Outpatient Coder

Aya Healthcare; Kenosha (WI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Froedtert South, Inc. seeks a Health Information Technician to code observation and same-day patient records, ensuring accurate and organized medical records.

The role requires knowledge of ICD/CPT coding, strong medical terminology, and proficient use of Microsoft Office. Applicants should have a high school diploma or GED, with an Associate degree in Health Information Technology preferred and at least 1 year of coding experience.

Qualifications

• High School or GED required; Associate degree in HIT preferred.
• 1 year coding experience preferred.
• RHIA/RHIT eligibility or certification eligible or certified is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Code observation and same-day surgery records.
• Maintain and organize medical records for daily operations.
• Communicate with clinical and non-clinical staff, patients, and visitors.
• Ensure accuracy and confidentiality of records.

Skills

Medical coding

Microsoft Office

English communication

Detail oriented

Education

Associate degree in HIT (preferred)

High School or GED

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Health Information Technician

Employees in this position code observation patient and same-day patient records.

High School or Equivalent (GED). Associates Degree in HIT preferred.

1 year Coding experience preferred.

RHIA (Registered Health Information Administrator) or RHIT (Registered Health Information Technician) eligible or certified.

Ability to read, write, hear, speak, and comprehend the English language. Ability to re-organize work, re-prioritize tasks, and perform multi-tasks in a changing environment. Ability to pay attention to detail. Ability to work independently as well as part of a team. Ability to accurately relay information and communicate in a tactful and courteous manner with co-workers, clinical staff, non-clinical staff, patients, and visitors. Proficient computer and keyboarding skills and experience using Microsoft Office products. Strong knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy & physiology, and pathophysiology. Knowledge of International Classification of Disease (ICD) and Current Procedural Terminology (CPT).

After 6 months of experience, codes 2 Observation or 3 Same Day Surgery records per hour.

Location: Froedtert South, Inc. MEDICAL RECORDS Schedule: Full-time, Days, 80