MDS Assistant (LPN/RN) Per Diem

The Highlands at Brighton, an affiliate of UR Medicine, provides more specialty care services than any other transitional or long-term care facility in our region. We provide comprehensive care throughout our five specialized units. We have an exciting opportunity available for a per diem MDS Assistant. The MDS Assistant completes insurance authorizations, sends insurance updates, and assists with the MDS process. Schedule: Per Diem, Flexible Schedule!Hours: 8-10 hours/week with the potential for more!Pay Range: $25/hr.-$35/hr. Responsibilities:-Obtains authorization from insurance companies prior to patient admission.-Sends clinical information to insurance companies on a continued basis for ongoing coverage.-Monitors insurance levels to make sure they match the MDS score and claim.-Completes MDS.-Provides guidance and education to Nurse Managers, Social Workers, Recreational Therapists, Dietitians, and other MDS staff for accurate coding of the MDS.