Senior Care Admissions Specialist

Carillon, Inc; Lubbock (TX); Hybrid; USD 30,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Carillon, Inc. is seeking an Admissions Coordinator in Lubbock, TX to manage the health center admissions process and maintain open communication with referral sources, physicians and third-party payers.

The role requires handling referrals, conducting admissions interviews, reviewing Medicare Part A coverage, and maintaining census records while ensuring resident rights and confidentiality. Strong written and interpersonal skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Good working knowledge of Medicare Part A and certification procedures.
• Experience in a long-term care setting desired.
• Excellent written, oral and interpersonal skills; ability to juggle multiple priorities.

Responsibilities

• Obtains referrals from hospital social workers, physicians, or family members keeping wait lists current.
• Conducts admission interviews with resident or responsible party, collecting financial, social, medical and physician information prior to admission.
• Reviews admission paperwork including Medicare Part A coverage and non-coverage procedures; maintains records for each resident.
• Maintains census activity: admissions, discharges, deaths, transfers, and changes in payment methods.
• Coordinates utilization review for new admissions covered by Medicare Part A.

Skills

Medicare Part A knowledge

Admissions coordination

Written communication

Interpersonal skills

Multitasking

Education

Bachelor of Social Work / LVN

High School Diploma

Job description

Carillon, Inc. is seeking an Admissions Coordinator in Lubbock, TX to manage the health center admissions process and maintain open communication with referral sources, physicians and third-party payers.

The role requires handling referrals, conducting admissions interviews, reviewing Medicare Part A coverage, and maintaining census records while ensuring resident rights and confidentiality. Strong written and interpersonal skills are essential.