Role Description
Are you passionate about resident care, regulatory compliance, and clinical documentation excellence? We are looking for a dedicated MDS Coordinator to lead the assessment and reimbursement process within our skilled nursing facility. In this role, you will collaborate with interdisciplinary teams, ensure accurate and timely MDS completion, monitor Medicare requirements, and help maximize reimbursement through effective documentation practices and chart review.
If you are organized, knowledgeable in MDS regulations, and committed to supporting quality outcomes for residents, we encourage you to apply. This position is remote and offers you the flexibility of working from home.
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Coordinate and oversee the MDS process for all residents, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and compliance with applicable regulations.
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Monitor resident assessment schedules and ensure timely completion and submission of all required assessments.
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Maintain current knowledge of Medicare, Medicaid, and regulatory requirements and communicate updates to nursing staff and interdisciplinary team members.
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Conduct chart reviews and chart scrubbing activities to identify documentation opportunities, discrepancies, and compliance concerns.
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Collaborate with nursing, therapy, and other departments to ensure documentation supports resident care needs and assessment coding.
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Review clinical documentation to ensure accuracy and completeness for assessment and reimbursement purposes.
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Support reimbursement optimization and revenue maximization through accurate assessment coding and documentation practices.
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Monitor compliance with federal, state, and payer-specific regulations related to resident assessments.
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Participate in interdisciplinary meetings, care plan reviews, and quality assurance initiatives as needed.
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Provide education and guidance to staff regarding documentation requirements, MDS processes, and regulatory changes.
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Assist with audit preparation, survey readiness, and compliance monitoring activities.
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Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
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Active U.S. Registered Nurse (RN) license with New York State license required.
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Minimum of 1β3 years of MDS coordination experience in a skilled nursing or long-term care setting preferred.
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Working knowledge of MDS 3.0, RAI process, Medicare, Medicaid, and reimbursement systems.
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Strong understanding of regulatory requirements governing long-term care facilities.
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Experience with assessment scheduling, chart auditing, chart scrubbing, and clinical documentation review.
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Knowledge of case mix reimbursement and revenue optimization principles.
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Excellent organizational, analytical, and time-management skills.
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Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively within an interdisciplinary team.
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Proficiency with electronic medical records (EMR) systems and Microsoft Office applications.
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Ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail.
Requirements
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Service Fee: $1200 - $1400 per month based on experience.
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Hours: US Eastern Standard Time (EST) β 9am to 6pm.
Benefits
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Embrace the flexibility and convenience of a remote working environment.
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Collaborate with an international team while contributing to our growing business, all from the comfort of your home.
Essential requirements
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A reliable computer and noise-cancelling headset.
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A second monitor for enhanced productivity.
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A stable internet connection and a backup internet connection.