Lead Coding Specialist Inpatient, Fully Remote, CCS or RHIT certified, FT, 08A-4:30P

Baptist Health South Florida; United States; Remote; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization is seeking a Coding Supervisor to support coding operations and ensure compliance with coding guidelines. Candidates should have an associate degree and AHIMA certification, with at least five years of inpatient hospital coding experience. The role offers opportunities for career advancement within a supportive work environment focused on quality care.

Benefits

Salary up to $38.00/hour

Sign-on bonus available

Opportunity for career advancement

Supportive work environment

Qualifications

• Minimum of five years of inpatient hospital coding experience in a large healthcare institution.
• Experience in coding, abstracting, and reimbursement processes.

Responsibilities

• Provide primary support to the Coding Supervisor in supervising coding operations.
• Ensure compliance with ICD-10-CM/PCS guidelines and coding conventions.
• Monitor reports to identify opportunities for improvement in operations.
• Provide training to coding personnel for accurate coding.
• Conduct research on coding issues and assist in reconciliation of reports.

Skills

Strong verbal and written communication skills

Proficiency in health information systems

Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)

Education

Associate degree

AHIMA Certified Coding Specialist certification

Job description

Employer Industry: Healthcare Services

Why consider this job opportunity:

• Salary up to $38.00/hour based on experience
• Sign-on bonus available for candidates with relevant experience
• Opportunity for career advancement and growth within the organization
• Supportive and collaborative work environment focused on compassion and quality care
• Chance to make a positive impact on patient care and outcomes

What to Expect (Job Responsibilities):

• Provide primary support to the Coding Supervisor in supervising coding, abstracting, and reimbursement processes
• Ensure compliance with ICD-10-CM/PCS guidelines, CPT, and coding conventions across all facilities
• Monitor reports and workflows to identify opportunities for improvement in operations
• Provide training and support to coding personnel to ensure accurate and timely coding
• Conduct research on coding issues and assist in the reconciliation of coding reports

What is Required (Qualifications):

• Associate degree required
• AHIMA Certified Coding Specialist certification
• Minimum of five years of inpatient hospital coding experience in a large healthcare institution
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Proficiency in health information systems and MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)

How to Stand Out (Preferred Qualifications):

• Certification as RHIA or RHIT or equivalent experience
• Demonstrated problem-solving and personnel management skills
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks under pressure
• Experience in database management and spreadsheet design

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