Coordinator, Admissions Exempt

This position will work under the direction of the DBD and be responsible for patient admissions, insurance verification and other insurance verification duties as directed. This individual will be responsible for obtaining the necessary demographic information of the patient which may require interviewing patients or their representatives. This position is also responsible for preparing/processing admitting forms and keeps abreast of all new insurance updates and regulations

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

1. High School Diploma/GED or equivalent experience required.

2. Minimum of 2 years experience in Admitting and/or medical insurance preferred.

3. Must be able to follow written and oral instructions.

OTHER SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, AND ABILITIES:

The employee must maintain a professional demeanor and appearance to reflect proper image for the Hospital and the board members, medical staff, community leaders and fellow employees. Must have good organizational skills and analytical ability in order to interpret information, and carry out duties independently. Must be cooperative and have the desire to be a team player. Must recognize and observe confidentiality principles.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

1. Sitting, standing, bending, lifting, and moving intermittently during working hours

2. Working in well lighted/ventilated office areas of the facility.

3. Subject to frequent interruptions.

4. Willingness to work beyond normal working hours when necessary and in other positions temporarily, when necessary.

5. Attend and participate in continuing education programs.

6. May be subjected to infectious diseases, substances, and contaminated articles, etc.

7. Is subject to quiet to moderate noise levels.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENT:

1. Must be able to move intermittently throughout day.

2. Must be able to cope with the mental and emotional stress of the position.

3. Must possess sight/hearing senses or use prosthetics that will enable these senses to function adequately, so that the requirements of this position can be fully met.

Lifepoint Health is a leader in community-based care and driven by a mission of Making Communities Healthier. Our diversified healthcare delivery network spans 29 states and includes 63 community hospital campuses, 32 rehabilitation and behavioral health hospitals, and more than 170 additional sites of care across the healthcare continuum, such as acute rehabilitation units, outpatient centers and post-acute care facilities. We believe that success is achieved through talented people. We want to create places where employees want to work, with opportunities to pursue meaningful and satisfying careers that truly make a difference in communities across the country.