MDS Coordinator: Care Planning & Reimbursement Expert

J. Morrissey & Company; Putnam (CT); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

J. Morrissey & Company is seeking an MDS Coordinator to coordinate and manage MDS assessments in accordance with federal and state regulations.

This on-site or hybrid role ensures accurate clinical assessments, compliance with CMS guidelines, and development of individualized care plans to support quality resident outcomes. You will lead interdisciplinary care planning, monitor PDPM/reimbursement accuracy, and educate staff on MDS-related processes while staying current with regulatory changes

Qualifications

• RN or LPN licensed in CT with active status.
• MDS Coordinator Certification or willingness to obtain.
• Minimum 1–2 years of clinical long-term care experience.
• Strong knowledge of MDS 3.0, RAI, and CMS regulations.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate, complete, and submit accurate MDS assessments (admission, quarterly, annual, significant change, discharge).
• Ensure CMS/state/facility compliance with MDS and RAI processes.
• Review clinical documentation to support MDS coding accuracy and reimbursement.
• Monitor ARD schedules and assessment reference dates.
• Lead or participate in interdisciplinary care plan meetings.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Analytical and problem-solving

Written and verbal communication

Independent work

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Education

Active RN license in CT

Active LPN license in good standing

MDS Coordinator Certification (RAC-CT, AANAC)

Tools

PointClickCare

MatrixCare

Job description

J. Morrissey & Company is seeking an MDS Coordinator to coordinate and manage MDS assessments in accordance with federal and state regulations.

This on-site or hybrid role ensures accurate clinical assessments, compliance with CMS guidelines, and development of individualized care plans to support quality resident outcomes. You will lead interdisciplinary care planning, monitor PDPM/reimbursement accuracy, and educate staff on MDS-related processes while staying current with regulatory changes