Assistant HCPPA (Admissions Assistant)

Carter is a leading, comprehensive specialty care hospital and nursing facility dedicated to providing quality medical, sub-acute, rehabilitative and long-term specialty services. We are committed to serving the New York City and surrounding communities while setting the example as a national leader in long-term and subacute care with centers of excellence in areas such as: geriatrics, rehabilitation and ventilator dependence.

At NYC Health + Hospitals, our mission is to deliver high quality care health services, without exception. Every employee takes a person-centered approach that exemplifies the ICARE values (Integrity, Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence) through empathic communication and partnerships between all persons.

POSITION OVERVIEW: This role will support the admissions team to ensure that patient/resident additions are processed in a timely and efficient manner

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Input patient/resident data of new and re-admissions into PCC LEAD
• Organizing and Inputting admissions information into Point Click Care (PCC)
• Upload admissions documents into PCC including but not limited to: PRI , admissions application; Allscripts communication and required test results
• Verify valid insurance coverage on all potential patients/residents prior to admission
• Follow up with hospitals to obtain any additional information/ documents needed
• Obtain Epaces & My ability Report to verify Medicare or Medicaid coverage
• Open cases with insurance provider for authorization as needed
• Promptly answer phone calls and provided information or route as necessary
• Help other Post-Acute admission teams as required

1. A Baccalaureate Degree from an accredited college or university in Business Administration, Engineering or Social Science, Health Care Specialization, Physical Sciences or related program; or,

2. High School graduate with four years of experience related to Health Care Program Planning, Research, Design, Operation, Evaluation and Analysis; or,

3. A satisfactory equivalent combination of training, education and experience; and,

4. Demonstrated skills in written and oral communication.

DEPARTMENTAL PREFERENCES:

• One (1) year of administrative experience and background in healthcare setting
• Knowledge EMS and related programs such as of Allscripts, Epaces and My ability,
• Intermediate level proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite. Specifically, Word, Excel and Outlook
• Excellent oral and written communication skills

• Excellent interpersonal skills and strong team player
• Flexibility and adaptability to changing workloads and ability to work in fast paced environment
• Self-motivated with problem -solving approach
• Ability to work one weekend day and assigned holidays

If you wish to apply for this position, please apply online by clicking the "Apply Now" button or go to employment.nychhc.org