Lead Certified Coder - Full-Time - HIM

White Mountain Regional Medical Center; Arizona; On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full-time position with benefits

Job summary

White Mountain Regional Medical Center is hiring a Coder. This staff position is responsible for converting diagnoses and treatment procedures into codes using ICD-10-CM. The coder will collaborate with health-care team members and ensure compliance with coding standards. A High School Diploma or equivalent and relevant certifications are required, along with two years of experience in a healthcare setting.

Full-time position with a commitment to patient-centered care and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years clerical experience in a healthcare environment
• At least 2 years coding experience in a hospital
• Basic computer knowledge
• Knowledge of ICD-10-CM coding principles.

Responsibilities

• Encode diagnoses and procedures using ICD-10-CM
• Collaborate with health-care team members
• Apply judgment in coding processes
• Ensure accuracy with coding standards

Skills

Health information management

ICD-10-CM coding

Communication skills

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Certified Coding Associate (CCA)

Certified Coding Specialist (CCS)

Certified Professional Coder – Hospital (CPC-H)

Job description

Job Overview

The Coder position is a staff position responsible for conversion of diagnoses and treatment procedures into codes using an international classification of diseases. Through collaboration with all members of the health‑care team, it supports a patient‑centered culture and gains knowledge and skills to further the practice of the quality of patient services provided at WMRMC. Under the direction of the Revenue Cycle Director, the coder may be required to exercise independent judgment in applying knowledge required to facilitate the processes of health information management.

Responsibilities

Encode diagnoses and procedures using ICD‑10‑CM, collaborate with health‑care team members, apply independent judgment in coding processes, and ensure accuracy and compliance with coding standards.

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent.

Required Experience

• 2 years clerical experience in a healthcare environment
• 2 years coding experience in a hospital environment
• Basic computer knowledge

Preferred Education and Experience

Knowledge of diagnoses/procedures in accordance with ICD‑10‑CM coding principles.

Required Certifications

Completion of Certified Coding Associate (CCA) and/or Certified Coding Specialist (CCS) from AHIMA, or Certified Professional Coder – Hospital (CPC‑H) from AAPC, or equivalent certification, or successful completion of certification within ninety‑days of hire.

Benefits

Full‑time position with benefits.

Equal Opportunity Employer

White Mountain Regional Medical Center is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace and do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, gender, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other protected status.