multidisciplinary care team
Ensures compliance with all regulatory and accreditation standards for the pre-admission, admission, and post-admission processes
Resolves routine issues related to data entry, insurance verification, or referral tracking; escalates complex issues to leadership as needed
Performs other duties as assigned
Maintains regular and reliable attendance
Complies with all policies and standards
Qualification
Required
0-1 years of experience in admissions, intake, or referral coordination in a healthcare setting preferred
1-3 years of experience with insurance verification and authorization preferred
Knowledge of patient intake and admissions processes
Familiarity with insurance verification and documentation requirements
Effective interpersonal and communication skills to engage with patients, families, and healthcare professionals
Ability to prioritize tasks and manage time efficiently in a fast-paced environment
Attention to detail and accuracy in data collection and documentation
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and electronic intake or registration systems
Understanding of HIPAA and patient confidentiality practices
BCLS - Basic Life Support obtained within 90 days from start date required
Company
Merit Health
Merit Health is a hospital & health care company
1001-5000 employees
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2023 (6)
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2020 (3)
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
David Henry, FACHE
CEO at Merit Health Madison
Elizabeth "Beth" Hillner, MHA
Chief Operating Officer
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