MDS Coordinator

Thryve Healthcare; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; 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 is seeking an experienced MDS Coordinator to drive accurate MDS 3.0 assessments and care planning. You will work with an interdisciplinary team to deliver resident-centered care and ensure regulatory compliance.

Responsibilities include coordinating assessments, maintaining care plans, and documenting in EMRs while collaborating with Nursing, Therapy, and Social Services to optimize outcomes.

Qualifications

• 2 years of MDS Coordinator experience in long-term or acute care.
• Strong knowledge of MDS 3.0 assessment and care planning processes.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and conduct resident assessments, including the MDS 3.0, for timely completion.
• Develop, implement, and maintain resident care plans with the interdisciplinary team.
• Use EMRs to document and track resident information and assessments.
• Participate in Care Plan Meetings to ensure resident-centered care.
• Collaborate with Nursing, Therapy, and Social Services to tailor care plans.
• Identify and report quality of care issues to leadership for improvement.

Skills

MDS 3.0 knowledge

Care planning

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Communication skills

Time management

Tools

EMR software

Job description

MDS Coordinator

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