Are you an experienced MDS coordinator who is passionate about residents within a long-term care facility? We have a position for you!Come work at Watertown Healthcare Center and join our family committed to providing excellent patient care! We are looking to hire an experienced MDS Coordinator to help us keep growing. Benefits
- Same day pay with tapcheck
- Competitive health, dental and vision offerings
- Ancillary coverage with AFLAC
- Paid time off and holidays
- Competitive pay
- Small time, home like environment
Job Responsibilities
- Participate in the admission process of prospective residents in terms of their nursing needs and appropriate placement
- Determine potential Resource Utilization Groups (RUGs) and expense associated with a potential admission
- Review all applications for admission, followed by on-site or phone assessment and communicate results of assessment to the Admissions Director
- Complete and assure the accuracy of the MDS process for all residents
- Maintain current working knowledge of Medicare criteria, serving as a resource for nursing staff and communicate changes in regulations
- Monitor Case Mix Index (CMI) scores, looking for potential risks and/or changes that may affect Medicaid reimbursement
- Facilitate problem-solving for complicated admissions
- Monitor Medicare assessment schedules and nursing documentation to ensure accuracy and timely submission
Job Requirements
- 2-years experience in MDS coordinator role or related experience
- Current and valid state nursing license
- Experience in a clinical or skilled nursing facility setting
- Deep medical terminology knowledge
- Demonstrable knowledge of state and federal regulations
- Proficiency in MDS 3.0