MDS Coordinator

MDS Coordinator- Full Time

Competitive Salary based on experience $115,000 Annually and up.

BENEFITS:

• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance 

• 401K 

• Holiday Pay 

• Paid Time Off 

About us:

Echelon Care and Rehab is committed to providing compassionate, high-quality care in a supportive, team-focused environment. We believe great care starts with great people, which is why we invest in our employees through accessible leadership, recognition programs, and the resources they need to succeed.

If you're looking for a workplace where you'll be valued, supported, and able to make a meaningful difference every day, we'd love to have you on our team.

Key Responsibilities

• Assessment & Care Planning: Coordinate the interdisciplinary team to complete MDS assessments and Care Plans within Medicare/Medicaid schedules.

• Revenue Optimization: Track Medicare eligibility and predict RUGs categories; perform concurrent reviews to ensure clinical information accurately reflects the care provided.

• Compliance & Data Management: Oversee the electronic transmission of MDS data to state and federal agencies, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and strict adherence to legal and safety codes.

• Collaboration: Lead daily admission and care planning meetings; communicate acuity changes to the Medical Director, Administrator, and Director of Nursing.

• Quality Control: Conduct regular audits of medical records to validate that documentation supports MDS coding and review final validation error reports.

• Staff Education: Train facility staff on MDS terminology, documentation requirements, and reimbursement regulations to enhance overall clinical data integrity.

Qualifications

• Licensure: Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in New Jersey.

• Experience: Proven experience with MDS 3.0 completion, RAI processes, and Medicare/Medicaid reimbursement.

• Skills: Strong organizational abilities, deadline-oriented mindset, and thorough knowledge of LTC regulations.