Admissions Coordinator | Part Time, Full Time | All UAB and Newly Acquired St. Vincent's Locations

Guidehouse; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sick time & holidays

Bonus program

401(k) retirement plan

Life insurance

HSA/Dental/Vision benefits

Disability coverage

Tuition reimbursement

Learning opportunities

Employee referral program

Community outreach

Job summary

Guidehouse is seeking an Admissions Coordinator for UAB and newly acquired St. Vincent's facilities in the Birmingham area.

The role handles inpatient and outpatient admissions, registers patients, explains hospital policies and assists with insurance matters, acting as a liaison among patients, families, visitors and hospital staff. Schedule includes Full Time or Part Time, with days, evenings or nights across 8hr, 12hr or 4hr shifts.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• 0-2 years of prior relevant experience.

Responsibilities

• Obtain complete and accurate demographic and financial information from patients and referring sources.
• Obtain required signatures on consents and insurance forms.
• Enter data in computer systems and document incomplete admissions/registrations.
• Notify patients and families of insurance coverage issues and co-pays.
• Review physician orders for completeness and accuracy.
• Ensure compliance with Medicare and ABN procedures.
• Maintain positive customer service and refer unresolved issues to supervisor.
• Answer telephone calls and assist callers per script.

Skills

Typing 35 WPM

Medical terminology

Patient registration

Insurance knowledge

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Admissions Coordinator | Part Time, Full Time | All UAB and Newly Acquired St. Vincent's Locations

The Admissions Coordinator is responsible for managing inpatient and outpatient admissions. Registers incoming patients, enters information on admitting forms, explains hospital regulations, and may assign patients to rooms based on the nature of the illness and the type of accommodations available. May prepare identification bracelets and assist in insurance matters. Serves as a liaison between patients, their families, visitors, and the hospital (administration, management, hospital staff, medical staff, etc.)

Type:Full Time, Part Time - Days, Evenings or Nights

Schedule:Various schedules that may include 8hr, 12hr, or 4hr shifts- may include working 1 shift every other weekend

Location:UAB and Newly Acquired St. Vincent's Facilities in the Birmingham and surrounding areas

Please Note: This schedule is subject to change based on hospital census and business needs.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Responsible for obtaining complete and accurate demographic and financial information from a variety of sources, including patient interviews physician offices and in-house departments.
• Obtains required signatures on legal consents and insurance forms.
• Performs required pre-certification, credit referral or deposit collection. Enters data in computer and thoroughly documents any incomplete admissions/registrations in manner prescribed. Obtains pre-certification, referral or authorization number and updates patient's file.
• Notifies patients, family members, physicians and/or supervisors of insurance coverage issues, notifies patients of co-payments, deductibles or deposits needed, documenting all information in computer system.
• Reviews Physician’s orders for completion and ensures all required information is listed.
• Completes Medicare Compliance and obtains ABN if necessary.
• Knowledge of all Federal, State and Local Laws pertaining to insurance rules and regulations.
• Maintains positive customer service at all times, referring unresolved issues to appropriate supervisor.
• Answers telephone calls. Follows pre-established script and provide assistance to callers.
• Completes all shift duties in a timely and accurate manner.
• Complies with all safety regulations, policies and procedures as defined by client.

What You Will Need

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• 0-2 years of prior relevant experience

What Would Be Nice to Have

• Ability to type a minimum of 35 WPM.
• Familiarity with medical terminology
• 1 year of experience with Patient Registration
• 1 year of experience working with medical insurances.

What We Offer

Guidehouse offers a comprehensive, total rewards package that includes competitive compensation and a flexible benefits package that reflects our commitment to creating a diverse and supportive workplace.

Benefits include:

• Personal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid Holidays
• Position may be eligible for a discretionary variable incentive bonus
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Basic Life & Supplemental Life
• Health Savings Account, Dental/Vision & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
• Tuition Reimbursement, Personal Development & Learning Opportunities
• Skills Development & Certifications
• Employee Referral Program
• Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach

About Guidehouse

Guidehouse is an Equal Opportunity Employer–Protected Veterans, Individuals with Disabilities or any other basis protected by law, ordinance, or regulation.

Guidehouse will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law or ordinance including the Fair Chance Ordinance of Los Angeles and San Francisco.

If you have visited our website for information about employment opportunities, or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation, please contact Guidehouse Recruiting at 1-571-633-1711 or via email at [e-mail] . All information you provide will be kept confidential and will be used only to the extent required to provide needed reasonable accommodation.