A major medical facility in Richmond Hill, NY seeks a Director of Hospital Admissions This is a full-time position and is onsite.
Job Summary:
Responsible for managing and directing the admissions process in a healthcare facility, including hospital, doctor's office, nursing homes and other related business.
Develops hospital policies related to admissions, ER Registration and Pre-testing in collaboration with Hospital Administrators
Coordinates department's activities with Financial Management, Administration and Utilization Review.
Responsibilities:
Plans, organizes and manages an efficient Admitting Department, ER Registration and Pre-Testing Department.
Cooperates with all other departments with the hospitals and physician to ensure prompt admission and placement of the patient into appropriate setting.
Designs systems and methods utilizing computer applications to compile accurate statistics, census and billing information.
Develops and maintains job descriptions and performance evaluations.
Oversees processes and prepayment plans, self-pay admission and discuss special arrangements for payment with Financial Administrations on behalf of the patient and physicians.
Creates an estimated bill for all elective surgeries/deliveries.
Oversees the preparation of payroll and scheduling including prior approval for overtime or additional hours.
Prepares reports for Administrative and regulatory guidelines.
Attends meeting in accordance with the hospital and regulatory guidelines.
Develops policies and procedures, including departmental orientations and annual competency assessment tools.
Maintains knowledge of Medicare and Medicaid regulations.
Maintains a working knowledge of Federal and State regulations and reimbursement.
Develops, implements and maintains revenue generating strategies related to admission and patient capacity.
Evaluates staff performance in collaboration with the Manager and make recommendations of salary increase and or disciplinary actions.
Ensures compliance with staff orientation requirements, annual reorientation, assessment needs, trainings and annual physical requirements.
Prepares budgets for the carious cost centers under his/her directions monitor expense reports.
Selects office supplies and equipment to be purchased.
Performs other duties as assigned or when necessary, and unrelated duties in times of emergency.
Education and Requirements:
Master's degree in public health, healthcare administration or business administration a plus.
Bachelor's degree in healthcare administration or similar field preferred.
2-3 years' experience in healthcare administration at the managerial level required, director level preferred.
Prior experience in healthcare admissions preferred.