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MDS Coordinator

Spaulding Nursing & Therapy Centers
United States, Massachusetts, Boston
100 North Beacon Street (Show on map)
Apr 01, 2026
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%) Spaulding Nursing and Therapy Center Brighton, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. By embracing diverse skills, perspectives and ideas, we choose to lead. 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.