Coding Ip Trainer​/Educator

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With over 75 years of excellence in Dallas‑Fort Worth, Texas, UT Southwestern is committed to excellence, innovation, teamwork, and compassion. As a world‑renowned medical and research center, we strive to provide the best possible care, resources, and benefits for our valued employees. Ranked as the number 1 hospital in Dallas‑Fort Worth according to U.S. News & World Report, we invest in you with opportunities for career growth and development to align with your future goals.

Our highly competitive benefits package offers healthcare, PTO and paid holidays, on‑site childcare, wage, merit increases and so much more. We invite you to be a part of the UT Southwestern team where you’ll discover a culture of teamwork, professionalism, and a rewarding career!

The Coding Inpatient (IP) Trainer/Educator, is responsible for training staff on coding concepts and guidelines, and clinical documentation concepts and procedures to ensure accurate and precise coding of the medical record to reflect the highest acuity level of the patient, and optimal reimbursement. Prepare and present education to individuals and Teams to ensure they have the knowledge required to support the highest level of performance.

• PPO medical plan, available day one at no cost for full-time employee-only coverage
• 100% coverage for preventive healthcare-no copay
• Paid Time Off, available day one
• Retirement Programs through the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS)
• Paid Parental Leave Benefit
• Wellness programs
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Qualified Employer
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• 3 years to 5 years acute hospital based inpatient coding experience, academic preferred, An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered
• Documented progression of leadership capacity based on past experience. Experience creating and delivering educational content Experience in Coding auditing with a deep understanding of CDI concepts Strong critical thinking skills and the ability to review the medical record to identify possible query opportunities to ensure precise code assignments Knowledge of the elements of disease processes and related procedures Excellent written and verbal communication skills;
  
  ability to concisely and effectively communicate with Team Members, Providers, Leadership, etc. Ability to work independently with minimal supervision

• (RHIA) REGD HEALTH INFO ADMINIST or
• (RHIT) REGD HEALTH INFO TECHNOLO or
• (CCS) CERT CODING SPECIALIST or
• (CPC-H) Certified Professional Coder-Hospital Preferred
• AHIMA-approved ICD-10-CM/PCS Trainer certification

Bachelor's Degree or Associate's Degree in Health Information Management and/or closely related field

Experience working in a remote environment

• Coordinates onboarding for all new staff
• Trains new Coding staff on Coding guidelines, concepts, procedures, and identification of query opportunities
• Maintains and implements the Coding orientation program
• Develop training and reference materials; i.e., tip sheets, guidelines, etc.
• Maintain and update training and reference materials to reflect current status
• Mentors and coaches to ensure that new Coding Staff and current Team have the knowledge and skills for success
• Performs concurrent and retrospective reviews to monitor progress of new and current Team members
• Provides feedback to ensure their success
• Identify educational trends and gaps through audit findings and develop targeted tutorials
• Submit educational content for CEU approval through AHIMA or AAPC
• Creates and presents targeted educational materials to improve the quality and completeness of coding
• Codi…