Admissions Assistant

Cambridge Health & Rehabilitation Center; Fairfield (CT); On-site; USD 20,664 - 30,307; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

10% defined contribution retirement

Comprehensive training and mentorship

Growth opportunities

Supportive and collaborative work

Meaningful difference in residents' Ld

Job summary

Cambridge Health & Rehabilitation Center in Fairfield, CT is seeking an Admissions Coordinator to be the first contact for prospective residents and families, guiding them through the admission process and addressing questions with care.

This part-time role offers 20 hours per week, Monday through Friday. You will coordinate paperwork, pre-admission screenings, and collaborate with clinical teams to ensure a smooth transition into our community.

Qualifications

• Business Administration degree (or related)
• 3-5 years of experience in long-term care or related setting
• Knowledge of state and federal regulations governing admissions
• Empathy for residents and families during transition
• Excellent presentation, communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and professionalism in healthcare

Responsibilities

• Be the first point of contact for prospective residents and families
• Act as a liaison between residents, families and the facility
• Coordinate admissions paperwork and assessments
• Conduct pre-admission screenings and assessments
• Develop and maintain referral sources and relationships with hospitals and community agencies
• Collaborate with healthcare teams to ensure proper care planning and coordination

Skills

Empathy

Excellent communication

Interpersonal skills

Teamwork

Confidentiality

Education

Business Administration degree

Job description

A Great Place to Work

Cambridge is a proud affiliate of National Health Care Associates. As a Certified Great Place to Work, we think that you are going to love it here. Your work will be meaningful to you. You will make a genuine difference in the lives of our aging guests and the families that love them. You will enjoy lasting bonds with the families you meet and with the teams you work on. And if you desire, you will experience real career growth where your expertise and dedication is valued and appreciated. We invite you to join our team!

Location: 2428 Easton Turnpike, Fairfield, Connecticut, 06825

ADMISSION ASSISTANT

Part-Time

20 hours a week

4 hours a day Mon-Fri

What You'll Do:

As an Admissions Coordinator, you will be the first point of contact for individuals and families considering admission to our facility. Your role involves guiding them through the admission process, addressing their concerns, and ensuring a smooth transition into our community.

Key Responsibilities:

• Act as a liaison between prospective residents, families, and the facility
• Identify and develop referral sources
• Develop and maintain positive relationships with area hospitals and community agencies
• Generate public relations and marketing opportunities
• Coordinate and facilitate the admissions process, including paperwork and assessments
• Conduct pre-admission screenings and assessmentsExplain facility services, policies, and procedures to prospective residents and families
• Collaborate with healthcare teams to ensure proper care planning and coordination
• Maintain accurate records and documentation related to admissions

Help individuals and families transition to our care community in an environment where your expertise and dedication are valued and appreciated. Make a meaningful impact by joining our team as an Admissions Coordinator.

What We Offer

As an affiliate of National Health Care, our Cambridge team enjoys:

• Competitive compensation and benefits package including a 10% defined contribution retirement plan
• Comprehensive training and mentorship
• Opportunities for professional growth and development
• Supportive and collaborative work environment
• The chance to make a meaningful difference in the lives of our residents

What You'll Bring:

Qualifications of an Admissions Coordinator include:

• Business Administration degree and/or 3-5 years related experience in long-term care
• Knowledge of state and federal regulations governing the admission process within a nursing facility
• Empathy for the needs of individuals and families during the transition process
• Excellent presentation, communication and interpersonal skills
• Interest in the nursing needs of the aged and the chronically ill with the ability to work with both
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and professionalism in a healthcare setting
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment

We Hire for Heart!

National Health Care Associates (National) is proud to be a family-run organization since 1984. Like family, each of National’s centers are unique but share common values:Kindness, Service, Compassion and Excellence. Today, our centers include more than 40 premier providers of short-term rehabilitation, skilled nursing, and post-hospital care including several named “Best Of” by US News & World Report. When you join the team at a National center, you join a team that provides life-changing care to thousands of patients, residents, and families in a Great Place to Work Certified environment.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status.