CDI Program Lead – Nursing & Quality Improvement

Medical University of South Carolina; United States; On-site; USD 95,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA) is seeking a CDI Manager to provide strategic and operational oversight for the division’s Clinical Documentation Improvement program. The role focuses on accurate documentation, DRG assignment, risk adjustment, and quality metric performance, with data-driven strategies to optimize both processes and outcomes.

The CDI Manager will lead cross-functional collaboration, monitor performance, and coach CDI specialists to drive accountability and

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Nursing, Healthcare Administration, Business Administration or Public Health.
• Current SC RN license (or equivalent clinical credential if broadening applicant pool).

Responsibilities

• Promotes accurate capture of clinical documentation to support DRG assignment, risk adjustment and quality indicator performance.
• Monitors team productivity, query performance, and engagement metrics; provides data-informed coaching and feedback.
• Oversees hiring, onboarding, training, performance evaluation and ongoing staff development; manages staffing coverage and schedules.

Education

Master's degree in Nursing, Healthcare Administration, Business Administration or Public Health

Job description

Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA) is seeking a CDI Manager to provide strategic and operational oversight for the division’s Clinical Documentation Improvement program. The role focuses on accurate documentation, DRG assignment, risk adjustment, and quality metric performance, with data-driven strategies to optimize both processes and outcomes.

The CDI Manager will lead cross-functional collaboration, monitor performance, and coach CDI specialists to drive accountability and