MDS Manager
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Job Location:
Watertown, NY - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
30+ days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Lifelink Healthtech () is currently hiring for MDS Manager for Watertown NY for one of our top client.
Job Description:
Job Role: MDS Manager
Work Location: Watertown NY
Required Experience: 1 years
We are seeking a dedicated an MDS Manager to join our dynamic healthcare team.
Maintains current MDS status of each resident according to state and federal guidelines as required under the Omnibus Reconciliation Act Medicare PPS Medicaid payment systems as applicable. Responsible for MDS/RUGS education. Provide MDS education for staff.
Conducts focused audits to ensure documentation supports the clinical regulatory and financial needs of the Resident.
Functions as a liaison between medical providers Residents family and payers to obtain maximum reimbursement for Resident care services.
Conducts screening of Residents and medical records to identify those at higher risk of needing more extensive and/or acute care.
Accurate and timely documentation in medical record including clear communication with other members of interdisciplinary team.
Coordination of Resident care conferences as needed to facilitate appropriate services and level of care.
Participates in surveys (inspections) and audits conducted by authorized government agencies and payers.
Minimum Experience Requirement:
Previous experience within an LTC/Geriatric care required.
Knowledge of Nursing and Medical practices and procedures as well as laws regulations and guidelines that pertain to long-term care including PPS.
Familiarity with Medicare/Medicaid and payer regulations.
Ability to plan organize develop implement and interpret the programs goals objectives policies and procedures that are necessary for providing quality care and maintaining a sound operation. Ability to demonstrate knowledge of computer systems system applications and other office equipment.
Previous experience with quality assurance documentation review and appeals process.
Current NYS licensure as an RN required. Recommended: Registered Nurse Assessment Coordinator (RNAC) certification.
About Lifelink Healthtech
At Lifelink Healthtech were dedicated to linking people with meaningful work while addressing crucial staffing shortages ensuring that patients always receive the care they need. Since our founding in 2020 our core value of putting others first and our people-centered approach have shaped our company culture. With decades of experience supporting large managed programs our team is our greatest strength. Weve continuously refined our recruitment and delivery model to drive success.
Lifelink Healthtech has years of experience in the employment services industry with expertise across all areas of staffing including MSP/VMS programs. Weve had the opportunity to work on some of the largest and most complex programs nationwide.
Key Skills
- Restaurant Experience
- Customer Service
- Employee Evaluation
- Management Experience
- Math
- Employment & Labor Law
- Sanitation
- Leadership Experience
- P&L Management
- Mentoring
- Supervising Experience
- Restaurant Management
