SR CODER (CERT)- VALLEY HEALTH SYSTEM (REMOTE PER DIEM)

Universal Health Services; Las Vegas (NV); Remote; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established health network is seeking a skilled coding professional to join their dynamic team. This role involves preparing statistical reports, coding diseases, and maintaining indices in a fast-paced environment. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in inpatient and outpatient coding, along with strong analytical skills and a deep understanding of medical terminology. This innovative firm offers competitive compensation, generous paid time off, and opportunities for career advancement within a supportive and inclusive workplace. If you're passionate about making a difference in healthcare, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Competitive Compensation

Generous Paid Time Off

Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision Plans

401(K) with company match

Discounted stock plan

Career opportunities

Comprehensive education and training

Qualifications

• 3+ years of coding experience in inpatient and outpatient settings.
• Must maintain a 95% coding accuracy across all types.

Responsibilities

• Prepare statistical reports and code diseases and operations.
• Maintain indices according to established policies.

Skills

ICD 9-CM/CPT coding knowledge

Computer proficiency

Analytical skills

Medical terminology knowledge

Education

Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA)

Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT)

Job description

Responsibilities

The Valley Health System has expanded into an integrated health network that serves more than two million people in Southern Nevada. Starting with Valley Hospital Medical Center in 1979, the Valley Health System has grown to include Centennial Hills Hospital Medical Center, Spring Valley Hospital Medical Center, Summerlin Hospital Medical Center , Henderson Hospital, and Valley Health Specialty Hospital.

Benefit Highlights:

• Competitive Compensation & Generous Paid Time Off
• Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plans
• 401(K) with company match and discounted stock plan
• Career opportunities within VHS and UHS Subsidies
• Challenging and rewarding work environment
• Comprehensive education and training center

Job Description: Responsible for preparing statistical reports, coding diseases and operations according to accepted classification
systems and maintaining indices according to established policies and procedures.

Qualifications

Education: Graduate as a Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA) or a Registered Health
Information Technician (RHIT) from an approved program by the American Health Information
Management Association (AHIMA) preferred.

Experience: Minimum 3 years recent Inpatient and Outpatient coding experience required. Coders must
have the ability to crossover between all coding types (IP, OP, ASC, ER) and maintain a 95%
coding accuracy across the board. -One to three years coding experience in an acute care
setting-including inpatient, outpatient and ambulatory surgery.

Technical Skills: Computer proficiency, analytical skills, ICD 9-CM/CPT coding knowledge.

License/Certification: Credentialed as RHIT/RHIA or CCS required

Other: Demonstrated knowledge of coding procedures, extensive reimbursement system knowledge,
written and verbal communication skills. Must possess excellent knowledge of medical
terminology, anatomy, physiology, and pathophysiology.

EEO Statement

All UHS subsidiaries are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates. UHS subsidiaries are equal opportunity employers and as such, openly support and fully commit to recruitment, selection, placement, promotion and compensation of individuals without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), genetic information, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

We believe that diversity and inclusion among our teammates is critical to our success.

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