MDS Coordinator

The Brentwood Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center Danvers, MA 01923, US

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The Brentwood Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center as an MDS Coordinator!

Full and Part-time opportunities available

New Sign-On Bonus 12K

Competitive Wages $35-$60 Hourly

Great Benefits

Daily Pay and More!

Join a dedicated team that prioritizes professional growth, work-life balance, and a culture of appreciation. If you're passionate about providing exceptional care in a warm, inclusive setting, we would love for you to grow your career with us.

Responsibilities of MDS Coordinator:

Ensure timely and accurate MDS assessments.

Verify compliance with regulatory requirements and deadlines.

Supervise MDS data entry and transmission.

Resolve issues with data and validation.

Prepare and present reports to the Director of Nursing (DON).

Provide feedback and address operational concerns.

Participate in facility surveys and audits.

Assist with audit responses and maintain regulatory compliance.

Stay updated on Medicare and Medicaid regulations.

Support MDS-related quality improvement initiatives.

Qualifications for MDS Coordinator:

Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing (RN, BSN, or LPN)

Current/active license

Minimum 3 years of clinical experience in long-term care

Prior MDS/RAI experience - required

Strong clinical assessment skills

Knowledge of Medicare/Medicaid regulations
Primary series of the COVID-19 vaccine required

Benefits for MDS Coordinator:

Tuition reimbursement

Employee referral bonus

Health, vision, and dental benefits

401(k) with match

Employee engagement and culture committee

Company-sponsored life insurance

Employee assistance program (EAP) resources

Join a company that truly values and appreciates its employees! Proudly supported by Marquis Health Consulting Services.

The facility provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply.

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