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MDS-RAI COORDINATOR/Restorative Care Lead (Full-Time)

Candidates are invited to apply for the position of full-time MDS/RAI coordinator at Manitoulin Centennial Manor,

Little Current Ontario.

Reporting to the Director of Care this position will assist with meeting MDS/RAI timelines and teaching staff about the requirements for data collection and reporting guidelines that support the Home’s funding.

RESPONSIBILITIES

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  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.
• Develop, implement and monitor restorative programming for eligible residents.

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.

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Time Type

Full time

Compensation Details

Compensation will be discussed during the recruiting process.

We are dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for residents in our long-term care home. When you join us, you become part of a compassionate, mission-driven team committed to creating a safe, supportive, and enriching environment for every resident we serve.

We provide competitive compensation that reflects the value of this role and the unique qualifications each candidate brings. Final salary offers are based on a variety of factors such as your skills, experience, education, and alignment with the responsibilities of this position.

Base salary is one component of our broader total rewards package. We offer a comprehensive suite of benefits designed to support your health, financial well-being, and long-term career growth. Your recruiter can provide more details about our total rewards offerings during the hiring process.

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support certain stages of the recruitment process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing candidate responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment — every application is reviewed by a member of our team to ensure thoughtful and equitable consideration. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.

We are an equal opportunity employer committed to respectful and inclusive hiring practices. We welcome all applicants, including those from equity-deserving groups, including Indigenous peoples, women, people with disabilities, and visible minorities.

We are committed to fostering an accessible, inclusive, and equitable hiring process. We will gladly accommodate the needs of applicants throughout all stages of the recruitment process upon request and in accordance with applicable legislation. If you require support during any stage of the process, email us at careers@extendicare.com.

We acknowledge that the care we provide across Canada occurs on lands that have been cared for by many Indigenous peoples for generations. We recognize First Nations, Inuit, and Métis Peoples and their enduring connection to this land, and the importance of respect and cultural safety in the work we do.