MDS Coordinator

THRYVE Healthcare; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

FSA

Life Insurance

Critical Illness Insurance

Short-Term Disability Insurance

Accident Insurance

Hospital Indemnity Insurance

401(k) Retirement Savings Plan

On-Demand Pay Option

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Tuition Reimbursement Program

Job summary

THRYVE Healthcare in Chicago, IL is seeking a skilled MDS Coordinator to join our clinical team. You will assess residents using MDS 3.0, develop care plans with an interdisciplinary team, and ensure accurate documentation in the EMR.

You will participate in care plan meetings and help drive quality improvement while maintaining confidentiality and regulatory compliance. All duties require strong collaboration with Nursing, Therapy, and Social Services to provide resident-centered care and

Qualifications

• 2 years of experience as an MDS Coordinator in long-term or acute care.
• Strong knowledge of MDS 3.0 assessment and care planning.
• Excellent communication, organization, and discretion.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and conduct resident assessments, including the MDS 3.0 assessment.
• Develop, implement, and maintain resident care plans in collaboration with the interdisciplinary team.
• Utilize electronic medical records (EMRs) to document and track resident information and assessments.
• Participate in Care Plan Meetings and other interdisciplinary team meetings to ensure resident-centered care.
• Collaborate with Nursing, Therapy, and Social Services to develop and implement individualized care plans.
• Identify and report potential quality of care issues and opportunities for improvement to the Director of Nursing and other stakeholders.

Skills

Communication skills

Time management

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Confidentiality

Job description

THRYVE Healthcare, a leading healthcare organization, is seeking a highly skilled and dedicated MDS Coordinator to join our team. As an integral member of our clinical staff, the MDS Coordinator will play a critical role in ensuring the highest quality care for our residents while maintaining compliance with industry regulations and standards.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and conduct resident assessments, including the Minimum Data Set (MDS) 3.0 assessment, to ensure accurate and timely completion of assessments
• Develop, implement, and maintain resident care plans in collaboration with the interdisciplinary team
• Utilize electronic medical records (EMRs) to document and track resident information and assessments
• Participate in Care Plan Meetings and other interdisciplinary team meetings to ensure resident-centered care
• Collaborate with other departments, such as Nursing, Therapy, and Social Services, to develop and implement individualized care plans
• Identify and report potential quality of care issues and opportunities for improvement to the Director of Nursing and other stakeholders

Requirements

• 2 years of experience as an MDS Coordinator (or equivalent experience in long-term care or acute care setting)
• Strong knowledge of MDS 3.0 assessment and care planning processes
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with interdisciplinary team members
• Strong organizational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information with discretion

Benefits

• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Life Insurance
• Critical Illness Insurance
• Short-Term Disability Insurance
• Accident Insurance
• Hospital Indemnity Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan
• On-Demand Pay Option
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Tuition Reimbursement Program