MDS Coordinator

Marquis Health Consulting Services; Wilmington (MA); On-site; USD 41,328 - 82,656; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition reimbursement

Employee referral bonus

Health benefits

Vision benefits

Dental benefits

401(k) with match

Life insurance

EAP resources

Job summary

Willow Brook Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center is seeking an MDS Coordinator (Full‑time) to ensure timely, accurate MDS assessments for resident care planning and regulatory compliance. The role includes supervising data entry, resolving discrepancies, and presenting reports to nursing leadership.

The ideal candidate holds an active RN license with 3+ years in long‑term care and MDS/RAI experience, plus solid knowledge of Medicare/Medicaid regulations and reimbursement systems.

Qualifications

• RN license required and active.
• Minimum of three (3) years of clinical experience in a long‑term care setting.
• Prior MDS/RAI experience required.
• Strong clinical assessment skills with attention to detail and accuracy.
• Working knowledge of Medicare and Medicaid regulations and reimbursement systems.

Responsibilities

• Ensure timely and accurate completion of all MDS assessments in accordance with regulatory requirements and deadlines.
• Verify compliance with federal, state, and facility regulations related to MDS documentation and submission.
• Supervise MDS data entry, validation, and transmission processes to ensure accuracy and timeliness.
• Identify, investigate, and resolve data discrepancies and validation issues.
• Prepare and present MDS‑related reports and updates to the Director of Nursing and leadership team.
• Provide feedback to clinical teams and address operational concerns related to documentation and care planning.
• Participate in facility surveys, audits, and regulatory reviews, providing required documentation and support.
• Assist with audit responses and maintain ongoing compliance with Medicare and Medicaid requirements.
• Stay current on changes to Medicare, Medicaid, and RAI/MDS regulations and guidelines.
• Support and contribute to MDS‑related quality improvement and performance initiatives.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to ensure accurate representation of resident care needs.

Skills

MDS/RAI experience

Regulatory knowledge

Attention to detail

Supervisory skills

Communication skills

Education

RN license (active)

BSN/LPN preferred

Job description

Willow Brook Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center – MDS Coordinator (Full‑time)

Salary range: $30‑$60 per hour.

The MDS Coordinator plays a critical role in ensuring timely, accurate, and compliant completion of all Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessments to support resident care planning, reimbursement, and regulatory compliance.

Responsibilities

• Ensure timely and accurate completion of all MDS assessments in accordance with regulatory requirements and established deadlines.
• Verify compliance with federal, state, and facility regulations related to MDS documentation and submission.
• Supervise MDS data entry, validation, and transmission processes to ensure accuracy and timeliness.
• Identify, investigate, and resolve data discrepancies and validation issues.
• Prepare and present MDS‑related reports and updates to the Director of Nursing and leadership team.
• Provide feedback to clinical teams and address operational concerns related to documentation and care planning.
• Participate in facility surveys, audits, and regulatory reviews, providing required documentation and support.
• Assist with audit responses and maintain ongoing compliance with Medicare and Medicaid requirements.
• Stay current on changes to Medicare, Medicaid, and RAI/MDS regulations and guidelines.
• Support and contribute to MDS‑related quality improvement and performance initiatives.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to ensure accurate representation of resident care needs.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing (RN, BSN, or LPN).
• Current, active RN license required.
• Minimum of three (3) years of clinical experience in a long‑term care setting.
• Prior MDS/RAI experience required.
• Strong clinical assessment skills with attention to detail and accuracy.
• Working knowledge of Medicare and Medicaid regulations and reimbursement systems.

Benefits

• Tuition reimbursement
• Employee referral bonus
• Health, vision, and dental benefits
• 401(k) with match
• Employee engagement and culture committee
• Company‑sponsored life insurance
• Employee assistance program (EAP) resources

The facility provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply.