Admission Coordinator - Clinical

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Requirements:

• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills in English.
• Bachelor’s degree in healthcare or related field or equivalent experience.
• 2-3 years in healthcare admissions or case management; familiarity with discharge records and insurance verification.
• Understanding of healthcare systems, medical terminology, and referral processes.
• Strong analytical, communication, and organizational skills; proficiency with healthcare software and Microsoft Office.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, maintain confidentiality, and collaborate with teams.
• Detail-oriented, empathetic, and able to prioritize tasks independently.
• Strong decision-making abilities.

Responsibilities:

• Review and analyze hospital discharge medical records to assess clinical compatibility with available medical services.
• Assess patients' social and mental backgrounds to determine facility suitability.
• Verify patients' health insurance benefits and eligibility; submit prior authorization.
• Admit eligible and appropriate patients to the facility.
• Collaborate with social workers from various hospitals for smooth patient placements.
• Respond to service and referral inquiries per established scripts.
• Coordinate with hospital marketers to ensure comprehensive patient care.
• Work closely with clinical teams to ensure necessary medical services are available before accepting referrals.