MDS Coordinator

Erickson Senior Living•Glen Mills, PA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The MDS Coordinator coordinates the Resident Assessment Instrument (RAI) process for skilled nursing and long-term care residents. This includes scheduling, opening and finalizing MDS assessments, and submitting assessments to the MDS analysis vendor and CMS. The role also provides education to the Interdisciplinary Team and line staff on the RAI process and required documentation. The coordinator monitors compliance related to MDS completion and transmission, maintains expertise in Medicare reimbursement, and partners with departments such as therapy and finance to support accurate, timely billing. The role conducts MDS audits, reviews documentation and trends, develops corrective actions, and monitors improvement. The coordinator uses the Electronic Medical Record according to Erickson standards to manage the MDS and Care Plan process and educates skilled nursing staff on MDS processes and documentation requirements.

Requirements

RN licensed to practice in the state.
At least 2 years of experience in Continuing Care.
In-depth knowledge of MDS processes, including MDS, RAPs, Care Planning, and Utilization Review.
Successful completion of AANAC MDS Coordinator Certification.

Nice To Haves

Experience documenting in an Electronic Medical Record (EMR).

Responsibilities

Coordinate completion of MDS assessments for skilled nursing and long-term care residents.
Coordinate the RAI process, including scheduling, opening and finalizing MDS assessments, and submitting assessments to the MDS analysis vendor and CMS.
Monitor compliance related to MDS completion and transmission.
Maintain and share expertise and knowledge related to Medicare reimbursement.
Partner with departments, including therapy and finance, to ensure accurate and timely billing for areas related to the MDS.
Complete MDS audits to ensure documentation supports current reimbursement standards.
Review audit trends, develop corrective action steps, and monitor for improvement or further modification.
Use Electronic Medical Record functions in accordance with Erickson standards to manage and complete the MDS and Care Plan process.
Educate the skilled nursing staff on MDS processes and documentation requirements.
Provide education on the RAI process and required documentation to the Interdisciplinary Team and line staff.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision packages, including an annual reimbursement for qualified wellness expenses, personal health coaching, and telemedicine options.
PTO plans.
Company-paid volunteer hours for eligible team members, in accordance with applicable state law.
401(k) for team members age 18 and over, with a company 3% match.
Onsite medical centers providing wellness visits and sick care for team members over 18 years of age.
Free access to onsite Team Member Health and Well-Being Centers and well-being programs, tools, and resources for team members and their immediate family members.
Education assistance and certification reimbursement.
Access to over 6,000 courses through an online learning library.
Growth opportunities as the company opens new communities and expands existing ones.
Flexibility and work-life balance.