Admission Coordinator

Golden-Hill-Nursing-and-Rehabilitation-Center-; City of Kingston (NY); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Benefits package

Paid time off

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Golden Hill Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Kingston, NY, seeks an Admissions Coordinator to manage the end-to-end admission process for prospective residents, families, hospitals, and referral sources. The role ensures smooth transitions while complying with healthcare regulations and organizational policies.

You will conduct facility tours, verify insurance benefits (Medicare/Medicaid), complete documentation, maintain EHR records, coordinate with clinical and administrative staff, and

Qualifications

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree preferred in healthcare/admin related fields.
• Experience in admissions, healthcare marketing, customer service, case management, or long-term care preferred.
• Knowledge of Medicare, Medicaid, managed care, and insurance verification processes.
• Strong communication, organizational and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and healthcare software systems.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and manage the resident admissions process from referral through admission.
• Review referral information, medical records, insurance coverage, and eligibility requirements.
• Communicate with hospitals, physicians, case managers, discharge planners, residents, and family members regarding admissions.
• Conduct facility tours and explain services, programs, and admission requirements.
• Verify insurance benefits, Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay information.
• Complete admission paperwork and ensure all required documentation is accurate and compliant.
• Maintain admission records and update resident information in electronic health record (EHR) systems.
• Collaborate with nursing, social services, therapy, and administrative staff to ensure a seamless transition for new residents.
• Build and maintain relationships with hospitals, rehabilitation centers, and community referral sources.
• Track occupancy rates and admissions metrics and assist with census development strategies.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and facility regulations regarding admissions and resident rights.

Skills

Healthcare admissions

Insurance verification

Medicare/Medicaid knowledge

Communication skills

Documentation

EHR/EMR systems

Relationship building

Education

Associate's degree in Healthcare Administration

Bachelor's degree in Healthcare Administration or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Admission Coordinator

Golden Hill Nursing and Rehabilitation Center is a 5-Star CMS, 280-bed skilled nursing facilitydedicated to providing exceptional care in a compassionate, family-oriented environment. We are seeking a professional and driven Admission Coordinator to join our team and help expand our reach and impact within the community.

Position Overview

The Admissions Coordinator serves as the primary point of contact for prospective residents, families, hospitals, and referral sources. This role coordinates the admission process for residents entering the nursing home or skilled nursing facility, ensuring a smooth transition while maintaining compliance with healthcare regulations and organizational policies.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate and manage the resident admissions process from referral through admission.

• Review referral information, medical records, insurance coverage, and eligibility requirements.

• Communicate with hospitals, physicians, case managers, discharge planners, residents, and family members regarding admissions.

• Conduct facility tours and explain services, programs, and admission requirements.

• Verify insurance benefits, Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay information.

• Complete admission paperwork and ensure all required documentation is accurate and compliant.

• Maintain admission records and update resident information in electronic health record (EHR) systems.

• Collaborate with nursing, social services, therapy, and administrative staff to ensure a seamless transition for new residents.

• Build and maintain relationships with hospitals, rehabilitation centers, and community referral sources.

• Track occupancy rates and admissions metrics and assist with census development strategies.

• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and facility regulations regarding admissions and resident rights.

Qualifications

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Healthcare Administration, Business Administration, Social Services, Marketing, or a related field preferred.

• Experience in admissions, healthcare marketing, customer service, case management, or long-term care preferred.

• Knowledge of Medicare, Medicaid, managed care, and insurance verification processes.

• Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and healthcare software systems.

Skills & Competencies

• Healthcare admissions

• Insurance verification

• Medicare and Medicaid knowledge

• Customer service and family relations

• Medical records review

• Referral management

• Census development

• Relationship building

• Documentation and compliance

• EHR/EMR systems

Benefits

• Competitive salary (commensurate with experience)

• Comprehensive benefits package

• Paid time off

• Growth and advancement opportunities