MDS Coordinator

Site: Spaulding Nursing and Therapy Center Brighton, Inc.

 

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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
Essential Functions
-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.

 

Education
Associate's Degree Nursing required and Bachelor's Degree Nursing preferred
Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree?
No
Licenses and Credentials
Registered Nurse [RN - State License] - Generic - HR Only required
Experience
Experience in MDS coordination or a related role, preferably in a hospital or long-term care setting 1-2 years preferred
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- 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.

 

Physical Requirements

Standing Occasionally (3-33%)

Walking Occasionally (3-33%)

Sitting Constantly (67-100%)

Lifting Occasionally (3-33%) 20lbs - 50lbs

Carrying Occasionally (3-33%) 20lbs - 50lbs

Pushing Rarely (Less than 2%)

Pulling Rarely (Less than 2%)

Climbing Rarely (Less than 2%)

Balancing Occasionally (3-33%)

Stooping Occasionally (3-33%)

Kneeling Rarely (Less than 2%)

Crouching Rarely (Less than 2%)

Crawling Rarely (Less than 2%)

Reaching Occasionally (3-33%)

Gross Manipulation (Handling) Constantly (67-100%)

Fine Manipulation (Fingering) Frequently (34-66%)

Feeling Constantly (67-100%)

Foot Use Rarely (Less than 2%)

Vision - Far Constantly (67-100%)

Vision - Near Constantly (67-100%)

Talking Constantly (67-100%)

Hearing Constantly (67-100%)

 

Hybrid

 

100 North Beacon Street

 

20

 

Regular

 

Day (United States of America)

Pay Range

$38.25 - $55.64/Hourly

Grade

7
At Mass General Brigham, we believe in recognizing and rewarding the unique value each team member brings to our organization. Our approach to determining base pay is comprehensive, and any offer extended will take into account your skills, relevant experience if applicable, education, certifications and other essential factors. The base pay information provided offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications; however, it does not encompass all elements contributing to your total compensation package. In addition to competitive base pay, we offer comprehensive benefits, career advancement opportunities, differentials, premiums and bonuses as applicable and recognition programs designed to celebrate your contributions and support your professional growth. We invite you to apply, and our Talent Acquisition team will provide an overview of your potential compensation and benefits package.
1440 Spaulding Nursing and Therapy Center Brighton, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. To ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veteran’s Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact Human Resources at (857)-282-7642.

 

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