MDS Coordinator

MDS Coordinators work to improve patient care and help long-term care facilities maintain federal funding. To do that, they complete several crucial tasks throughout the day. Some duties and responsibilities for an MDS Coordinator will include:

• Completing and updating MDS forms on all patients in the care facility
• Performing clinical assessments to gather information on residents
• Developing care plans for patients to coordinate available services
• Submitting updates and paperwork to maintain compliance
• Participating in the admission and discharge processes
• Conducting and attending meetings with other care team members
• Investigating complaints or issues from residents and their families
• Educating patients and their families

The MDS Coordinator at Western Sky Community Care Center will also support the Director of Nursing Services. Expected qualifications include:

• Understanding of Medicare and Medicaid requirements
• Familiarity with the MDS assessment tool, including MDS coding knowledge
• An understanding of medical terminology, nursing practices and patient care standards
• Attention to detail to ensure precision in completing assessments and accurate data entry
• Assessment, data collection and documentation skills
• Written and verbal communication skills
• Organizational skills
• Comfort with electronic records

Pay: $40.00 - $43.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Paid time off

Work Location: In person