What are the responsibilities and job description for the MDS Coordinator position at Fairway Oaks Center?
Fairway Oaks Center is seeking an MDS Coordinator!
TOP WAGES & DAILY PAY OPTION AVAILABLE!!!
The MDS Coordinator administers patient assessments and oversees the assessment process, setting the assessment schedules and assuring that assessments are done in an accurate and timely manner.
The MDS Coordinator coordinates the care plan as according to regulatory requirements. Ensure that resources are made available to patients and that patient care is delivered effectively and to a satisfactory standard. Create the schedule for all Medicare and Medicaid. Start Medicare coverage for newly qualified patients or send out denial letters and remain updated on changes in Medicare coverage and help determine documents needed for reimbursement.
Why Join Us
- DAILY PAY OPTION!
- Competitive Compensation.
- Great Benefits Package.
- Engaging Work Atmosphere.
- Innovative Training Programs.
- Excellent Growth Opportunities.
- And So Much More!
QUALIFICATIONS for the position of MDS Coordinator:
EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE:
- Bachelor’s in Nursing
- Proficiency in MDS 3.0
- Demonstrating knowledge of state and federal regulations
- Registered Nurse with current, active license in the state employed – OR –
- Licensed Practical Nurse with current, active license in the state employed
- Minimum two (2) years of clinical experience in an LTC setting
- Prior experience as an MDS coordinator
RESPONSIBILITIES of the MDS Coordinator include, but are not limited to:
- Oversees accurate and thorough completion of the Minimum Data Set (MDS), Care Area Assessments (CAAs) and Care Plans, in accordance with current federal and state regulations and guidelines that govern the process
- Acts as an in-house Case Manager demonstrating detailed knowledge of residents’ health status, critical thinking skills to develop an appropriate care pathway and timely communication of needed information to the resident, family, other health care professionals and third-party payers
- Proactively communicates with Administrator and Director of Nursing to identify regulatory risk, effectiveness of Facility/Community Systems that allow capture of resources provided on the MDS, clinical trends that impacts resident care, and any additional information that influences the clinical and operational outcomes of the Facility/Community
- Utilizes critical thinking skills and collaborates with therapy staff to select the correct reason for assessment and Assessment Reference Date (ARD). Captures the RUG score which reflects the care and services provided
- Demonstrates an understanding of MDS requirements related to varied payers including Medicare, Managed Care and Medicaid
Fairway Oaks Center Rehabilitation & Nursing Center Health & Rehab is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
