MDS/RAI Coordinator – Full Time (FT) – Extendicare Scarborough

Job Description

MDS-RAI Coordinator – Full Time

Candidates are invited to apply for the Full-Time position of MDS-RAI Coordinator at Extendicare Scarborough Long Term Care home, a 147-bed home located in Scarborough, Ontario.

Reporting to the Director of Care, the MDS-RAI Coder is responsible for review of interdisciplinary and comprehensive resident assessments. Collection of data for the purposes of quality documentation management and adherence to the Minimum Data Set (MDS) and Resident Assessment Instrument (RAI) requirements. providing support to the nursing and accounting departments. 

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Responsible for managing the co-ordination and completion of the Resident Assessment, Resident Assessment Protocols (RAPs) and care plans as assigned.
• Complies with MLTC regulations regarding completion of the RAI- MDS process.
• Completes accurate coding of the RAI - MDS and care plan documentation for all residents.
• Continually updating knowledge base related to data entry and computer technology.
• Chair RAP chat as required.
• Attend clinical team meetings as needed and available.
• Any other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS

• 3-5 years experience in Long Term Care, experience with MDS an asset.
• Current registration as RPN in good standing with the College of Nurses is required.
• Current RAI-MDS certification and Relias certification is required.
• Must be able to maintain complete confidentiality of information.
• Knowledge and experience with adult education strategies/facilitation.
• Strong analytical skills; knowledge in trending and analysing data.
• Well-developed oral and written (legible) communication skills.
• Proficient computer skills and strong problem-solving abilities with excellent time management.
• Clear aptitude for detail-oriented work.
• Strong understanding of Point Click Care and RAI-MDS.
• Excellent organizational, communication and interpersonal skills
• Must be flexible to work variable shifts, self-directed and able to function in a fast-paced environment

Candidates will be required to provide a Vulnerable Persons Sector Police Check (acceptable if within 6 months).

Hours of work for this position require flexibility including days, evenings and nights as well as statutory holidays and weekend shifts as needed. 

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At Extendicare, we’ve spent more than 50 years dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for residents in our long-term care homes across Canada. When you join Extendicare, you become part of a compassionate, mission-driven team committed to creating a safe, supportive, and enriching environment for every resident we serve.​

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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.

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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.​

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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.​

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Extendicare is committed to fostering an accessible, inclusive, and equitable hiring process. We gladly accommodate the needs of applicants throughout all stages of recruitment and selection upon request.​