HB Coding Auditor​/Educator - Remote

HB Coding Auditor/Educator - Remote

Ochsner LSU Health is seeking a consulting team member for client or internal assignments. The role handles escalated coding projects, new services, regulatory updates, and overall coding quality while providing education to coders, billers, nurses, physicians and other staff.

• Participates in hospital revenue cycle assessments and process improvement engagements.
• Prepares written reports that include findings and recommendations.
• Conducts periodic status checks with clients and project team to assess progress against plan and communicates progress to supervisors.
• Oversees and provides training and mentoring to help team members increase their effectiveness.
• Adapts behavior to the specific patient population, including respect for privacy, method of introduction, adapting explanation of services or procedures, requesting permissions, and communication style.
• Performs other related duties as required.

• Education – High school diploma or equivalent (required). Bachelor’s degree in IT, computer science, health information management (HIM) or related field (preferred).
• Work Experience – 5 years of experience as a coder in a hospital or ambulatory surgery center, including consulting and client‑facing positions.
• Certifications –
  
  Required:
  
  Registered Health Information Administrator, Registered Health Information Technician, Certified Coding Specialist, Certified Coding Specialist‑Physician based, Certified Professional Coder, Licensed Practical Nurse, or Registered Nurse.
• Knowledge, Skills & Abilities –
  • Proficiency in computers, software, web‑based applications and Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Project, Visio).
  • Effective verbal and written communication skills and ability to present information clearly and professionally.
  • Strong interpersonal skills.
  • Advanced knowledge of coding/documentation and billing regulations.
  • Strong analytical skills; ability to gather and interpret data, evaluate reports and track progress.
  • Ability to travel throughout and between facilities.

Remains knowledgeable on current federal, state and local laws, accreditation standards or regulatory requirements that apply. The role is Light Work, involving occasional lifting up to 20 pounds. Normal routine involves no exposure to blood, bodily fluids or tissues and includes no emergency care or first aid duties.

Ochsner is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status.

Refer to the job description to determine whether the position is remote or on‑site. Individuals residing in the following areas are not eligible for remote work:
Colorado, California, Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland, Massachusetts, Minnesota, New Jersey, New York, Vermont, Washington, and Washington D.C.