Sr. Certified Coder

Sr. Certified Coder – Clinical Document-Coding Mgmt

The Sr. Certified Coder will:

• Assign appropriate diagnosis and procedure codes to all applicable records (concurrently/discharge) on patient units in accordance with established coding principals and guidelines.
• Collaborate with coding supervisor to manage workflow and distribution of discharged records to non-senior coding staff.
• Respond to inquiries from fellow coders regarding coding questions or concerns.
• Collaborate with clinical documentation nursing specialists to ensure quality documentation practices.
• Assist physicians, hospital personnel and others with coding and billing inquiries as needed.
• Report discharged not final billed (DNFB) problems to coding supervisor.

Requirements:

• Knowledge of coding systems, medical terminology, anatomy and physiology required.
• A minimum of five (5) years of inpatient coding experience required.
• Strong interpersonal and decision-making skills required.
• Certified Coding Specialist (CCS) required.

Salary Range: 31.36 - 50.17 USD

We offer competitive base rates that are determined by many factors, including job-related work experience, internal equity, and industry-specific market data. In addition to base salary, some positions may be eligible for clinical certification pay and shift differentials.

The salary range listed for exempt positions reflects full-time compensation and will be prorated based on employment status.

Saint Peter's offers a robust benefits program to eligible employees that will support you and your family in working toward achieving and maintaining secure, healthy lives now and into the future. Benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance; savings accounts, voluntary benefits, wellness programs and discounts, paid life insurance, generous 401(k) match, adoption assistance, back-up daycare, free onsite parking, and recognition rewards.

You can take your career to the next level by participating in either a fully paid tuition program or our generous tuition assistance program. Learn more about our benefits by visiting our site at Saint Peter's.