Job Description

Description

About Us:
Sunny Acres Skilled Nursing and Rehabilitation has been a beacon of care and compassion since 1948. With a rich history of serving the community of Chelmsford, MA, we pride ourselves on offering a nurturing environment for both our residents and staff. We are currently seeking an MDS Coordinator with PDPM experience to join our vibrant team.

Key Responsibilities:
-    Current RN or LPN license in MA with previous experience in MDS/PDPM (2 years or more)
-    Facilitates weekly skilled Medicare meetings and provides clear communication regarding
     skilled coverage criteria
-    Transmits MDS to CMS and follows up to validate any errors or messages revealed on final
     validation reports
-    Completes PDPM/MDS assessments within regulatory time frames including CAAs
-    Participates and reviews invoices as indicated for skilled patients under consolidated billing
-    Maintains a current PDPM schedule while setting all PDPM MDS ARDs within time frames in the
     MDS software program
-    Completes MDS accuracy/PDPM reviews with required software/process in a timely manor
-    Participate in Triple check/Compliance reviews
-    Monitor skilled documentation for potential opportunities/changes
-    Maintains and follows a schedule of due dates for all MDS.
-    Coordinates the completion of the MDS by all disciplines.
-    Reviews the MDS data for accuracy and meets with appropriate staff as needed to assure
     accuracy.
-    Finalizes and transmits the MDSs per RAI requirements
-    Complete Medicare Physician Certification and monitors compliance with CMS Medicare
     guidelines
-    Verifies that assessments have been transmitted and approved by the State in a timely manner.
-    Corrects any rejected records and prepares them for re-submission.
-    Completes CAAs according to state guidelines.
-    Provide weekly updates for managed care residents.

Requirements
-    Previous experience in a hospital, long-term facility, or other healthcare related facility.
-    Must be knowledgeable of general, rehabilitative and restorative nursing and medical practices
     and procedures and laws, regulations and guidelines governing long-term care.
-    Computer skills-Windows applications, computer experience Accu Med experience preferred.
-    Previous experience in completing MDS/PDPM is required.
-    Can work independently
-    Flexible with schedule for month end close
-    Detail oriented and able to accurately and timely complete assessments.

Benefits
-    Work with a great team who's committed to your success and growth
-    Paid lunch
-    Weekly pay
-    Paid Vacation and PTO
-    Health, Dental, and Vision plus secondary benefit plan options
-    401K plus match