Field Clinical Reimbursement Coordinator

Avir Trilogy · Houston, TX Full Time
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Job Description

Avir Trilogy - Field Clinical Reimbursement Coordinator Position Summary The Field Clinical Reimbursement Coordinator (FCRC) is a field-based clinical reimbursement specialist who provides hands-on MDS, reimbursement, documentation, education, and operational support to skilled nursing facilities throughout an assigned geographic market. The Field Clinical Reimbursement Coordinator serves as a flexible clinical reimbursement resource and may be deployed to facilities experiencing MDS vacancies, staffing transitions, increased workload, reimbursement performance concerns, audit needs, new acquisitions, regulatory challenges, or other operational priorities. This is a predominantly facility-facing position requiring a minimum of four (4) days per week of on-site facility presence. The position requires extensive travel and the ability to quickly assess facility needs, establish priorities, work collaboratively with facility teams, and provide both immediate operational support and longer-term process improvement. The ideal candidate is an experienced MDS professional who is highly independent, adaptable, organized, clinically knowledgeable, and comfortable working in multiple facilities and environments. Essential Duties and Responsibilities MDS and Reimbursement Support Provide direct MDS and clinical reimbursement support to assigned skilled nursing facilities. Complete and/or assist with MDS assessments when necessary due to vacancies, leaves of absence, increased workload, or other operational needs. Review assessments for accuracy, completeness, timeliness, and appropriate supporting documentation. Assist facilities with Medicare Part A and PDPM processes. Support Texas Medicaid PDPM-LTC reimbursement processes. Review resident clinical information to identify appropriate reimbursement opportunities supported by the medical record. Assist facility teams with accurate acuity capture and Case Mix Index management. Vacancy and Operational Coverage Provide temporary MDS coverage for facilities experiencing staffing vacancies or transitions. Assist facilities with maintaining assessment schedules and regulatory compliance during periods of staffing disruption. Evaluate outstanding assessments, ARDs, completion dates, transmission status, and other MDS workflow priorities upon deployment to a facility. Help stabilize facility reimbursement systems before transitioning responsibilities back to permanent facility personnel. Support newly hired MDS Coordinators during orientation and transition when requested. Clinical Documentation Review Review clinical documentation to ensure that coded diagnoses, services, functional status, clinical conditions, and other reimbursement drivers are adequately supported. Work with nursing, therapy, physicians/providers, dietary, social services, and other interdisciplinary team members to strengthen documentation processes. Identify documentation gaps that may create reimbursement or compliance risk. Provide real-time education and coaching regarding documentation expectations. Auditing and Compliance Conduct focused MDS and reimbursement audits as directed by the

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What Most Job Listings Don’t Tell You

General overview for this role type — specific duties and requirements vary by employer.

Management roles in senior living carry a unique blend of healthcare oversight and business operations that most job listings barely touch on. Executive Directors and Administrators are typically responsible for state regulatory compliance, staff retention, census management, and family satisfaction — all at the same time. In Texas, Assisted Living Facility administrators must meet HHSC licensing requirements, which often include specific training hours and ongoing continuing education.

What surprises many new administrators is the direct involvement with families during crises — end-of-life transitions, care disputes, and emergency situations all land on your desk. Staff turnover in senior living runs high nationally, so a significant part of the role is recruiting, training, and retaining quality caregivers. Facilities in the Houston market compete heavily for qualified staff, making retention strategy a critical skill for anyone in these positions.

What to Expect in This Role Day-to-Day

Based on typical senior living facilities in the Houston area.

A typical day starts with a census and staffing review — confirming occupancy, checking for any overnight incidents, and ensuring the day's shifts are fully covered. Morning stand-ups with department heads (nursing, dietary, activities, maintenance) set priorities for the day. You will spend time on the floor interacting with residents and families, which doubles as quality checks and relationship building.

Afternoons often shift to administrative work — reviewing financial reports, handling vendor relationships, preparing for state surveys, and managing marketing efforts to maintain occupancy. Community outreach, hospital discharge planner relationships, and local referral networks are ongoing responsibilities. Most directors describe the role as never having two identical days — the blend of clinical, operational, and interpersonal challenges keeps the work unpredictable but engaging.

Houston Area Salary Data

According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, Medical/Health Services Manager positions in the Houston metro area earn a median wage of $59.81/hr ($124,405/yr). The typical range is $45.69 – $78.44/hr (25th–75th percentile).

Entry Level (10th) $73,403/yr
Houston Median $124,405/yr
Experienced (90th) $206,565/yr
vs. National Median +0.4%

Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics (Houston-Pasadena-The Woodlands, TX Metro Area). Salary data provided by Houston Senior Living Guide.

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