What are the responsibilities and job description for the Medical Billing and Coding Instructor position at Medical Career College of Northern California?
Job Summary
We are seeking a detail-oriented and knowledgeable Medical Billing and Coding Specialist to join our academic allied health team. The ideal candidate will play a crucial role in ensuring graduating students can accurately code medical diagnoses and procedures; can accurately utilize the ICD-10-CM, CPT, ICD-10-PCS following coding conventions, as well as maintaining compliance with healthcare regulations. This position requires proficiency in medical terminology, coding systems, and documentation review to facilitate efficient billing processes.
Responsibilities
- Accurately code medical diagnoses and procedures.
- Knowledgeable about coding systems.
- Review student reports and clinical documentation to ensure completeness and accuracy for proper billing.
- Educate enrolled students on coding best practices and documentation requirements.
- Maintain up-to-date knowledge of coding guidelines, regulations, and industry changes.
- Assist in lesson planning and classroom instruction.
- Utilize an electronic health record system such as SimCharts for coding and documentation purposes in the classroom.
Experience
- Proven experience in medical billing and coding, preferably in a clinical setting.
- Familiarity with medical terminology and coding systems.
- Strong attention to detail with excellent organizational skills.
- Ability to conduct thorough documentation reviews to ensure compliance with healthcare standards.
- Experience in educating others on medical coding practices is a plus.
Join our dedicated team where your expertise will contribute to the efficiency of our healthcare services while ensuring the highest standards of accuracy in medical billing and coding practices.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $25.04 - $26.46 per hour
Expected hours: 16 – 30 per week
Schedule:
- 10 hour shift
- 4 hour shift
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
- No weekends
Work Location: In person
Salary : $25 - $26