HIM/Medical Records Coder (CCS) - Academic Medical Center (Remote) - Avant Tech : Job Details

• Work Type: Full-time
• Schedule: Hybrid (4 days/week in office; 1 day/week work remotely)
• Location: New York, or within the Tri-State Area

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Inpatient Medical Coder/Health Information Management Specialist to join our team. The ideal candidate will possess a strong foundation in inpatient coding, a thorough understanding of health information management principles, and the ability to work effectively within a complex healthcare environment.

Responsibilities:

• Accurately assign ICD-10-CM and PCS codes, as well as DRG assignments, for inpatient medical records.
• Review and analyze medical documentation to ensure accurate and complete coding.
• Maintain a high level of coding accuracy and productivity.
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to clarify documentation and resolve coding discrepancies.
• Stay current with coding guidelines, regulations, and industry best practices.
• Provide coding education and support to other team members.
• Demonstrate knowledge of Health Information Management functions, policies, and practices in an electronic environment.
• Utilize hospital information systems effectively.
• Demonstrate a high degree of analytical ability.
• Utilize computer hardware and software applications, such as Windows and Microsoft Office Suite.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent years of experience.
• Certified Coding Specialist (CCS) certification from AHIMA.
• Minimum of 3 years of inpatient coding experience.
• Minimum of 2 years of demonstrated coding experience with a focus on complex case mix.
• Strong interpersonal and coder education expertise.

Preferred Qualifications:

• 5 years of Health Information Management/Medical Records experience in an academic medical center environment.
• Prior experience as a DRG Coordinator.
• Experience with 3M coding software.
• RHIA or RHIT certification.

Required Skills and Certifications:

• Certified Coding Specialist (CCS) Certification through the American Health Information Management Association.

Ideal Candidate:

• Possesses a strong knowledge of hospital information systems.
• Exhibits a high degree of analytical ability.
• Demonstrates proficiency in computer hardware and software applications, including Windows and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Has a demonstrated knowledge of Health Information Management functions, policies, and practices in an electronic environment.