Admitting Supervisor supervises the day-to-day patient admissions and access operations and staff responsible for required registration, and patient intake processes. Follows standardized processes for admission procedures to ensure accurate data collection, a positive patient experience, and effective coordination between clinical and administrative teams. Being an Admitting Supervisor monitors operational metrics to improve processes, increase efficiency, or correct problems. Prepares staff work schedules to ensure coverage and coordinate training and staff resources. Additionally, Admitting Supervisor follows all established policies and standards to preserve patient confidentiality, ensure data security and comply with all applicable regulations. May require a bachelor's degree. Typically reports to a manager. The Admitting Supervisor supervises a small group of para-professional staff in an organization characterized by highly transactional or repetitive processes. Contributes to the development of processes and procedures. To be an Admitting Supervisor typically requires 3 years experience in the related area as an individual contributor. Thorough knowledge of functional area under supervision. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
Reporting to the Admitting Manager, this position
interviews incoming patients or their representatives and is responsible for
information that is accurate and complete. Prepares admission forms and
obtains necessary documentation as required. Answer patient’s questions
and must be a resource of information regarding hospital policies and
procedures, including but not limited to, personal property safekeeping and
interdepartmental processes relating to admitting functions. Is responsible for
patient confidentiality.
Experience in a hospital admitting department preferred.
Ability to understand medical terminology desired.
Current CPR certification required within 2 months of hire. (American Heart Association only)