RAI Coordinator - FT - Columbia Forest
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Full-time RAI Coordinator role at Extendicare's Columbia Forest home in Waterloo, Ontario, coordinating MDS assessments and RAI data submissions.
Requires 3-5 years of Long Term Care experience; MDS experience is an asset.
Needs knowledge of InterRAI tools and MDS/RUG III classification, plus analytical and adult-learning training skills.
Work arrangement (onsite/hybrid) and work authorization requirements are not stated in the posting.
From the posting
- locations
ATS location: Columbia Forest - 650 Mountain Maple Ave., Waterloo, Ontario
- employment types
Time Type: Full time
- years experience min
3-5 years’ experience in Long Term Care, experience with MDS an asset
- skills
Knowledge of: InterRAI suite of tools, MDS/RUG III patient classification systems.
- skills
Working Knowledge of: Project Management Principles, Industry Knowledge, Principles of Adult Education, Facilitation, Problem Solving, Continuous Quality Improvement Principles, Data Analysis, Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook.
- job function
Coordinates the completion of MDS assessment on all residents within established timelines.
- actionable
Coordinates the completion of MDS assessment on all residents within established timelines.
Job description
Job Description
RESPONSIBILITIES
· Coordinates the completion of MDS assessment on all residents within established timelines. · Understands how the MDS assessment integrates with existing clinical tools and provides leadership in streamlining these processes. · Understands and provides critical analysis of data at different levels of aggregation. (Resident, Home Health Zone, etc.). · Articulates for staff the strengths of MDS as a clinical assessment tool including how RAP triggers and care plans enhance quality care. · Articulates the financial implications of coding inconsistencies. · Acts as key contact and liaison with: Health Zone/AH&W/CIHI/PCC or others as appropriate on RAI data. · Develops facility specific material within the PCC program as required. · Locks/Unlocks the RAI individual assessments as required. · Batches and submits assessments quarterly to appropriate data repository. · Responds to Health Zone on all submission errors. · Facilitates response and correction of submission errors with facility staff. · Coaches key facility personnel to build capacity for understanding RUG patient classification levels. · Develops and introduces processes, and systems to improve accuracy of RAI content. · Facilitates audits of RAI assessments for content accuracy. · Develops systems to decrease coding error rates. · Participates in strategic planning for program development/improvement. · Keeps current on RAI trends. · Responsible for Clinical and Admin Setup role to support MDS within PCC software program. · Interprets reports generated by Health Zone/AH&W or CIHI and provides critical analysis for Home. · Understands the development of RAP’s, quality indicators, and RUG case mix products.
QUALIFICATIONS · 3-5 years’ experience in Long Term Care, experience with MDS an asset · Strong analytical and assessment skills · Ability to lead training and education with Adult learners · Knowledge of: InterRAI suite of tools, MDS/RUG III patient classification systems. · Working Knowledge of: Project Management Principles, Industry Knowledge, Principles of Adult Education, Facilitation, Problem Solving, Continuous Quality Improvement Principles, Data Analysis, Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook. · Ability to read, write and communicate effectively.
Time Type:
Full time When you choose to build your career with Extendicare, you’re joining a team dedicated to making a difference. By focusing our energy on enriching the lives of our residents every day, we transform both the quality of their lives and the quality of our own work experiences.
If you have a passion for caring, turn it into a rewarding career with Extendicare!
Extendicare and affiliated organizations including our partner homes in Extendicare Assist, accommodate the needs of job applicants throughout its recruitment and selection processes upon request.
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