Admissions Coordinator

Hackensack Meridian Health; Tyler (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Hackensack Meridian Health in Tyler, TX is seeking a Rehab Therapy Administration Admissions Coordinator for day shift, full-time duties including patient registration in Epic, verifying insurance, and coordinating with offsite clinics.

The role emphasizes accuracy, strong communication, and the ability to handle administrative tasks such as billing inquiries, pre-certifications, and clerical support to keep patient flow smooth.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Two years of medical and insurance billing in a hospital setting or multi-physician office.
• Experience scheduling in a hospital setting or multi-physician office.
• Hospital clerical or physician office experience.
• Experience using EPIC.
• Additional two years of higher education.

Responsibilities

• Registers patients for therapy in Epic per hospital policies.
• Addresses issues on Epic work queues daily to insure a smooth work flow in the department.
• Obtains insurance verification for outpatient rehabilitation/post-acute care benefits and performs pre-certifications as required.
• Explains hospital regulations relative to charges and payment. Performs these operations via telephone/fax when appropriate.
• Performs various clerical duties as needed, including filing, copying, ordering supplies as needed.
• Maintains communication between offsite clinics. Trains clinic staff related to registration requirements and procedures.

Skills

Communication skills

Detail-oriented

Customer service

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Two years of higher education

Tools

EPIC

Registration systems

Job description

Overview

Join our team as a day shift, full-time, Rehab Therapy Administration Admissions Coordinator in Tyler, TX.

Why Join Us?

Thrive in a People-First Environment and Make Healthcare Better

• Thrive: We empower our team with career growth opportunities, tuition assistance, and resources that support your wellness, education, and financial well-being.
• People-First: We prioritize your well-being with paid time off, comprehensive health benefits, and a supportive, inclusive culture where you are valued and cared for.
• Make Healthcare Better: We use advanced technology to support our team and enhance patient care.

Get to Know Your Team:

• UT Health East Texas Rehabilitation Center includes a 48-bed inpatient hospital, 14 outpatient therapy clinics, 11 cardiopulmonary rehabilitation clinics and nine Olympic fitness centers, with access to some of the most advanced therapy techniques and care available.

Responsibilities

• Registers patients for therapy in Epic per hospital policies.
• Addresses issues on Epic work queues daily to insure a smooth work flow in the department.
• Obtains insurance verification for outpatient rehabilitation/post-acute care benefits and performs pre-certifications as required.
• Explains hospital regulations relative to charges and payment. Performs these operations via telephone/fax when appropriate.
• Performs various clerical duties as needed, including filing, copying, ordering supplies as needed.
• Maintains communication between offsite clinics. Trains clinic staff related to registration requirements and procedures.

Qualifications

Job Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent

Preferred Job Requirements

• Two (2) years of medical and insurance billing in a hospital setting or multi-physician office
• Experience scheduling in a hospital setting or multi-physician office
• Hospital clerical or physician office experience
• Experience using EPIC
• Additional two years of higher education

Job Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent

Preferred Job Requirements

• Two (2) years of medical and insurance billing in a hospital setting or multi-physician office
• Experience scheduling in a hospital setting or multi-physician office
• Hospital clerical or physician office experience
• Experience using EPIC
• Additional two years of higher education
• Registers patients for therapy in Epic per hospital policies.
• Addresses issues on Epic work queues daily to insure a smooth work flow in the department.
• Obtains insurance verification for outpatient rehabilitation/post-acute care benefits and performs pre-certifications as required.
• Explains hospital regulations relative to charges and payment. Performs these operations via telephone/fax when appropriate.
• Performs various clerical duties as needed, including filing, copying, ordering supplies as needed.
• Maintains communication between offsite clinics. Trains clinic staff related to registration requirements and procedures.