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Full-Time
Admissions Coordinator
Registered Nurse
Posted on 9/13/2025
Medical University of South Carolina
No salary listed
Charleston, SC, USA
In Person
Category
 Medical, Clinical & Veterinary (2) |
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Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Nursing
- Strong understanding of medical necessity criteria and behavioral health diagnoses
- Excellent communication, organizational, and decision-making skills
- Proficiency in EMR systems and Microsoft Office Suite
Responsibilities
- Review patient charts and documentation to assess eligibility for inpatient and EmPATH admission.
- Ensure patients meet established medical and behavioral health criteria.
- Collaborate with attending physicians and clinical teams to confirm appropriateness of admission.
- Document and track admission decisions and rationale.
- Receive and manage referrals from internal departments, external providers, and community partners.
- Maintain accurate records of referral sources and outcomes.
- Build and sustain relationships with referral partners to support ongoing patient flow.
- Serve as the primary liaison between referring providers, clinical teams, and admissions staff.
- Communicate clearly and professionally with physicians, nursing staff, and case managers.
- Provide timely updates to stakeholders regarding admission status and patient placement.
- Ensure all admissions comply with regulatory, organizational, and payer requirements.
- Maintain thorough documentation of patient eligibility, referral details, and admission decisions.
- Assist with audits and reporting as needed.
- Identify trends and barriers in the admissions process and recommend improvements.
- Participate in quality improvement initiatives related to patient access and throughput.
- Generate reports on referral volume, admission rates, and turnaround times.
- Ensure patients are placed in the most appropriate level of care.
- Advocate for timely access to services and continuity of care.
- Support families and caregivers with information about the admissions process.
Desired Qualifications
- Clinical experience in behavioral health, emergency services, or inpatient care strongly preferred.
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