Clinical Documentation Spec - Clinical Documentation - PRN - Days

Grady Memorial Hospital Corporation; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Grady Health System is seeking a Clinical Documentation Specialist to ensure the accuracy and completeness of clinical documentation in patient records. This role supports high-quality patient care, regulatory compliance, and proper hospital reimbursement through detailed clinical reviews.

The ideal candidate will bring experience in clinical reviews, documentation integrity, and collaboration across departments to enhance documentation quality and coding accuracy.

Skills

Patient-Centered Care

Integrity & Accountability

Collaboration & Teamwork

Communication

Respect & Inclusion

Quality & Safety

Adaptability & Resilience

Continuous Improvement

Leadership & Professionalism

Employee Experience Focus

Job description

Whatever the role, everyone at Grady is part of something bigger. Choosing a career at Grady is choosing to be part of a legacy of service and commitment to our communities. If you want to make a difference, we want to hear from you.

Job Summary

The Clinical Documentation Specialist is a skilled clinician with extensive experience in conducting clinical reviews. Their role focuses on maintaining the integrity of the medical record by enhancing the quality, completeness, timeliness, and accuracy of clinical documentation in patient records. This will help ensure high-quality patient care, compliance with quality standards, effective clinical coding, and proper hospital reimbursement.

Core Competencies

• 1. Patient-Centered Care – Demonstrates a commitment to delivering safe, compassionate, and high-quality care that prioritizes the well‑being and satisfaction of patients and their families.
• 2. Integrity & Accountability – Acts ethically, maintains confidentiality, and accepts responsibility for actions, decisions, and outcomes.
• 3. Collaboration & Teamwork – Builds positive relationships, works effectively across departments, and supports colleagues to achieve shared goals.
• 4. Communication – Communicates clearly, respectfully, and effectively with patients, families, colleagues, and leadership.
• 5. Respect & Inclusion – Creates an inclusive environment by valuing diversity, treating others with dignity, and ensuring equitable care and opportunities for all.
• 6. Quality & Safety – Adheres to best practices, regulatory standards, and policies to ensure safe, reliable, and high-quality outcomes.
• 7. Adaptability & Resilience – Responds effectively to change, remains flexible in dynamic situations, and demonstrates resilience under pressure.
• 8. Continuous Improvement – Seeks opportunities to improve processes, skills, and outcomes through innovation, learning, and feedback.
• 9. Leadership & Professionalism – Inspires, guides, and develops individuals and teams while modeling professionalism, fairness, and transparency.
• 10. Employee Experience Focus – Champions a supportive and engaging employee journey that enables staff to thrive and, in turn, deliver exceptional patient care.

Grady Total Rewards

• Health & Wellness: Medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage.
• Financial Security: Retirement savings plans with employer contributions, life insurance, and disability coverage.
• Work-Life Balance: Paid time off, holidays, and family leave benefits.
• Career Growth: Tuition reimbursement, professional development programs, and opportunities for advancement.
• Employee Support: Employee Assistance Program (EAP), wellness initiatives, and discounts on services.

Why Join Grady?

Grady Health System is more than a hospital — we are a vital part of Atlanta and the surrounding communities. For over 125 years, Grady has been committed to providing exceptional care, advancing health equity, and making a difference in the lives of those we serve. When you join Grady, you become part of a team that values excellence, compassion, innovation, and collaboration. Here, every role matters. Whether you provide direct patient care, support our operations, or lead teams, you play an important part in fulfilling our mission. We offer opportunities to learn, grow, and build a meaningful career in an environment where your contributions are recognized and valued. At Grady, we don’t just work, we make an impact.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement: Grady Health System is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to fostering a workforce where all employees feel valued, respected, and empowered to succeed. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic. Grady is dedicated to creating an accessible work environment and provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities to ensure equitable opportunities for success.

If you're passionate about healthcare, ready to make a real impact, and want to thrive in a dynamic, innovative environment, Grady is where your career takes off!

Join our Talent Community

At Grady Health System, we are more than just a healthcare provider – we are a lifeline for our community. With a rich history of compassionate care, we’ve been serving Atlanta and beyond for over 125 years. As one of the nation’s leading public health systems, we are committed to delivering exceptional, patient-centered care to all, regardless of ability to pay. Our dedicated team of healthcare professionals brings a passion for making a difference, and together, we provide top—We embrace innovation, diversity, and collaboration to meet the unique needs of our patients and create a healthier future for everyone. Join us in our mission to make a lasting impact – because at Grady, your care, your career, and your community matter.