Admissions Coordinator, Exempt

Description

Knoxville Rehabilitation Hospital

Who We Are :

Knoxville Rehabilitation Hospital is a state-of-the-art 57-bed inpatient acute rehabilitation hospital dedicated to the treatment and recovery of individuals who have experienced the debilitating effects of a severe injury or illness.

Our rehabilitation programs provide ongoing care and specialized treatment to patients throughout their recovery journey. We offer customized individualized rehabilitation tailored to the specific needs of those recovering from a stroke brain injury neurological conditions trauma spinal cord injury amputation and orthopedic injury.

Knoxville Rehabilitation Hospital strives to maximize the health function and quality of life of those we serve through comprehensive physical medicine and rehabilitation programs.

We are accredited by The Joint Commission and CARF-accredited for our Stroke Specialty program.

Why Choose Us :

Health (Medical Dental Vision) and 401K Benefits for full-time employees

Competitive Paid Time Off

Employee Assistance Program mental physical and financial wellness assistance

Tuition Reimbursement / Assistance for qualified applicants

Membership discounts with local gyms and community businesses

Free Parking

And much more

Job Summary

The Admission Coordinator screens admissions collaborates with other departments and facilities manages waitlist fields questions and completes preadmission paperwork and requirements. The Admission Coordinator assists in the coordination all aspects of MDS and RAI processes by supporting the MDS Coordinator and Social Worker. Investigates assesses and initiates interventions to help Elders cope with social emotional economic and environmental challenges associated with living in a LTC facility.

Reports to : Nursing Home Administrator

FLSA : Non-Exempt

Job Requirements

Minimum Education

Associates Degree required

Bachelors Degree preferred

Required Licenses : RN license required

Other Certifications : BLS required

Required Skills

Requires critical thinking skills decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision.

Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.

Demonstrates proficiency in verbal and written communication skills

Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to interact effectively and professionally with individuals at all levels; both internal and external

Essential Functions

Interviews and assesses Elders and / or Elders family caregivers and / or legal representatives.

Determines prioritizes provides and / or arranges for needed internal and external services / interventions.

Participates in case reviews to evaluate case management and progress. Consults with healthcare team members to promote monitor and evaluate compliance with patients treatment plan.

Performs Medicaid screenings as indicated for NHP.

Ensures each Elder is encouraged to reach his / her maximum functional ability and helps maintain these abilities.

Committed to the development of the staff Elders and families as collaborative team members. Teamwork is a prime responsibility for each individual.

Participate in the admission process of prospective residents in terms of their nursing needs and appropriate placement.

Determine potential expense associated with a potential admission.

Review all applications for admission maintain waitlist screen referrals act as a resource to the community.

Complete and assure the accuracy of the MDS for all residents.

Maintain current working knowledge of Medicare criteria serving as a resource for nursing staff and communicate changes in regulations.

Maintain current working knowledge of MDS changes and most updated RAI manual.

Attends and participates in weekly IDT and QAPI meetings.

Actively involved in Family Care Conferences.

Works closely with Facility MDS Coordinator and Social Worker.

EEOC :

Knoxville Rehabilitation Hospital is committed to providing Equal Employment Opportunities for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination against any employee or applicant for employment because of color race sex age religion national origin disability genetic information gender identity sexual orientation veterans status or any other basis protected by applicable federal state or local law.

Required Experience :

IC

Key Skills

Culinary Experience,Sales Experience,Time Management,Marketing,Public Relations,Customer Service,Computer Skills,Microsoft Outlook,Basecamp,Salesforce,Inside Sales,Recruiting

Employment Type : Part-Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1