What are the responsibilities and job description for the MDS Coordinator position at Willow Wood?
Coordinates and ensure completion of the state required Minimum Data set on all residents throughout the facility to include admissions, significant changes, quarterly and Medicare assessments in a timely manner. He/she identifies resident problems from the MDS and other assessments and develops the initial individual Care Plan for each resident. The MDS Coordinator reviews and optimizes the MDS Process to ensure appropriate services are rendered justifies facility reimbursement.Qualifications:
- Current Georgia Nursing Licensure, LPN or RN
- Experience in clinical and utilization experience in a Long Term Care or skilled facility
- Strong working knowledge of Medicare, Medicaid reimbursement guidelines, PPS and Rugs categories as it relates to the MDS process.
