Certified Coder II

DaMar Staffing; Bethel (AK); On-site; USD 52,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous PTO

11 paid holidays

Comprehensive healthcare coverage

Life and Disability Insurance

Flexible Spending Account

Retirement plans

Employee Wellness Center

Job summary

Yukon-Kuskokwim Health Corporation in Bethel, Alaska, is seeking a Certified Coder II to assign ICD and CPT codes for diagnoses and procedures and to abstract data into financial and clinical systems.

The role requires an Associate's degree (waivable with experience), 5 years coding experience, and certifications such as CCS, CCS-P, CPC or CPC-H, with Cerner and 3M experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Associates Degree.
• Degree requirement can be waived on a year for year basis for experience.
• 5 Years ICD/CPT/HCPCS Coding Experience for a Healthcare System, Hospital, or Private Practice
• Experience with moderate complexity cases such as Ambulatory Surgical Clinic, Emergency Department Services.
• Must have one of the following certifications, accredited through AAPC or AHIMA: CCS, CCS-P, CPC.
• Certified Professional Coder - Hospital based (CPC-H)
• Able to operate printers, copiers, faxes and shredders.
• Experience with Cerner and 3M preferred
• Able to use 3M's Code 3 Coding and Reimbursement system.
• Able to type 50 wpm or faster (corrected for errors).

Responsibilities

• Assign ICD and CPT codes to diagnoses and procedures.
• Abstract codes and patient data into Financial and Clinical computer systems.

Skills

ICD/CPT coding

Typing 50 wpm

Education

Associates Degree

AA or AS with experience waiver

Tools

Cerner

3M Code 3 Coding

3M Coding & Reimbursement system

Job description

Certified Coder II

Bethel, Alaska

We are working together to achieve excellent health. Come join us!

The Yukon-Kuskokwim Health Corporation is a Tribal health care organization, serving nearly 30,000 people living across rural, southwest Alaska in villages with populations from about 10 to more than 1,000. Bethel, the regional hub and location of the only hospital in the region, has a population of nearly 7,000. The Yukon-Kuskokwim Delta is home to thousands of lakes and two primary rivers-the Kuskokwim and Yukon.

We offer a broad range of employment opportunities and the chance to make a meaningful impact on the health of people in the region.

Position Summary

This position is a certified coder who assigns ICD and CPT codes to diagnoses and procedures and abstracts the codes and patient data into the Financial and Clinical computer systems.

Position Qualifications

• Associates Degree.
• Degree requirement can be waived on a year for year basis for experience.
• 5 Years ICD/CPT/HCPCS Coding Experience for a Healthcare System, Hospital, or Private Practice
• Experience with moderate complexity cases such as Ambulatory Surgical Clinic, Emergency Department Services.
• Must have one of the following certifications, accredited through AAPC or AHIMA:
  • Certified Coding Specialist (CCS)
  • Certified Coding Specialist - Physician based (CCS-P)
  • Certified Professional Coder (CPC)
• Certified Professional Coder - Hospital based (CPC-H)
• Able to operate printers, copiers, faxes and shredders.
• Experience with Cerner and 3M preferred
• Able to use 3M's Code 3 Coding and Reimbursement system.
• Able to type 50 wpm or faster (corrected for errors).

Benefits Include

• Generous PTO - starting at 4.5 weeks per year, accrued over time
• Eleven paid holidays
• Comprehensive healthcare coverage
• Life and Disability Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account
• Retirement plans
• Employee Wellness Center
• Plus More!

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Additional Information

ID:15234Location:BethelDepartment:Coding and Data/Charge EntryEmployment Duration:80 Full timeTemporary Status:Not ApplicableHours per Week:40Minimum Hourly Pay:24.95FLSA Status:Non-exempt

Yukon Kuskokwim Health Corporation is an Affi­ nitive Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified individuals will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status and any other basis protected by law. Individuals with disabilities needing assistance in the recruitment process are encouraged to contact Human Resources directly.

Under P.L. 93-638, preference is given to Alaska Native/American Indian applicants.