[Hiring] MDS Coordinator @Volunteers of America National Services
Role Description Join Horizons Care Center as the MDS Coordinator! This is more than a job! It’s a paid opportunity to serve others, live our mission, and make a meaningful impact in a healthcare setting. As a compassionate organization, we’re dedicated to serving others and fostering an environment where both our residents and team members thrive. If you’re ready to grow your career while making a difference, we’d love to connect with you. The MDS Coordinator is responsible for leading and coordinating the Resident Assessment Instrument (RAI) process to ensure the accurate, timely, and compliant completion of MDS assessments and care plans. This role supports regulatory compliance, reimbursement accuracy, and quality performance by working collaboratively with the interdisciplinary team, analyzing documentation and data, and driving continuous improvement in assessment and care planning practices. The MDS Coordinator is expected to fully utilize available systems and resources to support optimal clinical and financial outcomes aligned with organizational priorities.
- Resident Assessment Instrument (RAI) Process Management.
- MDS Assessment Accuracy and Submission.
- Clinical Documentation and Reimbursement Compliance.
- Care Planning and Coordination.
- Quality and Performance Improvement.
- Data Analysis and Reporting.
- Perform other duties as required or requested.
Qualifications
- Current licensure in the state of Colorado as a Registered Nurse.
- Minimum of two (2) years of direct MDS experience in a skilled nursing facility (SNF) with solid knowledge of PDMP, case mix systems, and reimbursement methodologies.
- Resident Assessment Coordinator – Certified (RAC-CT) certification required or must be obtained within six (6) months of hire.
- Resident Assessment Coordinator – Certified Advanced (RAC-CTA) required or must be obtained within twelve (12) months of hire.
Requirements
- Pay Range: $35 - $44 per hour based on experience.
- Schedule: This is a PART TIME REMOTE position. Approximately 20 hours per week; 8am-5pm MOUNTAIN Time, days will vary as needed.
Benefits
- Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance.
- 403(b) with discretionary contribution.
- Paid Time Off + Personal Days.
- Life Insurance & Short-Term Disability.
- Employee Assistance Program.
- Wellness incentives (earn up to $350).
- Get paid early (access up to 50% of earnings).
- Referral bonuses & scholarship opportunities.