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Named among "Great Places to Work" by Becker's Hospital Review Career Growth Opportunities Benefit Eligibility (Medical/Dental/Vision/Life) the first of the month following 30 days of employment 401K program (Discretionary matching funds available) Employee Assistance Program Referral Program Dental plans & Vision plans GENEROUS Personal time off Eight Paid Holidays per year Quarterly incentive plans Employee of the month awards with monetary gift and parking space Training Programs Wellness programs Flexible work schedule JOB DESCRIPTION OVERVIEW:
The Coding ETM Senior provides one on one and departmental direction of ETM staff as well as monitors performance standards and the daily workflow of the Coding Department to ensure corporate goals and standards are met. Also, ensures quality coding consistent with ICD-10, corporate and governmental guidelines, rules and regulations. The Coding ETM Senior provides coding and documentation feedback to appropriate leaders within HCFS Billing Center and TeamHealth.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Assist the coding staff and ensure that departmental procedures and systems operate efficiently, and effective personnel relations are maintained. Answer daily questions from ETM staff as well as perform QA on all ETM coding representatives on a monthly basis. Monitor and adjust work assignments daily in ETM based off need. Create and maintain ETM Policies and Procedures and perform staff ETM education. Perform Level 1 QA coding reviews, as needed each month based off overflow from Level 1 Reviewer. Review with coder and answer any questions from the Level 1 reviews performed. Assist Trainer with ICD-10 training and questions from coding staff. Assist in Level 1 QA reviews of Senior staff on a monthly basis. Assist with CCIS updates and revisions, as needed. Follows all policies and procedures as well as instruct coding staff on correct policies and procedures. Complete special projects/reports as requested by the Coding Manager, Director of Coding and/or VP of the Billing Center. QUALIFICATIONS / EXPERIENCE: High school diploma or equivalent required. College course work preferred in a health care related field. Additional training in coding and medical documentation required. Extensive knowledge of medical terminology, regulatory requirements and physician billing. Record of passing Level 2 QA audits. Proficiency in ICD-10 coding and CPT procedural coding. CPC, RHIT or CCS-P certification preferred. Minimum two (2) years medical coding experience. Excellent organizational, analytical and communication skills. Ability to lead and direct. Maintain confidentiality at all times. SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: None PHYSICAL / ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS: Job performed in a semi-quiet setting Prolonged sitting Occasional lifting or carrying This position may require manual dexterity and/or frequent use of the computer, telephone, 10-key calculator, office machines (copier, scanner, fax) and/or the ability to perform repetitive motions and/or meet production standards to comply with the essential functions. Also, may require physical and/or mental stamina to work additional hours beyond a regular schedule and/or more than five days per week.
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Cooperative, positive, courteous and professional behavior and conduct is an essential function of every position. All employees must be able to work with others beyond giving and receiving instructions. This includes getting along with co-workers, peers and management without exhibiting behavior extremes. Job functions may require personal leadership skills such as conflict resolution, negotiating, instructing, persuading, speaking with others as well as responding appropriately to job performance feedback from the supervisor. Additionally, the information contained in this job description has been designated to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this position.
