Admitting Director directs patient admissions and access operations, staffing, policies, and practices. Develops and maintains 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 Director analyzes operational metrics to improve processes, increase efficiency, or correct problems. Establishes policies and standards to preserve patient confidentiality, ensure data security and comply with all applicable regulations. Additionally, Admitting Director typically requires a bachelor's degree. Typically reports to a head of a unit/department. The Admitting Director typically manages through subordinate managers and professionals in larger groups of moderate complexity. Provides input to strategic decisions that affect the functional area of responsibility. May give input into developing the budget. To be an Admitting Director typically requires 3+ years of managerial experience. Capable of resolving escalated issues arising from operations and requiring coordination with other departments. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
Admitting Clerk registers and admits patients to hospital. Interviews patients to obtain required medical and financial information and completes registration forms. Being an Admitting Clerk verifies patient insurance and ensures registration forms are properly signed. May be expected to perform other admissions related clerical work. Additionally, Admitting Clerk requires a high school diploma or its equivalent. The admitting Clerk possess a moderate understand of general aspects of the job.