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Clinton Place

MDS Assistant

Clinton, KY · On-site

$26K - $35K/yr

MDS Assistant At Clinton Place, we believe great care starts with strong teamwork, trust, and genuine connections. As an MDS Assistant, you'll play a vital role in supporting resident-centered care ...

Benchmark Senior Living

MDS Assistant - LPN

Stamford, CT · On-site

$36.50 - $46.75/hr

As a MDS Assistant, your main role will be to assist with the Resident Assessment Instrument process and care planning process to provide and bill for services in the licensed and certified nursing ...

benchmark

MDS Assistant - LPN

Stamford, CT · On-site

$36.50 - $46.75/hr

As a MDS Assistant, your main role will be to assist with the Resident Assessment Instrument process and care planning process to provide and bill for services in the licensed and certified nursing ...

EagleCare LLC

RN/LPN MDS Assistant

Noblesville, IN · On-site

$33.50 - $44/hr

MDS Assistant Opportunity at Riverwalk Village! RN/LPN The MDS Assistant is responsible for the completion of the Resident Assessment Instrument (RAI) and the interdisciplinary care planning process ...

Pacs

$40 - $42/hr

Ensure MDS submissions meet regulatory requirements for Medicare/Medicaid reimbursement. * Assist with audits and surveys by providing accurate documentation and reports. * Stay current with ...

Aperion Care

MDS Assistant / Restorative Nurse

Midlothian, IL · On-site

$14.75 - $19.75/hr

The MDS Assistant/Restorative Nurse is responsible for backing up the MDS Coordinator, the development, implementation, monitoring and supervision of the restorative nursing program for the facility.

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How much do mds assistant jobs pay per year?

As of Jul 13, 2026, the average yearly pay for mds assistant in the United States is $37,838.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $31,500.00 and $41,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does an MDS assistant do?

An MDS assistant supports the MDS (Minimum Data Set) assessment process in healthcare facilities by gathering and organizing patient information, assisting with data collection, and ensuring documentation accuracy. They often work under the supervision of registered nurses or healthcare professionals and may use electronic health record systems to complete assessments and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.

What is the difference between Mds Assistant vs Medical Assistant?

AspectMds AssistantMedical Assistant
CertificationsTypically requires specific training or certification in dental or medical assistingRequires CMA or RMA certification, or completion of a training program
Work EnvironmentPrimarily in dental offices, clinics, or healthcare facilitiesIn clinics, hospitals, outpatient facilities, and doctor’s offices
Job ResponsibilitiesAssisting dentists with procedures, preparing treatment rooms, patient careTaking vital signs, assisting with exams, administrative tasks

The Mds Assistant and Medical Assistant roles share similarities in supporting healthcare providers and working in clinical settings. However, Mds Assistants are more focused on dental environments and assisting dentists, while Medical Assistants work across various medical settings supporting physicians and healthcare teams. Both roles require certification and involve patient care, but their specific duties and work environments differ.

How much do MDS make?

MDS Assistants typically earn an average annual salary of around $30,000 to $45,000, depending on experience, location, and employer. In Florida, salaries tend to be within this range, with some variation based on healthcare facility size and specific job responsibilities.

What jobs pay 4000 a week without a degree?

For a Mds Assistant, high weekly earnings of $4,000 are uncommon without specialized training or certifications. Generally, jobs that pay this amount without a degree include certain sales roles, real estate agents, or skilled trades like plumbing or electrical work, which often require apprenticeships or licenses rather than formal degrees. These positions typically involve experience, skills, or licensing rather than traditional educational credentials.
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Infographic showing various Mds Assistant job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 75% Full Time, 21% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $37,838 per year, or $18.2 per hour.
MDS Assistant

MDS Assistant

Clinton Place

Clinton, KY • On-site

$26K - $35K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 7 days ago

Job description

Position Type: MDS Assistant

At Clinton Place, we believe great care starts with strong teamwork, trust, and genuine connections. As an MDS Assistant, you’ll play a vital role in supporting resident-centered care by ensuring assessments and documentation are accurate, timely, and reflective of each resident’s unique needs. Your work behind the scenes directly impacts quality outcomes, regulatory compliance, and the overall well-being of our residents.

You’ll collaborate closely with nursing leadership and an interdisciplinary team that values communication, mutual respect, and shared goals. This position is ideal for someone who enjoys organization, thrives in a supportive environment, and wants to grow within a facility where your contributions truly matter. At Clinton Place, you’re more than an employee—you’re part of a family committed to caring for one another and those we serve.

Benefits:

  • Career Growth Opportunities: We prioritize internal growth and advancement.

  • Comprehensive Benefits Package: Including health, dental, and vision insurance to support our employees' well-being.

  • Tuition Reimbursement Program: Supporting continuous learning and career advancement with financial assistance.

  • Retirement Savings Plan: Offering a 401K plan for long-term financial security.

  • Shift Differentials: Providing additional compensation for evening, night, and weekend shifts.

  • DailyPay Option: Offering flexibility with daily access to earned wages.

  • Uniforms Offered: Ensuring a unified workplace environment.

  • PTO with accruals for full-time employees: Earn more paid time off to support work-life balance.

Core Responsibilities:

  • Consults and coordinates with healthcare team members to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate patient care plans

  • Prepares and administers (orally, subcutaneously, through an IV) and records prescribed medications. Reports adverse reactions to medications or treatments in accordance with the policy regarding the administration of medications by a licensed registered nurse.

  • Records patients' medical information and vital signs.

  • Monitors and adjusts specialized equipment used on patients, and interprets and records electronic displays.

  • Initiates corrective action whenever the patient displays adverse symptomatology

  • Provides bedside care for a wide variety of medical patients.

  • Changes dressings, inserts catheters, and starts IVs

  • Prepares equipment and aids the physician during the examination and treatment of the patient

  • Responds to life-saving situations based upon nursing standards and protocol

  • Participates in discharge planning.

  • Utilizes time management skills.

  • Records all care information concisely, accurately, and completely, in a timely manner, in the appropriate format, and on the appropriate forms.

  • Performs other position-related duties as assigned, depending on assignment setting.

Requirements:

  • Current RN license in the state preferred

  • At least one year of experience in a long-term care setting is preferred.

  • Knowledge of MatrixCare preferred.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

The Facility is an equal opportunity employer. The Facility does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, handicap, disability, age, marital status, sexual orientation, national origin, veteran status, or any other characteristic(s) protected by federal, state, and local laws. The Facility will also make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities should a request for an accommodation be made. A key part of this policy is to provide equal employment opportunity regarding all terms and conditions of employment and in all aspects of a person's relationship with the Facility, including recruitment, hiring, promotions, upgrading positions, conditions of employment, compensation, training, benefits, transfers, discipline, and termination of employment.