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

Clive Behavioral; Las Vegas (NV); Remote; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare organization in Southern Nevada is seeking a skilled coder to manage statistical reporting and coding for various medical operations. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in inpatient and outpatient coding, ensuring accuracy and compliance with established standards. This role offers a competitive compensation package and opportunities for professional growth within a supportive environment.

Benefits

Competitive Compensation

Generous Paid Time Off

Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription Drug Plans

401(K) with company match

Career opportunities within subsidiaries

Comprehensive education and training center

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years recent inpatient and outpatient coding experience required.
• Must maintain a 95% coding accuracy across all coding types.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for preparing statistical reports and coding diseases.
• Maintain indices according to established policies and procedures.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Computer Proficiency

ICD 9-CM/CPT Coding Knowledge

Written Communication Skills

Verbal Communication Skills

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 subsidiaries
• 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 of 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 fully support 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 law.

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

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