MDS Coordinator

Mass General Brigham • Boston, MA

10d • $38 - $56 • Hybrid

About The Position

Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals, including doctors, nurses, business people, tech experts, researchers, and systems analysts to advance our mission. As a not-for-profit, we support patient care, research, teaching, and community service, striving to provide exceptional care. We believe that high-performing teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries and invite all applicants to join us and experience what it means to be part of Mass General Brigham. Job Summary Summary Responsible for overseeing the completion, accuracy, and timely submission of Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessments. This role ensures compliance with federal and state regulations, supports accurate reimbursement, and contributes to high-quality resident care. In addition, this position focuses on monitoring, tracking, and reporting on MassHealth-covered patients to support program compliance and financial accuracy. Does this position require Patient Care? No

Requirements

• Associate's Degree Nursing required
• Registered Nurse [RN - State License] - Generic - HR Only required
• Experience in MDS coordination or a related role, preferably in a hospital or long-term care setting
• Strong knowledge of MDS, PDPM, and related regulatory requirements.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy in data entry and documentation.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Effective communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's Degree Nursing preferred
• 1-2 years experience preferred

Responsibilities

• Oversee and coordinate the full MDS assessment process for all residents, ensuring timely and accurate completion in accordance with CMS regulations.
• Review MDS assessments for accuracy, completeness, and regulatory compliance.
• Maintain strong working knowledge of current MDS and PDPM requirements and CMS updates.
• Maintain internal tracking systems to ensure MassHealth residents are flagged appropriately for assessment and reimbursement-related workflows.
• Collaborate with Finance, Admissions, and Case Management to ensure MassHealth eligibility, changes in status, and documentation needs are up-to-date.
• Conduct internal audits of MDS documentation to ensure accuracy, identify errors, and facilitate corrective action.
• Provide routine reports on MassHealth resident census, trends, and any identified risks related to documentation or reimbursement.
• Stay informed on all relevant MassHealth long-term care requirements, policy updates, and payer-specific documentation standards.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree