Admission Coordinator

Medical Rehabilitation (out-patient) Facility seeking full-time quality Admissions Coordinator.

Ability KC offers comprehensive benefits packages which include, but are not limited to, employer-paid health insurance option, dental insurance options, vision, long- and short-term disability, generous paid time off, extended sick leave, etc. Additionally, we offer a paid winter break to employees.

JOB OVERVIEW:

Under the general direction of the Admissions Manager, responsible for answering the departmental telephone and answering inquiries of clients and referral sources about the program services. Schedules appointments and confirms appointments as outlined in department procedure. Assists patients/clients with re-scheduling appointments if necessary. Relay patient/client concerns to the appropriate staff. This position has considerable contact with the public, persons served, referral sources, payers, and visitors.

Completes the pre-admission process which includes intake/registration. Verifies and enters demographic and insurance information into database, obtains signatures on legal consents and insurance forms, receives payments, and issues receipts. Identifies patients/clients requiring pre-admission approvals from third-party payers and verifies approvals/authorizations. Assures accuracy of patient data.

Ensure that patients/caregivers/referral sources and staff are kept current on the preadmission process for clients and informed of any issues impacting the admissions. Provides coverage as indicated when the Admissions Department Manager is not on site. This position will have considerable contact with the public, persons served, referral sources, payers, and visitors. All duties require maintaining patient/client confidentiality as required by Ability KC policy and procedures. This position may be asked to assist with other duties as needed in the organization.

All duties require maintaining patient/client confidentiality as required by Ability KC’s policies and procedures. This position may be asked to perform other duties as needed in the organization. Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.

Maintains professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops and conferences.

EDUCATION:

High school diploma or equivalent.

EXPERIENCE:

Minimum of two years of experience in general office work is required

Insurance and front office experience is preferred.

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION:

Good knowledge of correct English grammar, spelling, and punctuation skills. Able to operate standard word processing package(s). Must be comfortable with public contact and working with persons with disabilities. Knowledge of medical terminology and strong organizational skills desired.

This position shall have access only to patient or client Protected Health Information on a need-to-know basis (only that Protected Health Information that is required to perform the job duties described in this job description).

WHO WE ARE:
As a Kansas City based not-for-profit since 1947, Ability KC builds brighter futures for children and adults with disabilities through medical, educational, and vocational therapeutic services. The depth, breadth, and continuum of expertise within the Ability KC team is internationally recognized through multiple accreditations and more importantly through the achievement of milestones by the individuals and families served. The Ability KC mission and culture is founded upon legacy that continues to innovate and evolve through the connectedness of team, those served, families and caregivers, referral and partner organizations, supporters, volunteers, and community. Ability KC is a designated comprehensive outpatient rehabilitation facility (CORF) since 2002, accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities since 1971 and accreditation with National Association for the Education of Young Children.

Ability KC is a leading hub of therapeutic services supporting the continuum of disabilities across ages. From our goal-oriented approach in services to our long-range planning, our teams are continually looking towards building a foundation of success for those we serve and our organization today and into the future. As we look ahead to the next chapter in our history, we envision a more inclusive community that prepares individuals of all varying abilities to fully participate and contribute to our community. We envision communities that are more adaptable, more inclusive, and stronger as individuals and their families’ partner with Ability KC for every transition in life.

Ability KC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

Background and post offer drug screenings required. COVID vaccination or applicable exemption required with proof submitted prior to starting employment.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• 403(b)
• 403(b) matching
• Bereavement leave
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible spending account
• Free flu shots
• Free parking
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Loan repayment program
• Paid sick time
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance
• Wellness program

Healthcare setting:

• Outpatient
• Rehabilitation center

Medical specialties:

• Geriatrics
• Pediatrics
• Physical & Rehabilitation Medicine

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

COVID-19 considerations:
COVID vaccination or applicable exemption required with proof submitted prior to starting employment.

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Experience:

• general office: 2 years (Preferred)
• Insurance verification: 1 year (Preferred)

Language:

• a foreign language (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $34,100 - $43,100