Senior Medical Records Coder - HIM Specialist

Veterans Health Administration; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Veterans Health Administration at the Orlando VA Medical Center seeks an MRT (Coder) to classify medical data from patient health records in hospital and physician-based settings. The role requires knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy, physiology, and coding, with certification emphasis for advancement.

Candidates must meet education or certification criteria outlined, with U.S. citizenship and English proficiency.

Qualifications

• US citizenship is required; non-citizens may be appointed per VA policy.
• English proficiency in speaking and writing as required by 38 U.S.C. § 7403(f).
• One year of creditable experience in medical terminology, anatomy, physiology, medical coding, and health-record structure.
• Education options include an associate degree with relevant coursework, AHIMA/AAPC coding program, or equivalent training leading to certification eligibility.
• Equivalencies combining education and experience are acceptable, including military training with medical coding components.

Skills

Medical coding

Medical terminology

Health information management

Education

Associate degree in health information technology/health information management

AHIMA approved coding program

Intense coding training program

Job description

Veterans Health Administration at the Orlando VA Medical Center seeks an MRT (Coder) to classify medical data from patient health records in hospital and physician-based settings. The role requires knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy, physiology, and coding, with certification emphasis for advancement.

Candidates must meet education or certification criteria outlined, with U.S. citizenship and English proficiency.