Coder II - Sharp Tri-City - Full Time

Sharp; Oceanside (CA); Hybrid; USD 43,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Sharp Tri-City is seeking a Coder II to code diagnoses and procedures in the Emergency Department, Infusion Wound Care Clinic, and Outpatient Encounters. You will apply HCPCS/CPT and ICD-10-CM coding rules with accuracy and integrity.

The role requires at least 6 months of ED coding experience or 1 year in outpatient/inpatient coding, with a focus on documentation quality and compliance. The position includes on-site duties and adherence to safety standards.

Qualifications

• Six (6) months Emergency Department coding experience with ICD-10-CM and CPT.
• Alternatively, one year outpatient or inpatient coding experience with ICD-10-CM and CPT.
• Internal transfers: 1 year Coder 1 at Tri-City Medical Center eligible.
• Preferred: Wound Care Clinic or Infusion Center coding experience with CPT/ICD-10-CM.

Responsibilities

• Code encounters using HCPCS/CPT and ICD-10-CM coding guidelines.
• Maintain a safe, clean working environment and infection control requirements.
• Observe and report unusual documentation patterns requiring further action.
• Pursue ongoing education to maintain current professional certification.

Skills

ICD-10-CM coding

HCPCS/CPT coding

Medical terminology

Coding certifications

Documentation accuracy

Compliance knowledge

Job description

## Coder II - Sharp Tri-City - Full TimeApply: STCMC Tri-City Medical Center Main Campus - 4002 Vista Way: Full time: Posted Today: JR209944**Hours:****Shift Start Time:**6 AM**Shift End Time:**2:30 PM**AWS Hours Requirement:**8/40 - 8 Hour Shift**Additional Shift Information:****Weekend Requirements:**As Needed**On-Call Required:**No**Hourly Pay Range (Minimum - Midpoint - Maximum):**$31.230 - $38.250 - $45.280This position is covered by a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) with SEIU.**What You Will Do** Under the supervision of the Director or Manager, the Coder II is responsible for coding (using HCPCS/CPT and/or ICD-10-CM) all diagnoses and visit applicable procedures for the Emergency Department, Infusions Wound Care Clinic and Outpatient Ancillary encounters. **Required Qualifications*** Six (6) months Emergency Department coding experience utilizing ICD-10-CM codes and CPT required; will consider one year of outpatient or inpatient coding experience, utilizing ICD-10-CM and CPT codes in lieu of 6 months Emergency Department coding experience.Or* Internal transfers: will consider one year Coder 1 experience at Tri-City Medical Center in lieu of 6 months Emergency Department coding experience.**Preferred Qualifications*** Wound Care Clinic encounters and Infusion Center coding experience utilizing CPT and/or ICD-10-CM codes, preferred.**Other Qualification Requirements*** Requires (1) one of the following: Current Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT) Current Certified Coding Specialist (CCS) Current Certified Coding Associate (CCA) Current Certified Professional Coder (CPC)**Essential Functions*** The position characteristics reflect the most important duties, responsibilities and competencies considered necessary to perform the essential functions of the job in a fully competent manner. They should not be considered as a detailed description of all the work requirements of the position. The characteristics of the position and standards of performance may be changed by TCMC with or without prior notice based on the needs of the organization. Maintains a safe, clean working environment, including unit based safety and infection control requirements. Codes encounters using HCPCS/CPT and/or ICD-10-CM coding guidelines according to Hospital-Based and quality monitoring criteria. Observes and reports unusual patterns in documentation (physician and/or nursing) that requires additional steps research in order for coding to be completed. Responsible for on-going education to maintain current professional certification. Responsible for the review and comprehension of current information regarding coding and compliance issues. Adheres to the AHIMA Standards of Ethical Coding developed by the AHIMA Council on Coding and Classification. Performs other related duties as requested by Management.**Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities*** Successful completion of coding skills assessment with a score of at least 70% that evaluates application of candidate’s knowledge, required.* Knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy and physiology, compliance and reimbursement guidelines, required.* Intermediate computer skills, required.* Detail oriented with strong analytical skills, required.* Ability to demonstrate flexibility in response to unexpected change in work volume and work schedule, required.* Excellent human relations’ skills including listening, conflict resolution, and team building, required.