Facility: Wedgewood Healthcare and Rehabilitation
Position: Admissions Director
Location: Lakeland, Florida
Schedule: Full-Time
Salary: Up to $95,000 per year, depending on experience
Join Our Team as an Admissions Director!
Wedgewood Healthcare and Rehabilitation is seeking an experienced and driven Admissions Director to lead and manage our admissions operations. This key leadership role is responsible for overseeing the admissions process from referral to admission while supporting census growth and maintaining strong referral relationships within the community.
If you have skilled nursing experience and a strong understanding of payer sources and authorization processes, we encourage you to apply!
Key Responsibilities:
Oversee and manage the admissions process from referral to admission
Serve as liaison between hospitals, physicians, case managers, families, and internal interdisciplinary teams
Review clinical documentation to determine appropriateness for admission and payer authorization requirements
Coordinate with nursing, therapy, social services, and finance to ensure smooth and timely admissions
Manage bed availability, census development, and daily admissions tracking
Develop and maintain strong referral source relationships to support occupancy growth
Educate referral partners on facility services, clinical programs, and outcomes
Provide guidance and support to patients and families throughout the admission process
Collaborate with leadership to meet occupancy and revenue goals
Qualifications & Experience:
Minimum 2 years of experience in admissions, intake, case management, or healthcare business development
Prior experience in a Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF) or post-acute setting strongly preferred
Previous experience as an Admissions Director or Admissions Coordinator required
Strong knowledge of Medicare, Medicaid, Managed Care, and payer authorization processes
Familiarity with state and federal healthcare regulations related to admissions and transfers
Experience working collaboratively with interdisciplinary clinical teams
Proficiency in EMR and referral management systems such as PointClickCare, CarePort, NaviHealth, and AllScripts
Benefits:
Comprehensive Medical & Dental Coverage
Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
401(k) Retirement Plan
Employee Recognition Program
Supportive, team-oriented work environment
Company perks and employee discounts
Ready to take the next step in your career? Apply today and join a team committed to excellence in post-acute care.
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