Avamere · 1 week ago
Admissions Coordinator - Shoreline, WA
Shoreline, WA
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry Level
$25/hr - $34/hrAvamere is a healthcare organization seeking an Admissions Coordinator to manage the admissions process at their Shoreline facility. The role involves establishing relationships with referral sources, coordinating with insurance providers, and ensuring compliance with regulations while maintaining resident confidentiality.
Hospital & Health Care
No H1B
Responsibilities
Establish and maintain relationships with hospitals, discharge planners, and other referral sources to generate a consistent stream of referrals
Responsible for admissions process, including initial inquiries, screenings, documentation review, financial arrangements, and placement of new residents
Act as the primary point of contact for residents and families, providing information, answering questions, and addressing concerns during the admissions process
Ensure adherence to all applicable federal, state, and local regulations regarding admissions, billing, and resident care
Ensure compliance with HIPAA regulations and maintain confidentiality of resident information
Coordinate with insurance providers to verify coverage and obtain necessary authorizations
Maintain accurate records, generate reports on admissions activity, and analyze trends to identify areas for improvement
Understand and comply with insurance requirements, managed care programs, and other financial aspects of the admissions process
Effectively communicate necessary resident information to charge nurses, director of nursing, therapy, and/or administrator
Must be knowledgeable on federal and state laws regarding medical records
Review and audit admissions, discharges, and other pertinent records on nursing units
Ensure that registries are properly maintained for admission and discharge of residents
Develop and maintain a good working rapport with inter-department personnel, as well as other departments within the facility to assure that medical records can be properly maintained and problem areas can be identified and corrected
Qualification
Required
Experience with resident admissions and or marketing for a long-term care facility and or medical facility
Must be familiar with Electronic Medical Records and prefer experience with Point Click Care (PCC)
Knowledge of CMS guidelines and Medicare, Medicaid and managed care coverage plans criteria
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Strong organizational and multitasking abilities
Proficiency in using healthcare and office software platforms
The ability to work in a fast-paced, crisis-prone environment
Advocacy skills with a focus on resident-centered care
Prior experience in resident advocacy, medical records, medical billing, and collections
Benefits
Health Insurance: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans. Low individual and family deductible.
401 (k) Plan: After 90 days of employment, with matching program.
Paid Time Off (PTO): Accrue up to 4 weeks PTO per year, 6 holidays and accrued sick leave.
EAP Canopy with unlimited telehealth mental health visits.
Continuing Education and Higher Education Reimbursement.
Generous employee referral bonus program.
Flexible Spending Accounts & CERA: Medical FSA, Dependent Care FSA and CERA (Commuter Expense Reimbursement Account).
Professional Development: Opportunities for growth and development within the company.
Voluntary Benefits: Life insurance, disability coverage, supplemental hospital, accident and critical illness coverage, Legal Services, Pet Insurance, discount programs and more.
Company
Avamere
Avamere is a group of skilled nursing and post acute care providers dedicated to seniors' health and well-being.
Founded in 1995
5001-10000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Kevin Tomlinson
Chief Financial Officer
Roxy Stennett
Chief Operating Officer
Recent News
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