Patient Admissions Coordinator

Acadia Healthcare; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Acadia Healthcare is seeking an Admissions Clerk to support patient check-in and registration. You will greet patients, complete admission paperwork, and coordinate with clinical staff to ensure smooth transitions within the facility. Strong data entry, customer service, and communication skills are essential.

The role emphasizes accurate record-keeping, insurance liaison duties, and maintaining a calm, empathetic environment for patients and families upon arrival at the Columbus facility.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree preferred; Social/healthcare background is a plus.
• 1+ year experience in healthcare or admissions is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Greet and register patients on arrival and coordinate with clinical staff.
• Handle paperwork, data entry, insurance communications, and phone inquiries.
• Explain admission forms and escort patients to the appropriate location.
• Maintain accurate patient information and ensure timely paperwork distribution.
• Support a safe, clean, and supportive environment and escalate concerns as needed.

Skills

Data entry

Customer service

Communication

Empathy

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Healthcare experience preferred

Tools

EHR systems

Phone systems

Job description

Acadia Healthcare is seeking an Admissions Clerk to support patient check-in and registration. You will greet patients, complete admission paperwork, and coordinate with clinical staff to ensure smooth transitions within the facility. Strong data entry, customer service, and communication skills are essential.

The role emphasizes accurate record-keeping, insurance liaison duties, and maintaining a calm, empathetic environment for patients and families upon arrival at the Columbus facility.