MDS Director

Aston Group; Florida; On-site; USD 55,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

Sandgate Gardens Rehab and Nursing Center in Fort Pierce, Florida seeks an experienced MDS Director to lead assessment operations and ensure regulatory compliance, quality care, and timely patient evaluations.

The role includes administering MDS 3.0 assessments, scheduling Medicare/Medicaid workflows, initiating coverage for new patients, handling denials, and keeping abreast of Medicare changes to support accurate reimbursement.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in MDS 3.0.
• Demonstrated knowledge of state and federal regulations.
• Registered Nurse with current, active license in the state employed.

Responsibilities

• Administer patient assessments and oversee the assessment process.
• Set assessment schedules and ensure timely and accurate assessments.
• Coordinate care plans per regulatory requirements; ensure resources for patients.
• Create schedules for Medicare/Medicaid patients and manage coverage/start/denial letters.
• Stay up-to-date on Medicare coverage changes and assist with reimbursement documents.

Skills

MDS 3.0

Regulatory knowledge

RN license

Education

Bachelor's degree in Nursing

Job description

MDS Director

Full Time

Join the Sandgate Gardens team of passionate professionals who are boldly redefining the world of healthcare!

We are seeking an experienced and compassionate MDS Director to join our team at Sandgate Gardens Rehab and Nursing Center in Fort Pierce, Florida. As a key member of our healthcare team, the MDS Director will play a critical role in ensuring the highest quality of care for our patients while adhering to regulatory requirements.

About the Role:

As the Director of MDS, you will be responsible for administering patient assessments and overseeing the assessment process, setting assessment schedules, and ensuring that assessments are done accurately and in a timely manner. You will coordinate the care plan according to regulatory requirements and ensure that resources are made available to patients and that patient care is delivered effectively and to a satisfactory standard. Additionally, you will create the schedule for all Medicare and Medicaid patients, start Medicare coverage for newly qualified patients or send out denial letters, and stay up-to-date on changes in Medicare coverage and help determine the necessary documents for reimbursement.

Requirements:

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Nursing

• Experience: Minimum two (2) years of clinical experience in an LTC setting; prior experience as an MDS Director or Coordinator is preferred

• Skills:

  • Proficiency in MDS 3.0

  • Demonstrating knowledge of state and federal regulations

  • Registered Nurse with current, active license in the state employed

• Compensation: $40 - $46 HOURLY

What We Offer:

Join our dynamic team at Sandgate Gardens Rehab and Nursing Center and take advantage of the opportunity to work with a passionate and dedicated team of healthcare professionals. If you are motivated, experienced, and passionate about delivering high-quality patient care, we encourage you to apply for this rewarding opportunity.

Compliance notice (Florida): This position requires background screening through the Florida Clearinghouse. For more information, visit: info.flclearinghouse.com. This URL is provided to meet state posting requirements.