MDS Coordinator

Buenavidasanantonio; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in long-term care is on the lookout for a dedicated MDS Coordinator. This pivotal role focuses on enhancing resident care through meticulous assessments and compliance with regulations. The ideal candidate will exhibit strong organizational and communication skills, ensuring seamless coordination among various departments. With a commitment to resident-centered care, this position offers an opportunity to make a significant impact in the lives of residents. Join a supportive team that values professional growth and fosters an inclusive workplace culture, where your contributions will be recognized and appreciated.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Paid Time Off

401(k) Eligibility

Life Insurance

Short-Term Disability Insurance

Qualifications

• Current Nursing License in good standing is required.
• Strong assessment, communication, and organizational skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate resident assessments and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Monitor documentation accuracy and facilitate interdisciplinary meetings.

Skills

Organizational Skills

Communication Skills

Assessment Skills

Knowledge of Nursing Home Regulations

Collaboration Skills

Education

Current Nursing License

Geriatric Nursing Background

Tools

MDS Software

Job description

Join Our Team as an MDS Coordinator

Enhance Resident Care Through Quality Assessment & Coordination

We’re seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented MDS Coordinator to join our growing team! This role is essential in ensuring accurate assessments, compliance with state and federal regulations, and optimal care planning for our residents. Success in this position requires reliability, strong organizational skills, and a collaborative approach to interdisciplinary coordination.

Your Impact as an MDS Coordinator

In this role, you will:

• Coordinate Resident Assessments: Schedule and oversee admission, annual, quarterly, Medicare, and change-of-condition assessments, ensuring timely communication with nursing and other departments.
• Ensure Regulatory Compliance: Maintain adherence to Federal and State guidelines for comprehensive assessments (MDS).
• Monitor & Maintain Documentation: Review MDS and care plan documentation, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and chronological order for all resident files.
• Utilize MDS Software Proficiency: Maintain expertise in MDS-related software and ensure accurate data entry and reporting.
• Facilitate Medicaid & Interdisciplinary Meetings: Attend and coordinate Medicaid meetings, ITTM meetings, and care planning discussions to ensure seamless communication and updates.
• Update & Implement Care Plans: Ensure care plan accuracy and update as needed based on resident status and assessment results.
• Provide Quality Indicators Reporting: Generate and distribute Quality Indicators Reports for DON, Administrators, and relevant staff to drive quality improvement initiatives.
• Manage MDS Data Transmissions: Perform timely and accurate MDS submissions in compliance with reporting standards.
• Stay Current with Industry Standards: Attend workshops and training sessions to remain updated on industry changes and best practices.
• Oversee Ancillary Management: Collect, manage, and report ancillary services data to corporate billing personnel.

What Makes You a Great Fit

We’re seeking someone who:

• Holds a current Nursing License in good standing.
• Has a geriatric nursing background with a passion for resident-centered care.
• Possesses strong assessment, communication, and organizational skills.
• Demonstrates knowledge of nursing home regulations and compliance requirements.
• Works effectively both independently and as part of a collaborative team.
• Is highly organized and capable of managing multiple projects simultaneously.

Why Choose Creative Solutions in Healthcare?

As one of Texas’s largest and most trusted providers of long-term care, we are dedicated to fostering a supportive and inspiring workplace for our employees.

We offer (for full-time employees):

• Comprehensive Benefits: Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Extra Protection: AD&D, Short-Term Disability, Cancer, Critical Illness, and more
• Life Insurance: Whole and Term Policies
• Professional Growth: Tuition Reimbursement for continued education
• Time to Recharge: Paid Time Off
• Retirement Planning: Immediate 401(k) eligibility
• Unwavering Support: Exceptional corporate resources

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace. Discrimination or harassment based on race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, genetics, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected characteristic is strictly prohibited.