Admissions Assistant- Part time

(Beachwood Post Acute & Rehab) Cantaloupe Holdings, LLC; United States; On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Beachwood Post Acute & Rehab is seeking an Admissions Coordinator to support the admission process, maintain resident records, and ensure bed availability aligns with policy. You will interview residents or guardians, obtain signatures, and prepare identification records for new residents.

The role requires strong reading/comprehension, typing speed of 35 wpm, and accurate documentation. You will work within privacy rules and collaborate with nursing and administrative staff daily.

Qualifications

• Must possess a high school diploma or GED.
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret business material and regulations.
• Ability to type 35 words per minute and use a 10-key calculator.

Responsibilities

• Receive schedule from supervisor and follow admissions procedures.
• Interview residents/guardians and collect required information and signatures.
• Admit, transfer, and discharge residents per policy and maintain records.
• Maintain bed availability listings and coordinate with nursing staff.
• Protect resident privacy and manage confidential information.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Time management

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

10-key calculator

Typing 35 wpm

Job description

Receive and follow schedule/instructions from your supervisor and as outlined in our established policies and procedures. Assist in interviewing residents/guardians/sponsors and obtaining required admission information and signatures. Assist in the resident admission orientation program in accordance with our established policies and procedures. Admit and prepare identification records for residents in accordance with established policies and procedures. Maintain an accurate record of available beds. Admit, transfer, and discharge residents in accordance with established policies and procedures. Develop and maintain a good working rapport with inter department personnel, as well as other departments within the facility. Provide residents with admission information packet (e.g., resident rights, notice of privacy practices, admissions contract, etc.). Review as necessary. Obtain the resident/guardian’s signature on all required permits, releases, authorizations, etc. Maintain a current listing of all residents and assigned room numbers. Provide copies of such listing to nursing service, management, government agencies and personnel, etc., as necessary and in accordance with our privacy rules. Notify nursing service when the resident has arrived at the facility to assure that a member of the nursing staff escorts the resident to his/her assigned room. Assume the administrative authority, responsibility, and accountability of performing the assigned duties of the admitting coordinator. Maintain the confidentiality of all resident care information including protected health information. Report known or suspected incidents of unauthorized disclosure of such information. Ensure resident’s valuables are inventoried and deposited or a “Release from Responsibility” form is signed in accordance with established policies and procedures.

Supervisory Requirements

This position has no supervisor responsibilities.

Qualification Education and/or Experience

Must possess, as a minimum, a high school diploma or GED.

Language Skills

Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from managers and employees.

Mathematical Skills

Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios and proportions to practical situations.

Reasoning Ability

Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to type a minimum of 35 words per minute and use a 10 key calculator.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Prolonged use of a desk top or laptop computer. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, stand; walk and talk, read or hear. Frequent use of all office related equipment to include; copier/scanner/fax, telephone, and calculator. May be necessary to assist in the evacuation of residents during emergency situations.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually low to moderate.

Additional Information

Note: Nothing in this job specification restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. Critical features of this job are described under various headings above. They may be subject to change at any time due to reasonable accommodation or other reasons. The above statements are strictly intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed. They are not intended to be construed as a complete list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of employees in this position.

PACS is revolutionizing the delivery and leadership of post-acute healthcare and support services across the country. Originally founded in 2013, the organization now consists of hundreds of independent operating subsidiaries, as well as ancillary and support services. We bring a proven model of mission-driven care that balances access to a national network of support and resources with local decision making. In addition, PACS helps connect exceptional people with premier healthcare careers across the country. We focus on finding innovative and effective team members based on their qualifications, experience, geographic preferences, and personality fit with the existing facility staff and culture.

We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We welcome applicants of every race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, and any other protected characteristic. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs.