JOB DESCRIPTION DETAILS
Job Summary: Codes and abstracts outpatient medical records in accordance with established coding conventions and guidelines.
Education: Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Health Information Management (HIM) or Coding, preferred.
Position requires formal working knowledge equivalent to a two or four year degree in HIM or Coding.
Registration/Certification/Licensure: AHIMA Certifications (RHIA, RHIT, CCS, CCS-P) or AAPC Certifications (CPC, CPC-H) required upon hire/transfer or within 12 months of hire/transfer.
Experience: 1+ years outpatient facility coding or related experience.
Familiarity with Meditech and 3M Coding and Reimbursement System, preferred.
360 Encompass experience, a plus.
Other Requirements: Maintains unit-specific and hospital competencies, mandatory learning, and any clinical certifications required in accordance with the Staff Education and Training policy GA-057 and/or any other department requirements.
Comprehensive knowledge of Pathophysiology, disease processes, Pharmacology and Medical Terminology.
Ability to effectively communicate with clinical and non-clinical staff, both verbally and in writing.
Knowledge of HIM workflow.
Ability to complete and submit physician queries as appropriate.
Effectively communicates with clinical and non-clinical staff, both verbally and in writing, by implementing organization-wide communication techniques as a daily practice.
Demonstrated proficiency of computer skills necessary to effectively complete position requirements.
Ability to work independently and prioritize tasks producing quality work that is timely.
Additional Information: CalvertHealth (CH) offers all employees free parking, discounted meals, 403(b) Plan with employer match available and access to our Employee Assistance Program.