MDS Coordinator

Marquis Health Consulting Services; Springfield (MA); On-site; USD 41,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equal opportunity employer

Job summary

Marquis Health Consulting Services in Springfield, MA seeks an experienced MDS Coordinator to manage MDS assessments, care planning, and regulatory compliance in a long-term care facility.

The role requires 2–3 years nursing experience, strong knowledge of OBRA/Medicare, and proficiency with EHR and MDS software. This full-time position offers up to $50 hourly all-inclusive. You will lead interdisciplinary teams and support audits to ensure high-quality care.

Qualifications

• Nursing experience: 2–3 years in general nursing (LPN or RN).
• Clinical knowledge: strong understanding of assessment, care planning, and regulations.
• Technical skills: proficiency in data entry, EHR, and MDS software systems.
• Soft skills: attention to detail, communication, teamwork, problem-solving, multitasking.
• Professionalism: compassion, patience, confidentiality, and ethical standards.

Responsibilities

• Assessment Management: complete MDS forms for residents (initial, quarterly, annual, and changes).
• Care Planning: collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to update individualized plans.
• Regulatory Compliance: ensure OBRA/Medicare guidelines and data submission.
• Data Collection: conduct interviews, perform assessments, review records for accuracy.
• Team Coordination: lead interdisciplinary meetings and educate staff on MDS standards.
• Resident & Family Interaction: explain care plans and address questions/concerns.
• Quality Monitoring: track progress, update plans, and support audits.

Skills

Nursing experience

Clinical knowledge

Data entry

Attention to detail

Communication

Teamwork

Multitasking

Ethics & confidentiality

Education

LPN or RN license

Tools

MDS software

Electronic Health Records (EHR)

Job description

MDS Coordinator

Full time, Salary up to $50 hourly all inclusive

Manage the Minimum Data Set assessments in a long-term care facility, ensuring accurate patient evaluations, care planning, and regulatory compliance.

Role Overview

Being part of a team responsible for overseeing the assessment and clinical reimbursement process.The primary goal is to evaluate residents’ health, quality of care, and well-being, ensuring that all documentation is accurate, timely, and compliant with state and federal regulations.

Key Responsibilities

• Assessment Management:Complete MDS forms for each resident, including initial intake, quarterly, annual, and significant change assessments

• Care Planning:Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams such as nurses, physicians, therapists, and social workers—to develop and update individualized care plans based on assessment data

• Regulatory Compliance:Ensure all assessments meet federal and state guidelines, including OBRA and Medicare requirements, and submit data to systems

• Data Collection and Documentation:Conduct resident, family, and staff interviews, perform physical assessments, and review medical records to gather accurate information

• Team Coordination:Facilitate interdisciplinary meetings, communicate schedule changes, and educate staff on MDS requirements and documentation standards

• Resident and Family Interaction:Explain care plans, address concerns, and provide guidance on the level of care provided

• Quality Monitoring:Track patient progress, update care plans as needed, and participate in audits or inspections to maintain high-quality care

Required Skills and Qualifications

• Nursing Experience: 2–3 years of general nursing experience (LPN or RN)

• Clinical Knowledge:Strong understanding of clinical assessment, care planning, and healthcare regulations

• Technical Skills:Proficiency in data entry, electronic health records, and MDS software systems

• Soft Skills:Attention to detail, effective communication, teamwork, problem-solving, and the ability to manage multiple tasks under tight deadlines

• Professionalism:Compassion, patience, and sensitivity to residents’ needs, while maintaining confidentiality and ethical standards

Equal opportunity employer