Professional/Physician Medical Coder I

Hamilton Physician Group, Inc.; United States; On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

403(b) Matching

Dental insurance

EAP

Wellness program

Life & AD&D insurance

Disability insurance

FSA

ICHRA health

Paid annual leave

Vision insurance

Job summary

Vitruvian Health is seeking a qualified medical coder to join our team. The role involves coding Evaluation and Management services and related medical procedures with CPT, ICD-10-CM/PCS, and ICD-9-CM knowledge.

You will work in a collaborative environment, ensuring accuracy and compliance with healthcare regulations, while communicating effectively with clinicians and staff.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required.
• Must hold coding certification (CPC, CPC-H, CCS, CCS-P).
• 1+ year experience coding E/M services; surgical coding preferred.
• Knowledge of ICD-9-CM, ICD-10-CM/PCS, CPT coding systems.

Responsibilities

• Examine records and verify documentation for accurate code assignments.
• Communicate coding information clearly to practitioners.
• Maintain knowledge of coding and billing regulations.

Skills

Medical coding

Medical terminology

Coding concepts

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Microsoft Office

Electronic Health Records

Job description

Who We Are

At Vitruvian Health, we serve with compassion. As the leading healthcare system for northwest Georgia and southeast Tennessee, we are committed not only to strengthening the health of our communities, but also to supporting the growth, success, and well‑being of every team member.

Our Legacy

Formerly Hamilton Health Care System, Vitruvian Health is built on a legacy of trust, innovation, and exceptional care. With more than 80 access points across the region—including Hamilton Medical Center and Bradley Medical Center—you’ll have the opportunity to be part of something bigger: a connected, mission‑driven team making a difference every day.

Our Values

Our core values—Professionalism, Respect, Integrity, Diversity, and Excellence (PRIDE)—guide every interaction and decision. We believe in empowering our people, celebrating what makes us unique, and delivering care that reflects the heart of our mission.

Your Career With Us

Join us and build a meaningful career where you’re valued, inspired, and supported to make a real impact. Excellence. Every person. Every time.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS

• Education: High School Diploma Required
• Licensure: Coding Certification required (CPC, CPC-H, CCS, CCS-P)
• Experience: At least 1-year experience coding Evaluation and Management services required, surgical specialty experience preferred.
• Skills Knowledge of Medical Record content, medical terminology, anatomy & physiology, ICD9-CM, ICD10-CM/PCS & CPT coding systems.
• Ability to examine the chart and verify documentation needed for accurate code assignment.
• Ability to clearly communicate medical coding information to professional practitioners.
• Knowledge of coding concepts and principles.
• Knowledge and understanding of medical coding and billing systems and regulatory requirements.
• Knowledge of legal, regulatory, and policy compliance matters related to medical coding and billing procedures and documentation.
• Ability to apply good judgment and decision‑making skills.
• Attention to detail and quality.
• Ability to prioritize workload and strong recall and recognition skills.
• Good verbal, written and computer communication skills.
• Ability to perform computer functions in Microsoft Office.
• This position must practice good organization skills due to interruptions and interactions with other team members.
• Position must be able to work in a team environment and be self‑directed and work autonomously when necessary.
• Must remain calm under stress and must be able to appropriately respond to a disgruntled person during such occasions when necessary (i.e., internal and external customers and stakeholders).

PHYSICAL, MENTAL, ENVIRONMENTAL AND WORKING CONDITIONS

Works in a typical office setting. Frequent sitting, and long periods of reviewing records from a computer screen. Prolonged sitting and eye strain with concentrated effort over detail work. Requires a moderate amount of working with computers. Requires walking up and down stairs. Requires use of proper body mechanics. Often it will be necessary for individual to spend most of shift sitting. Dexterity of upper extremities and fingers, as well as mental and visual dexterity to names, numbers, codes, report types, as well as hand dexterity to enter data. i. Work assignments require consistent periods of sitting. ii. Dexterity of upper extremities and fingers, as well as mental dexterity for utilizing dual monitors and operating multiple windows of different software programs simultaneously. iii. Ability to communicate clearly and understandably on the telephone and in person. iv. Ability to understand the spoken word on the telephone and in person.

Full‑Time Benefits

• 403(b) Matching (Retirement)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program (EAP)
• Employee wellness program
• Employer paid Life and AD&D insurance
• Employer paid Short and Long‑Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• ICHRA for health insurance
• Paid Annual Leave (Time off)
• Vision insurance