AdmissionsCoordinator

**_Job Family_ :** Admitting Representative ** _Travel Required_ :** None ** _Clearance Required_ :** None ** _What You Will Do_ :** The Admissions Coordinator is responsible for managing inpatient and outpatient admissions. Registers incoming patients, enters information on admitting forms, explains hospital regulations, and may assign patients to rooms based on the nature of the illness and the type of accommodations available. May prepare identification bracelets and assist in insurance matters. Serves as a liaison between patients, their families, visitors, and the hospital (administration, management, hospital staff, medical staff, etc.) **Type:** Full Time, Part Time - Days, Evenings or Nights **Schedule:** Various schedules that may include 4hr, 8hr, or 12hr shifts - may include working 1 shift every other weekend **Location:** Various locations including UAB and St. Vincent's Facilities in the Birmingham and surrounding areas **Please Note:** This schedule is subject to change based on hospital census and business needs. **Responsibilities and Duties:** * Responsible for obtaining complete and accurate demographic and financial information from a variety of sources, including patient interviews physician offices and in-house departments. * Obtains required signatures on legal consents and insurance forms. * Performs required pre-certification, credit referral or deposit collection. Enters data in computer and thoroughly documents any incomplete admissions/registrations in manner prescribed. Obtains pre-certification, referral or authorization number and updates patient's file. * Notifies patients, family members, physicians and/or supervisors of insurance coverage issues, notifies patients of co-payments, deductibles or deposits needed, documenting all information in computer system. * Reviews Physician’s orders for completion and ensures all required information is listed. * Completes Medicare Compliance and obtains ABN if necessary. * Knowledge of all Fede