Admissions Director

Everwell; Port Saint Lucie (FL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision insurance

401(k) plan

PTO and Sick time

Job summary

Everwell in Port St Lucie/Port St Lucie Hospital seeks an Admissions Director to lead patient intake, registration, and scheduling in a fast-paced healthcare setting.

You will oversee compliance with policies and JCAHO standards while guiding the admissions team, coordinating with clinical staff, and ensuring accurate data entry and reporting. A focus on customer service, staff development, and operational efficiency is essential, with a pre-employment Level 2 background check required.

Qualifications

• Experience in medical office management and patient admissions.
• Strong supervisory and staff development abilities.
• Knowledge of HIPAA and healthcare compliance.
• Experience with revenue cycle and billing processes.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise the admissions team to ensure smooth patient intake, registration, and scheduling processes.
• Ensure adherence to healthcare policies, JCAHO standards, health regulation policies, and compliance requirements across all operations.
• Collaborate with clinical staff to coordinate patient flow within acute care or dental clinics, supporting efficient utilization of resources.
• Implement and monitor patient management software systems for appointment scheduling, patient tracking, and data entry accuracy.
• Develop training programs for staff on medical terminology, medical administrative support procedures, and customer service excellence.
• Handle human resources functions such as staffing schedules, performance evaluations, and managing team dynamics within a healthcare practice setting.
• Maintain excellent communication with patients regarding Admissions criteria, insurance information, and healthcare procedures to foster trust and satisfaction.
• Demonstrate an understanding of and adherence to the Code of Conduct while reflecting and reinforcing Everwell's values and commitment to the Code of Conduct.

Skills

Medical office mgmt

Supervisory skills

HIPAA compliance

Healthcare regulations

Budgeting & finance

EHR systems

Customer service

Team collaboration

Tools

Microsoft Office

EHR software

Job description

Admissions Director

Location: Port St Lucie Hospital

Position Summary

We are seeking an energetic and detail-oriented Admissions Director to lead our patient intake and enrollment processes within a dynamic healthcare environment. This pivotal role involves overseeing the entire admissions operation, ensuring compliance with healthcare regulations, managing staff, and delivering exceptional customer service to patients and their families. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in healthcare management, medical office experience, and team supervision, all while maintaining a focus on efficiency, accuracy, and compassionate care. Join us to make a meaningful impact on patient access and organizational success!

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise the admissions team to ensure smooth patient intake, registration, and scheduling processes.
• Ensure adherence to healthcare policies, JCAHO standards, health regulation policies, and compliance requirements across all operations.
• Collaborate with clinical staff to coordinate patient flow within acute care or dental clinics, supporting efficient utilization of resources.
• Implement and monitor patient management software systems for appointment scheduling, patient tracking, and data entry accuracy.
• Develop training programs for staff on medical terminology, medical administrative support procedures, and customer service excellence.
• Handle human resources functions such as staffing schedules, performance evaluations, and managing team dynamics within a healthcare practice setting.
• Maintain excellent communication with patients regarding Admissions criteria, insurance information, and healthcare procedures to foster trust and satisfaction.
• Demonstrate an understanding of and adherence to the Code of Conduct while reflecting and reinforcing Everwell's values and commitment to the Code of Conduct.

Skills

• Extensive experience in medical office management
• Strong supervisory skills with proven ability to manage teams effectively in a healthcare setting.
• Knowledge of healthcare management practices including HIPAA compliance, health regulation policies, and managed care protocols.
• Expertise in fiscal management including budgeting, financial analysis, billing processes, and revenue cycle optimization.
• Familiarity with medical terminology, medical records handling, and electronic health record systems for accurate documentation.
• Excellent managerial communication skills paired with customer service orientation to support positive patient experiences.
• Ability to navigate complex healthcare environments involving acute care while ensuring operational efficiency.
• Experience with office management tools such as Microsoft Office for reporting and administrative tasks.
• Understanding of healthcare practice management principles including utilization management and JCAHO standards.

Work Environment

• Primarily indoor, temperature-controlled healthcare environment
• Collaborative team-focused setting

Benefits

• Medical, Dental and Vision insurance
• 401K
• PTO and Sick time

This position requires a pre-employment Level 2 Background check: https://info.flclearinghouse.com