MDS Assessor
Job Description
MDS Assessor
Location: Ditmas Park, Brooklyn, NY
Schedule: Monday–Friday, 9:00 AM–5:00 PM
Salary: $120,000–$130,000 per year
Ditmas Park Nursing & Rehab is seeking an experienced and detail-oriented MDS Assessor to join our clinical team.
The MDS Assessor will be responsible for completing accurate and timely resident assessments, supporting individualized care planning, and ensuring compliance with federal and state regulations.
Responsibilities:
Complete MDS assessments accurately and within required timeframes
Review resident documentation and clinical records
Coordinate with nursing, therapy, social services, dietary, and other departments
Participate in interdisciplinary care-plan meetings
Ensure assessments reflect each resident’s condition and level of care
Monitor documentation for accuracy, consistency, and compliance
Support proper reimbursement under the Patient-Driven Payment Model (PDPM)
Maintain compliance with CMS and New York State requirements
Requirements:
Active New York State RN license
Previous MDS experience in a skilled nursing or long-term-care facility required
Strong understanding of MDS 3.0, PDPM, and care planning
Excellent organizational and documentation skills
Ability to meet deadlines and work collaboratively with an interdisciplinary team
Join a supportive team committed to providing excellent resident care while maintaining the highest standards of compliance and documentation.
Apply today to learn more.
