VP-Clinical Assessment

Trilogy Health Services, LLC • Columbus, OH

4d • Onsite

About The Position

The VP-Clinical Assessment provides executive leadership and strategic oversight of resident assessment and clinical reimbursement functions, including MDS, RAI, CAAs, and care planning, across assigned regions. The role ensures enterprise-wide compliance, accuracy, and optimization of assessment processes to support quality outcomes, regulatory adherence, and financial performance. It advises executive leadership and drives standardized, innovative, and continuously improving assessment practices aligned with federal and state regulations.

Requirements

• Associate degree.
• 12–15 years of experience.
• Current unencumbered registered nursing license in the state of practice.

Nice To Haves

• Certification as a Nurse Assessment Coordinator.
• Bachelor’s degree.

Responsibilities

• Lead the strategic direction, standardization, and performance optimization of the MDS/RAI process across multiple campuses or regions.
• Develop and execute initiatives to improve clinical quality indicators, reimbursement accuracy, and regulatory compliance.
• Partner with the Chief Nursing Officer, Chief Operating Officer, Division Vice Presidents, and other senior leaders to align assessment strategy with organizational goals.
• Influence decision-making through data-driven insights and expert consultation.
• Maintain system-wide compliance with federal and state regulations governing the Resident Assessment Instrument (RAI).
• Identify risk areas, lead mitigation strategies, and ensure audit readiness across the portfolio.
• Oversee performance metrics related to MDS accuracy, timeliness, case mix index (CMI), and reimbursement outcomes.
• Use data analytics to identify trends, drive accountability, and implement targeted improvements.
• Provide high-level consultation to Executive Directors, Directors of Health Services, and MDS leaders on complex clinical, operational, and reimbursement challenges.
• Guide the development and execution of corrective action plans.
• Lead, mentor, and develop regional consultants and MDS specialists, including MDS float and audit team resources.
• Establish performance expectations, ensure accountability, and build organizational bench strength with the Director of Assessment Support.
• Design and implement enterprise-wide education, training, and quality improvement initiatives related to MDS processes, value-based care programs, quality, and interdisciplinary care planning.
• Partner with clinical, finance, compliance, and operations teams to align assessment practices with organizational performance objectives.
• Represent the organization with regulatory agencies, professional associations, and industry groups.
• Maintain external relationships to stay informed about regulatory and industry changes.
• Provide executive-level reporting on assessment performance, compliance risks, and improvement initiatives.
• Communicate insights, recommendations, and outcomes to senior leadership and board-level stakeholders as appropriate.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Competitive salaries and weekly pay.
• 401(k) company match.
• Mental Health Support Program.
• Student loan repayment and tuition reimbursement.
• Health, vision, dental, and life insurance beginning on the first of the month after the start date.
• First-time homebuyers’ program.
• HSA/FSA.
• Six months of training and orientation.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Executive
• Education Level: Associate degree