Admissions Coordinator Skilled Nursing

Job Description

Job Description

Are you a people-focused healthcare professional who enjoys building relationships, staying organized, and helping patients and families navigate important transitions in care?

A skilled nursing and rehabilitation facility in the Hamilton, NJ area is seeking an experienced and compassionate Admissions Coordinator to join our team.

The Admissions Coordinator plays an important role in welcoming new residents and coordinating the admission process from referral through arrival. This position works closely with hospitals, physicians, social workers, discharge planners, families, insurance companies, and our internal clinical team to ensure each admission is handled efficiently and professionally.

Full Time : Tuesday-Saturday EITHER 9A-5P or 10A-6P

Why Join Us?

• Health, Dental, Vision and more benefits

• Paid Time Off

• Make a meaningful difference during an important transition in a patient's healthcare journey

• Work with a supportive team of healthcare professionals

• Build relationships with hospitals, physicians, healthcare providers, residents, and families

• Develop valuable experience within the skilled nursing and post-acute healthcare industry

• Opportunity for professional growth and advancement

• Be part of a team that values compassionate care and exceptional service

• Coordinate and facilitate the admissions process for new residents

• Receive, review, and follow up on referrals from hospitals, physicians, healthcare providers, and community partners

• Collect and verify demographic, insurance, and admission information

• Coordinate required documentation and paperwork prior to admission

• Communicate with hospitals, discharge planners, case managers, social workers, residents, and families

• Help ensure appropriate information is communicated to the nursing and interdisciplinary teams prior to admission

• Assist residents and families with questions throughout the admission process

• Coordinate admission logistics and help ensure a smooth transition into the facility

• Maintain accurate and timely admission records

• Assist with insurance verification, authorizations, and related admission requirements

• Follow up with referral sources and maintain strong professional relationships

• Provide excellent customer service to prospective residents and their families

• Work closely with facility leadership and clinical staff to support census and occupancy goals

• Maintain confidentiality and comply with all applicable healthcare regulations and facility policies

• Previous experience in skilled nursing, long-term care, rehabilitation, hospital, or another healthcare setting

• Previous admissions, intake, case management, social services, or healthcare coordination experience preferred

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills

• Excellent organization and attention to detail

• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment

• Professional, friendly, and compassionate approach when working with residents and families

• Comfortable communicating with healthcare professionals and referral sources

• Knowledge of Medicare, Medicaid, managed care, insurance verification, or post-acute admissions is a plus

• Strong computer and documentation skills

• Ability to work independently while also collaborating effectively with an interdisciplinary team

Equal Opportunity Employer