MDS Coordinator

Athena Health Care Systems; Marlborough (MA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking healthcare provider as an MDS Coordinator at a vibrant rehabilitation center. This role is pivotal in assessing residents' needs, developing tailored care plans, and ensuring adherence to regulatory standards. You'll work closely with a dedicated team, contributing to the well-being of residents while fostering a supportive environment for staff. With a commitment to high-quality care and employee development, this position offers a fulfilling opportunity to make a real difference in people's lives. If you are passionate about nursing and want to grow in your career, this is the perfect place for you.

Qualifications

• Must possess a Nursing Degree from an accredited institution.
• Current RN or LPN license required.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate MDS process and oversee ADL training.
• Ensure compliance with CMS regulations and manage Medicare benefits.

Skills

MDS Coordination

Nursing Skills

Regulatory Compliance

Leadership

Communication

Education

Nursing Degree

Job description

We are hiring an MDS Coordinator to join our dynamic care team at Marlborough Hills Rehabilitation & Health Care Center!

Weekly pay. Shift is Monday-Friday 8a-4p. Can be an LPN or RN.

Working with our team and residents will give you purpose in your professional and personal life.

Here at Athena Health Care Systems, our employees are the heart of our organization, and we take immense pride in their dedication. We are not only committed to delivering high-quality care and customer service to our patients and their families, but we also aspire to be the employer of choice. We strive to create a workplace where your skills and talents are nurtured to allow you to grow within the company.

As the MDS Coordinator, you will play a crucial role in assessing and documenting residents’ needs, developing care plans, and ensuring compliance with regulations.

Experience & Education:

• Must possess, as a minimum, a Nursing Degree from an accredited school of nursing, college or university.
• Must possess a current, unencumbered license to practice as an RN or LPN in this state.
• Prior MDS experience is required.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Coordination of MDS process
• Oversees ADL training for facility and staff.
• Issues and delivers denial notices timely and appropriately.
• Complete and transmit all CMS approved item sets (MDS)
• Must be knowledgeable of and follow current CMS regulatory guidelines as described in RAI Manual.
• Complies with facility privacy policies and procedures and protects residents’ individual health information.
• Maintains Medicare meeting minutes per Medicare program agreement.
• Issues and delivers Medicare denial letters per CMS regulations.
• Assures appropriate management of residents’ Medicare/Insurance benefits.
• Maintains adequate systems to ensure appropriate documents are sufficient to support billed services.
• Other duties assigned by manager.

Specific Requirements:

• Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language.
• Must possess the ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such an action.
• Must possess the ability to deal tactfully with personnel, residents, family members, visitors, government agencies/personnel and the general public.
• Must be able to coordinate MDS systems, resident assessment, and care plans for each resident timely.
• Must be knowledgeable of nursing and medical practices and procedures, as well as laws, regulations, and guidelines that pertain to long term care.
• Must possess leadership and