AVA Admissions Director Interim SW Portland Oregon (Finance)
Interim Admissions Director
Avamere Crestview of Portland 6530 SW 30th Ave, Portland, OR 97239
Monday - Friday, 8:30 - 5:00 PDT
On Call and some weekend hours - will be provided a phone
Need: mid April/May - August, 2025
To apply, click www.teamavamere.com
The primary responsibility of this position is to coordinate the admissions process to ensure optimal transition and adjustment to the facility for our residents.
Responsibilities:
- Build and maintain professional relationships with referral source contacts including hospitals, physicians, clinic managers, insurance case managers, liaisons, and state and county caseworkers.
- Coordinate the admission of each new resident, ensuring resident's room is ready before they arrive and communicating with all departments to prepare for the new admission.
- Conduct facility tours and ensure the interior of the facility is tour-ready and presents well to visitors at all times.
- Assist in the resident admission orientation program, and provide residents with an admission information packet.
- Review and explain to each new resident and/or resident's family facility room rates, billing procedures, visitor/guest privileges, restrictions and resident care procedures.
- Maintain an accurate record of available beds and a resident waiting list.
- Complete, maintain and analyze daily and monthly census reports.
- Coordinate 24/7 backup systems and coverage for admissions.
Qualifications and Skillsets:
- Bachelor's Degree in Healthcare Administration or closely related field with 1 or more years of experience; or 2 years of experience in a similar position.
- Knowledgeable of reimbursement systems such as Medicaid, Medicare and private insurances.
- Knowledgeable of the rules, regulations and guidelines that govern nursing care facilities.
- Able to deal tactfully with personnel, residents, visitors and the general public.
- Maintain confidentiality of all resident care information in accordance with HIPAA guidelines.
Excellent benefit package and competitive salary offered.
