Our clinic is seeking a skilled Clinical Coder/Health Coding Admin to play a pivotal role in the management and continuous improvement of our advanced web-based healthcare information system. This individual will be instrumental in meticulously coding clinical information using our custom-developed software, a critical component in managing our clinical, operational, and business processes. The ideal candidate will have a robust technical background, complemented by practical healthcare experience and sound knowledge of clinical coding principles, to ensure the accurate integration and maintenance of patient data within our digital healthcare environment. Previous experience in a similar clinical coding or healthcare administration role will be highly regarded.
Roles and Responsibilities:
1. Accurately code clinical information using the clinic's custom-developed software system,essential for managing medical business transactions.
2. Abstract and analyze patient medical records within a clinical setting to ensure data integrity and readiness for the new system.
3. Enter and manage clinical data in both manual and electronic records, aligning with the requirements of the upcoming web application.
4. Uphold stringent record-keeping practices in accordance with legal, regulatory, and internal standards, particularly during the migration to the new system.
5. Navigate and aid in the refinement of the clinic's proprietary coding system, set to be integral to the new web application.
6. Ensure the confidentiality and security of patient information, complying with privacy laws during the development and migration process.
7. Support patient care administration by accurately documenting medication and care details, key for the smooth data transition to the new platform.
8. Collaborate with healthcare professionals to verify the accuracy of documentation and
coding, crucial for the transition to the web application.
9. Engage in ongoing education to keep up-to-date with the new system's features and the clinical coding field's changes.
10. Demonstrate flexibility to work varying hours and at different sites in response to the ongoing software development and system migration needs.
11. Participate actively in the clinic's web application development, offering clinical operation insights to improve system functionality.
12. Embrace additional responsibilities as necessary to facilitate the clinic's move to and advanced web-based information system.
Main Tasks:
The primary task for a Clinical Coder/Health Coding Admin at our clinic centers around the meticulous coding of clinical information via our specialized software system, which is fundamental to our operational and business processes. A detailed understanding of our business workflow is paramount, as it ensures that the transition to our upcoming web application will be seamless and efficient. The Clinical Coder is tasked with carefully abstracting and analyzing patient medical records to guarantee data integrity, a process that paves the way for a smooth system migration.
The role also demands a steadfast commitment to patient confidentiality and the security of information, a responsibility that takes on added significance during the development and transition phases. This is complemented by the task of documenting patient care with precision, thus facilitating the data's integration into the new platform without disrupting patient services. A flexible approach to work schedules and locations is essential, accommodating the ongoing software development and system migration needs. In this transitional phase, the Clinical Coder's insights into clinical operations are invaluable, directly influencing the web application's development to align perfectly with our business processes. Ultimately, the willingness to embrace additional responsibilities and an in-depth grasp of the clinic's operations are key to propelling the clinic towards a successful adoption of a sophisticated, web-based information system.
Relevant qualifications:
Technical Proficiency: The candidate's background in computer-related studies equips them with robust skills in managing and adapting to advanced software systems. This technical aptitude is essential for the effective administration and handling of complex healthcare information systems, ensuring smooth operation and integration of data in a digital healthcare environment. Healthcare Insight: Practical experience in caregiving, providing a unique perspective on patient care and healthcare operations, beneficial for understanding the context and application of clinical data.
Relevant Skills:
- Software System Management: Proficient in handling and adapting complex software systems, essential for managing healthcare information.
- Data Analysis and Accuracy: Skilled in analyzing and interpreting medical data with high accuracy, crucial for clinical coding and patient record management.
- Healthcare Knowledge: Understanding of healthcare operations and patient care, beneficial for contextualizing and applying clinical data effectively.
- Communication Skills: Effective in both written and verbal communication, enabling clear interaction with healthcare professionals and accurate documentation.
- Problem-Solving Abilities: Capable of identifying and solving issues related to data management and software applications within the healthcare setting.
- Organizational Skills: Strong organizational capabilities for managing large volumes of data and prioritizing tasks in a dynamic healthcare environment.
- Confidentiality and Ethics: Committed to maintaining patient confidentiality and adhering to ethical standards, especially important in handling sensitive health information.
- Adaptability: Flexible and adaptable, especially in transitioning to new technologies and software platforms, ensuring minimal disruption in healthcare services.
- Team Collaboration: Ability to work effectively in a team, collaborating with healthcare professionals to ensure accurate and efficient data management
Relevant Experience:
- Healthcare Information System Proficiency: Demonstrated ability in managing and utilizing our healthcare information system, including electronic health records and patient data management, with a high degree of accuracy and efficiency.
- In-depth Knowledge of Clinic Operations: A thorough understanding of our clinic's operational procedures and patient care processes, gained through hands-on experience in our unique healthcare environment.
- Adaptability to System Changes: A track record of successfully adapting to changes and updates within our healthcare information systems, highlighting flexibility and technical adaptability.
- Collaborative Work with Healthcare Teams: Established history of effective collaboration with healthcare professionals in our clinic, contributing significantly to the accuracy and efficiency of patient care documentation and data management.
- Clinical Coding Expertise: The candidate's proven experience in clinical coding, especially in a setting akin to our clinic, provides a significant advantage. This experience has fostered a deep understanding of coding systems, procedures, and healthcare software similar to those used in our clinic, making her exceptionally well-prepared to meet the specific challenges and requirements of our healthcare environment.
- Compliance and Confidentiality Standards: Consistently adheres to our clinic's privacy policies and regulatory requirements, ensuring the confidentiality and security of patient information.
- Ongoing Professional Development: Engagement in continuous professional development within our clinic, staying current with the latest trends and practices in clinical coding and healthcare information management.
Pay: $81,000.00 – $82,000.00 per year
Benefits:
Work Location: In person
