Profee Coder Surgical and EM Coder

Addison Group; Town of Amherst (NY); Remote; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare organization is hiring Profee Medical Coders on a contract-to-hire basis. This remote role involves reviewing and coding various medical charts with specific responsibilities across multiple specialties. Ideal candidates will possess relevant certifications and experience, as well as strong communication skills in a team-oriented environment.

Benefits

Competitive compensation

Work with a supportive leadership team

Remote equipment provided

Flexible schedule after 90 days

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of Profee coding experience required.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work collaboratively in a remote setting.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and Teams.

Responsibilities

• Accurately assign codes for surgical procedures and E/M services based on documentation.
• Review and process hospital and office-based encounters.
• Meet department productivity standards.

Skills

Communication

Remote work collaboration

Profee coding

Education

CPC certification

RHIT certification

CCS-P certification

Tools

Medent

EPIC

Codify

Optum EncoderPro

Job description

Job Title : Profee Medical Coder (Contract-to-Hire)

Location (Remote – must reside in one of the following states) : NY, CA, NC, SC, OH, TX, GA, or NJ

Industry : Healthcare

Pay : $25 - $30 / hour

About the Organization :

This opportunity is with a mission-driven healthcare system based in the Northeast U.S. , known for its community focus and commitment to quality care. The organization operates multiple hospitals, long-term care facilities, and specialized service centers, and is backed by faith-based sponsorship. Their focus is on delivering compassionate, patient-centered care to residents across the region.

Role Overview :

The organization is expanding its Professional Fee (Profee) coding team and is hiring three remote coders on a contract-to-hire basis. The coders will work across a range of chart types—from surgical cases to evaluation and management (E / M) coding—with a strong emphasis on high-volume specialties.

Top Specialties Coded :

• Obstetrics & Gynecology
• Interventional Radiology
• Gastroenterology & Bariatrics
• Orthopedics

Key Responsibilities :

• Accurately assign codes for surgical procedures and E / M services based on documentation
• Review and process hospital and office-based encounters, from preventive care to high-complexity surgeries
• Meet department productivity standards across various chart types (outlined below)
• Participate in initial training focused on diagnosis coding before transitioning into specialty work
• Collaborate with leadership and team members via Microsoft Teams
• Maintain communication and scheduling transparency, especially if changes occur after the first 90 days

Requirements :

• Certifications : CPC, RHIT, or CCS-P (through AAPC or AHIMA)
• Experience : At least 2 years of Profee coding required
• Proficient in tools such as Medent, EPIC, Codify, and Optum EncoderPro
• Strong communication skills; experience with Microsoft Excel and Teams
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a remote setting
• Must complete a 10-panel drug screen and TB test
• Schedule : Monday–Friday; 8-hour shifts starting between 7 : 00–8 : 00 AM (flexibility after 90 days)
• Remote Equipment : Provided by agency (pending setup)
• Interview Process : Virtual interviews with department leads
• Assessment : Either agency-provided or client-specific coding assessment (TBD)
• Start Date : ASAP

Team Culture & Fit :

• Ideal candidates are team-oriented , willing to share knowledge, and comfortable in a fast-paced , backlogged environment
• Must be comfortable communicating openly and being held to clear productivity metrics
• Fully remote work with equipment provided
• Competitive compensation with clear path to permanent employment
• Work with a supportive and structured leadership team
• Gain deep experience across a wide range of specialties and procedures