MDS Coordinator Job in Rockford 61108, Illinois Us

MDS Coordinator

 

The ideal candidate for this job will have previous

Skilled Nursing Facility experience with knowledge/training

 in Medicare Reimbursement, MDS completion,

 and utilization review in.  The ability to

organize/prioritize tasks and basic computer skills

 are required.  Experience in managing

 interdisciplinary team is preferred.

 

Job duties will include but are not limited to:

Preadmission screenings of clinically complex

 and/or managed care patients.

Identification of Med A eligibility (initially and continuing).

Monitoring documentation nursing staff to evaluate support for

Medicare coverage and providing training as necessary.

Assessing and coordinating the care and services provided

 to Medicare A patients including discharge planning.

Conducting daily Medicare Meeting

weekly Utilization Review Meeting.

 

The successful applicant will be expected to conduct his/her

job duties in accordance with the company’s policies, procedures,

 and ethical code of conduct in a professional manner.

 

Normal working hours:  Monday through Friday 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Some weekend management duties

Occasional on-call responsibilities.

Dress:  Professional Business Casual attire with Lab Coat

 

mail resume to:

Rosewood Care Center

1660 South Mulford Rd.

Rockford, IL 61108

 Fax: 815/397-4880