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Location:

Columbus, OH ( map it!

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Employee Type:

Full-Time

Industry:

Healthcare - Health Services

Manages Others:

Job Type:

Executive
Health Care

Experience:

At least 3 year(s)

Post Date:

11/3/2009

Contact Information

Ref ID:

Wes adm blind

Description Job Functions
As Director of Admissions, you are responsible for managing the facility census by opening and maintaining accounts with insurers, community organizations and hospitals, which generate patient referrals and admissions. Supervises the Admissions Coordinator when applicable.

Duties and Responsibilities

Achieves facility census goals and annual budget projections.
Acts as liaison between the company and the outside community.
Works with local community agencies to generate a positive image and encourage referral activities.
Participates in industry trade shows and business development activities, as assigned.
Develops strategies to maximize admissions including daily contact with potential referral sources including but not limited to hospitals, physicians, insurers, case management companies and health care agencies.
Conducts admission screening of potential patients, determine level of care, services required, equipment needs and insurance coverage, as indicated.
Notifies Regional Vice President of Admissions prior to denial of any patient.
Maintains knowledge of current regulations governing Medicare, Medicaid and private insurance company reimbursement.
Accesses continuing education opportunities appropriate to discipline and responsibilities as approved by Regional Vice President of Admissions.

Requirements Education
Secondary Education Degree required. Nursing degree preferred. Current state license, as appropriate.

Experience
Three (3) years experience in business development. Managed care/insurance preferred. Experience with public and commercial payers sources preferred. Experience working independently. Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills.

Specific Requirements

Must be knowledgeable of nursing and medical practices and procedures, as well as laws, regulations, and guidelines that pertain to nursing care facilities.
Must possess leadership and supervisory ability and the willingness to work harmoniously with and supervise other personnel.
Must possess the ability to plan, organize, develop, implement, and interpret the programs, goals, objectives, policies and procedures, etc., that are necessary for providing quality care.

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