Clinical Documentation Specialist at Johns Hopkins Medicine Baltimore, MD

Johns Hopkins Medicine; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 46,989 - 77,613; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

403B savings plan

Generous paid time off

Tuition assistance

Free parking

Referral bonuses

Job summary

A leading healthcare institution is looking for a Clinical Documentation Specialist to enhance the quality and accuracy of inpatient medical records. The role involves collaborating with healthcare professionals to ensure effective coding and documentation practices. Applicants must have relevant degrees and certifications, with a minimum of 2 years' specific experience in clinical documentation. This full-time position offers flexible remote work arrangements across several states, providing comprehensive benefits and work-life balance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree required for RNs with current RN license.
• Master’s degree required for NPs or PAs with relevant license.
• MD or MD-BS degree with appropriate certification.

Responsibilities

• Ensure quality and accuracy of inpatient medical records.
• Collaborate with physicians to improve documentation.
• Evaluate coding, risk, and severity assessments.

Skills

Clinical documentation improvement

Collaboration with healthcare staff

Medical record accuracy

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing

Master’s degree in Physician Assistant Studies or Nursing

MD or MD-BS

Tools

Electronic Health Records (EHR)

Job description

Clinical Documentation Specialist at Johns Hopkins Medicine

Clinical Documentation Specialist job at Johns Hopkins Medicine. Baltimore, MD.

YOU BELONG HERE! | Apply NOW and Join our Team!

At Johns Hopkins Community Physicians (JHCP), we bring the excellence of Johns Hopkins Medicine to our communities. With over 40 locations across Maryland, Virginia, and Washington, DC, your next incredible career opportunity is right in your neighborhood. You belong here!

As a Clinical Documentation Specialist, you’ll play a critical role in improving the quality and accuracy of inpatient medical records. By collaborating with physicians and staff, you’ll ensure proper documentation for coding, risk, and severity assessments.

If you are an RN, PA, NP, Foreign Medical Graduate or M.D., with the following experience, license, and certifications, APPLY NOW!

Education, License and Certifications

• For RNs: Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited School of Nursing. Current RN license and certifications listed below required.
• For NPs or PAs: Master’s degree in physician assistant studies or Master’s in Nursing from an AANP or ANCC accredited school. Current MD NP/PA license and certifications listed below required.
• For Foreign Medical Graduate or MD: MD or MD-BS and certifications listed below required.

Required Certifications

• RHIT or RHIA certification accredited by CAHIIM.
• CPC or CRC by AAPC or AHIMA

Work Experience

• RN: Requires a minimum of 3 years Registered Nurse clinical experience in healthcare setting. Minimum of 2 years as a Clinical Documentation Specialist. In lieu of healthcare setting experience, a minimum of 3 years of CDI experience, and/or other relevant clinical experience may be considered.
• PA or NP: Requires a minimum of 3 years Physician Assistant or NP experience in a healthcare setting. Minimum of 2 years as a Clinical Documentation Specialist. In lieu of healthcare setting experience, a minimum of 3 years of CDI experience, and /or other relevant clinical experience may be considered
• Other Advanced Clinical Degree (i.e. MD or MD-BS): Minimum of 3 years' experience in a healthcare setting. Minimum of 2 years of Clinical Documentation Improvement experience preferred.

Why Choose JHCP?

When you join our team, you’ll enjoy:

• Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 403B savings plan with employer contributions.
• Work-Life Balance: Generous paid time off and holidays.
• Tuition Assistance: Employee and dependent education benefits.
• Free parking
• Extra Perks: Referral bonuses and health & wellness programs.

Position Details

• Shift: Full-Time, Day Shift (40 hours/week) - Monday - Friday
• Location: Fully Remote (must reside or relocating to the following states within 90 days of hire): MD, DC, VA, PA, DE, and FL

For any questions, please email Radina Haggard @[e-mail]

Salary Range: Minimum 34.11/hour - Maximum 56.34/hour. Compensation will be commensurate with equity and experience for roles of similar scope and responsibility.

In cases where the range is displayed as a $0 amount, salary discussions will occur during candidate screening calls, before any subsequent compensation discussion is held between the candidate and any hiring authority.

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Diversity and Inclusion are Johns Hopkins Medicine Core Values. We are committed to creating a welcoming and inclusive environment, where we embrace and celebrate our differences, where all employees feel valued, contribute to our mission of serving the community, and engage in equitable healthcare delivery and workforce practices.

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