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Admissions Associate

First Atlantic Health Care • Portland, ME • 1w ago

Employment Status: Full-Time

Pay Rate: 22

PayRate Interval: Hourly

PayRate Max: 24

Shift: Varied Shifts

PCAL is part of our First Atlantic Healthcare family of nursing and assisted living facilities, 100% Maine based and family-owned. We take pride in service to others, knowing we make a difference in the lives of our seniors. For you and your team members, our homes provide a rewarding career and sense of purpose. Under the ownership of First Atlantic Healthcare, Portland Center Assisted Living follows in First Atlantic's long standing reputation for excellence in Long Term Care.

Learn more about us at https://pcalmaine.com/

An Admissions Associate is a data entry position that oversees the in-patient, bed assignments, and completion of preliminary paperwork for entering patients. Works with medical, nursing and accounting staff to ensure appropriate patient placement. Additionally, Admissions Associate confirms that all insurance benefits coverage meets standards of admission as dictated by policy. The ideal candidate will positively contribute to the philosophy and goals of the organization i.e. mission, values and a person-centered approach. Reports to our Admissions Liaison/Operations Leadership.

Schedule:

Monday - Friday 8:30 am-5:00 pm

On-call weekend and holidays

Opportunity to work hybrid after 90 days of employment

Rate of pay $22.00 to $24.00

Job Duties:

Data entry and communication with insurance companies.

Work with Admissions Director to admit patients to facility, verify insurance eligibility, etc.

Expedites flow of admissions through timely decision making and collaboration with all involved parties as necessary.

Obtain verification or authorization of payment source(s)

Document referrals and outcomes of each potential referral

Maintain Admission Log

Understand the impact of reimbursement for various payer sources including, but not limited to, Medicare, MaineCare and Managed Care.

Maintain daily census and mix goals per facility budget.

Produce required reports, summaries and recommendations.

Communicate admission information to facilities in a timely manner.

Obtains pre-certification from insurance companies, as needed

Promote excellent customer service skills and role-model consistently.

Maintain excellent working relationships with all internal and external colleagues

Skills and Abilities

Excellence in your work is a priority

Excellent typing skills and be proficient E-mail, Calendars, and Microsoft Office Software.

Understanding of functions and use of office equipment (including computer, fax, copier, printer, postage machine, and phone system, etc.)

High level Customer Service skills.

Flexible and a strong prioritization skills.

Able to deal tactfully with the team and the general public.

Able and willing to work harmoniously with professional and non-professional personnel.

Healthcare experience preferred

Medical Terminology preferred

Data Entry (1 Year)

Minimum Qualifications:

Must be a Maine resident

High School Diploma or equivalent

Must be able to write the English language in a legible and understandable manner

Benefits:

Tuition reimbursement

Eligible employees have access to full benefits; medical, dental, vision, and disability

Employer paid life insurance

Flexible savings account, including medical & dependent

Paid Time Off available to all employees

401(k) Retirement savings program with employer match

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