What are the responsibilities and job description for the Coder position at Ernest Health?
We're looking for professionals with a passion for coding, attention to detail, and with excellent communication skills.
The HIM Manager/Coder is part of the hospital’s leadership team, working closely with CEO and Clinical Director’s.
Successful candidates will enjoy working both independently and collaborating with a team of clinical professionals.
Key responsibilities include:
- Provide expertise in the areas of coding and classification systems to healthcare providers throughout our hospital, and help drive improvements of reimbursement, and the revenue cycle.
- Responsible for timely coding charts in accordance with the current principles of ICD-10 and AHA coding guidelines.
- Supports the Health Information Services Department through a variety of clerical, technical, and related support services.
- Performs other daily duties within the Health Information Management Services department as assigned.
- Supervises and evaluates the performance of HIM department personnel.
Requirements:
- Minimum of 2 years of inpatient or outpatient coding experience preferred.
- Strong knowledge of ICD-10 coding guidelines
- CPC, CCS, CIC, RHIT, or RHIA certification via AHIMA or AAPC
Why should you apply?
- Challenging and rewarding work environment
- Competitive Compensation & Generous Paid Time Off
- Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plan
- 401(K)
- HIM Bonus plan
- Wellness program with quarterly wellness challenges and participation incentives
Qualifications
Required Skills:
- Two years of medical coding experience in ICD-9/ICD-10 preferred.
- Medical Coding Certification preferred.
Additional Qualifications/Skills:
- Current knowledge of CPT and ICD-10 coding principles, government regulations, protocols, and third party payer requirements regarding coding and billing.
- Knowledge of government prospective payment system guidelines preferred.
- Working knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy, and physiology.
- Demonstrates general computer skills including: data entry, word processing, email, and record management.
- Effective organizational and time management skills.
- Effective written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to maintain quality and safety standards.
- Ability to maintain proper levels of confidentiality.
- Ability to work closely and professionally with others.
Responsibilities
Using ICD-10-CM standards, codes, and abstracts medical records for reimbursement purposes. Integrates the hospital’s mission and “Guiding Principles” into daily practice.