Admissions Specialist

Job Description:

Job Title: Admissions Specialist
Location: Kirksville, MO
Department: Preferred Family Healthcare
Employment Type: Full Time
Shift: Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM- 5:00 PM
 

Job Summary:

As an Admissions Specialist, you’ll be responsible for performing complex clerical support functions within clinician office practices, ensuring high levels of public contact with clients/patients. You’ll provide excellent customer service, consistently meeting or exceeding department goals and expectations. Our ideal candidate is passionate about client interaction, thrives under pressure, and possesses excellent communication and organizational skills.
 

Living in Kirksville, MO, offers a unique blend of small-town charm and vibrant academic atmosphere due to the presence of Truman State University and A.T. Still University. Residents enjoy a strong sense of community, access to cultural events, and outdoor recreational opportunities. The city's affordable cost of living and friendly atmosphere make it an appealing place to live and raise a family. Join us in making a difference in the lives of individuals who seek our services!

Position Perks & Benefits:

• Employee benefits package - health, dental, vision, retirement, life, & more**

• Competitive 403(b) Retirement Savings Plan – up to 5% match for Part-Time and Full-Time employees

• Company-paid basic life insurance

• 29 Days of PTO for Full-Time employees

• Emergency Medical Leave Program

• Flexible Spending Accounts – healthcare and dependent child-care

• Health & Wellness Program

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

• Employee Discount Program

Key Responsibilities:

• Arrive clients at the clinician practice, greeting them, verifying personal information, insurance, and payment details.

• Schedule clinicians' appointments and confirm client benefits and eligibility.

• Manage appointment changes, cancellations, and no-shows according to the established process.

• Work with clients, families, and staff to resolve any problems during the visit.

• Request, prepare, and ensure the completeness of client health records.

• Collect payments, provide receipts, and ensure transactions are accurately recorded.

• Verify and coordinate client referrals.

• Manage the electronic medical records system effectively.

• Answer phone calls, direct inquiries, and provide leadership with feedback regarding clinician office services.

• Maintain the general appearance of the reception area, ensuring it is welcoming for clients.

• Participate in quality improvement programs and service monitoring initiatives.

• Perform additional duties and projects as assigned by leadership.
   

Education and/or Experience Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED required.

• Previous customer service experience preferred.
   

Additional Qualifications:

• Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills.

• Strong customer service orientation.

• Ability to multitask while maintaining a team player mentality.

• Excellent organization and typing skills.

• Reliable transportation to the assigned area.

Position Perks & Benefits:

Paid time off: full-time employees receive an attractive time off package to balance your work and personal life

Employee benefits package: full-time employees receive health, dental, vision, retirement, life, & more

Top-notch training: initial, ongoing, comprehensive, and supportive

Career mobility: advancement opportunities/promoting from within

Welcoming, warm, supportive: a work culture & environment that promotes your well-being, values you as human being, and encourages your health and happiness

Brightli is on a Mission:

A mission to improve client care, reduce the financial burden of community mental health centers by sharing resources, a mission to have a larger voice in advocacy to increase access to mental health and substance user care in our communities, and a mission to evolve the behavioral health industry to better meet the needs of our clients.

As a behavioral and community mental health provider, we prioritize fostering a culture of belonging and connection within our workforce. We encourage applications from individuals with varied backgrounds and experiences, as we believe that a rich tapestry of perspectives strengthens our mission. If you are passionate about empowering local communities and creating an environment where everyone feels valued and supported, we invite you to join our mission-driven organization dedicated to cultivating an authentic workplace.

We are an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.

Preferred Family Health Care is a Smoke and Tobacco Free Workplace.