Inpatient Coder

Ascension; Jacksonville (FL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health coverage

403(b) employer match retirement plan

PTO & holidays

Tuition reimbursement and professional

Employee Assistance Program

Parental leave and family benefits

Pet insurance option

Job summary

Ascension is seeking a focused coding auditor in Jacksonville, FL to audit medical records per plan, prepare audit reports, and support coding and billing improvements within the Revenue Cycle department.

The role emphasizes education, trend analysis, and development of corrective actions to address high-risk compliance areas. Day shift, full-time, on-site position with Ascension’s supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Licensure / Certification / Registration: None required.
• Education: High school diploma/GED with 2 years experience, or Associate's degree, or Technical degree.
• Work Experience: 1 year of experience required.

Responsibilities

• Audits specified number of records per coder as defined in the system coding audit plan and prepares audit reports.
• Develops corrective action plans to address opportunities for coding, billing and documentation improvement.
• Identifies trends and educational opportunities.
• Prepares and presents educational programs related to coding.
• Assists in the management of the coding and billing auditing and monitoring program to address high risk compliance areas.

Education

High school diploma/GED with 2 years experience, or Associate's degree, or Technical degree

Job description

Your Future Role At A Glance

Location: Jacksonville, FL
Facility: Ascension Medical Group
Department: Revenue Cycle
Schedule: Day Shift | Full-Time

How You'll Make An Impact In This Role

Audits specified number of records per coder as defined in the system coding audit plan and prepares audit reports that are issued to key stakeholders, as appropriate.
Develops corrective action plans to address opportunities for coding, billing and documentation improvement.
Identifies trends and educational opportunities.
Prepares and presents educational programs related to coding.
Assists in the management of the coding and billing auditing and monitoring program to address high risk compliance areas.

What Minimum Requirements You'll Need

Licensure / Certification / Registration
Required Credential(s): None Required

Education
High school diploma/GED with 2 years of experience, or Associate's degree, or Technical degree required

Work Experience
1 year of experience required

Benefits That Help You Thrive

• Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options
• Financial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance
• Time to recharge: pro-rated paid time off (PTO) and holidays
• Career growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning
• Emotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources
• Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits
• Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more

Life At Ascension: Where Purpose Meets Opportunity

Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 99,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you'll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.

Equal employment opportunity employer

Ascension provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, lactation, breastfeeding, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, all as defined by applicable law, and any other legally protected status or characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.

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