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Title:Patient Admissions Representative FT

ID:5930-2

Department:Admissions

Description

Full Time PositionMonday – Friday 9:30a-6pSalary: $20.00 - $22.00 per hour

MAIN FUNCTION:

- Initial contact for potential clients and/or families, EAP’s, detoxes and other referral sources to facilitate admission to appropriate Seafield facility.

- This position is classified as Essential Day 2 for emergency closure purposes.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

+ Ensure that all clients are treated with dignity and respect.

+ Affirming care for Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender and Questioning clients.

+ Assist with client admissions, working with medical facilities, employers, and referral sources.

+ Answer calls, explain Seafield programs, and record admission info.

+ Schedule assessment appointments and handle insurance Verifications.

+ Ensure insurance verification is complete before assessments.

+ Prepare documents and work with UR and Medical departments.

+ Coordinate transportation for client admissions.

+ Maintain relationships with referral sources and follow their protocols.

+ Coordinate bed availability and review medical paperwork for placement.

+ Work with Medical Director and maintain the bed board.

+ Scan documents, give tours, and process payments.

+ Required weekend/evening shifts.

+ Perform other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION AND QUALIFICATIONS:

High school graduate with a minimum of two (2) years working experience in public service area. Good basic telephone and typing skills. Must be detail oriented and able to work independently. Thorough knowledge of and experience with 12 Step Recovery Program.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

+ Requires talking, hearing, and specific vision abilities (close, distance, and focus).

+ Primarily sedentary, with occasional walking and standing.

+ Must be able to use a computer, keyboard, mouse, calculator, copier, fax, scanner, and phone