Coder I

Memorial Physician Practices; McMinnville (OR); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Willamette Valley Medical Center is seeking a Medical Office Assistant-Coder I to join our team in a full-time, on-site role. The coder will apply ICD diagnosis codes and CPT/HCPCS codes to patient records, ensuring accurate and compliant documentation for data retrieval, analysis, and claims processing.

The position requires a High School Diploma or equivalent and AAPC certification. The successful candidate must thrive under pressure and contribute to ongoing coding accuracy and quality

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• AAPC Certification required.

Responsibilities

• Assigns accurate ICD diagnosis codes using compliant documentation.
• Assigns accurate CPT/HCPCS codes to records using compliant documentation.
• Interprets physician documentation within coding guidelines and obtains clarification where needed.
• Uses reference tools to understand diseases and diagnoses.
• Performs other coding duties as assigned.

Skills

Medical coding

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

AAPC Certification

Job description

Job Schedule: Full-Time (Not a Remote Position)

Your experience matters

Willamette Valley Medical Center is operated jointly with Lifepoint Health. We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. As a Medical Office Assistant joining our team, you're embracing our promise to provide superior patient care that exceeds industry standards as well as patient expectations. Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve.

Job Summary:

Applies the appropriate diagnostic and procedural codes to individual patient health information for data retrieval, analysis, and claims processing. FLSA: Non-exempt

How you'll contribute:

A Coder I who excels at this role:

• Assigns accurate ICD diagnosis codes, using compliant documentation.
• Assigns accurate CPT/HCPCS codes to records, using compliant documentation.
• Applies knowledge of Coding Guidelines to select the appropriate diagnosis code.
• Uses available research and reference tools to understand the disease process and diagnosis.
• Interprets physician documentation within the coding guidelines and obtains clarification from physicians regarding vague or ambiguous record documentation.
• Enhances coding knowledge and skills with continuing education activities as described in HIM.COD.003 policy and by reviewing pertinent literature
• Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action
• Performs other duties as assigned.

What we are looking for:

• Education: High School Diploma or equivalent Required
• AAPC Certification required

Why join us:

We believe that investing in our employees is the first step to providing excellent patient care. In addition to your base compensation, this position also offers:

• Comprehensive Benefits: Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage for full-time and part-time employees.
• Financial Protection & PTO: Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave and paid time off.
• Financial & Career Growth: Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.
• Employee Well-being: Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).
• Professional Development: Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.

EEOC Statement:

Willamette Valley Medical Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Willamette Valley Medical Center is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment.

Lifepoint Health is a leader in community-based care and driven by a mission of Making Communities Healthier. Our diversified healthcare delivery network spans 29 states and includes 63 community hospital campuses, 32 rehabilitation and behavioral health hospitals, and more than 170 additional sites of care across the healthcare continuum, such as acute rehabilitation units, outpatient centers and post-acute care facilities. We believe that success is achieved through talented people. We want to create places where employees want to work, with opportunities to pursue meaningful and satisfying careers that truly make a difference in communities across the country.