Note: Jobs posted as November 10, 2008. If your facility would like to post a position, please have your Human Resource Department email us at: pdeotte@cthima·org or dlobb@cthima·org

Mount Sinai Medical Center, New York, NY (Job posted 12/10/08)
Senior Medical Records Coder

The Mount Sinai Medical Center is a premier 1,171 bed tertiary-care facility, internationally acclaimed for excellence in clinical care, education and scientific research.

In this role, you will be responsible for coding and analysis of ambulatory surgery medical records, utilizing ICD-9-CM (International Classification of Diseases, 9th Revision, Clinical Modification) and CPT coding guidelines and conventions for establishment of diagnosis and procedures. The coded information is utilized for reimbursement purposes, data retrieval, education, to support medical research activity, assessment of clinical care, evaluation of medical services, and identification of health care concerns for public health.

Requires CCS certification or eligibility along with a minimum of three years outpatient coding experience in a tertiary care hospital. RHIA and RHIT preferred.

We offer a competitive salary and benefits package. Please visit our website and apply online to requisition #08-49184 at: www·mountsinai·org/careers.

Mount Sinai Medical Center is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. We recognize the power and importance of a diverse employee population and strongly encourage applicants with various experiences and backgrounds.

Mount Sinai Medical Center, New York, NY (Job posted 11/26/08)
Clinical Reimbursement Manager

In this role, you will be responsible for performing reviews on medical records to validate ICD-9-CM codes and DRG compliance with MS-DRG and APR DRG. With a focus on improving physician documentation, you will monitor physician queries to support optimal reimbursement as well as work closely with the Associate Director of Coding and Compliance to develop coding in-services and policies to ensure alignment with official rules and guidelines.

The successful candidate must be either a Registered Health Information Administrator, Registered Health Information Technician, Coding Specialist Certification (CCS, CCS-P) or equivalent, with at least 3 years of experience in acute care. Understanding of anatomy, physiology, clinical medical terminology and working knowledge of the All-Payer DRG reimbursement methodology is crucial.

We offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package. Please apply on-line at www·mountsinai·org/careers to requisition #08-50342. EOE.

Windham Hospital, Willimantic, CT (Job posted 11/26/08)
Coder II, Full-time 40 hours

CCS, CPC, Associate or Bachelor degree in Health Information Management or equivalent with applicable years of experience is required. An RN or LPN may be considered if a coding certificate program has been completed with applicable years of experience. Credentialed CCS, CPC with a minimum of 3 years experience, or non-credentialed with a minimum of 5 years experience. If non-credentialed, must attain certification within 1 year of assuming position.

An individual who competently performs all the duties of Coding Associate and demonstrates masterly level skills in coding inpatients, ancillary tests, ambulatory surgery, interventional radiology, infusion, observation records, emergency records. Excellent command of ICD9-CM classification system and Diagnosis Related Group (DRG), CPT, HCPCS, Evaluation and Management and APC methodologies.

Codes hospital medical records for purpose of reimbursement and compliance with federal regulations according to official guidelines using ICD9-CM classification system. Analyses and reviews records for diagnosis and procedures. Abstracts information into hospital computer system for statistical and billing needs.

Please forward resumes to Wendy Nogler, Windham Hospital, 112 Mansfield Avenue, Willimantic, CT 06226, wnogler@wcmh·org

New Britain General, New Britain, CT (Job posted 11/10/08)
Department: CCHA Internal Audit & Corporate Compliance
Title: Clinical Internal Auditor

Hours: Monday - Friday days
Duties:
Based at the New Britain General Campus and reporting to the Corporate Audit and Compliance Officer, the Clinical Internal Auditor conducts audits of medical record coding to ensure compliance with established guidelines, provides results of audits, and assists with educational activities related to findings to promote adherence to state/federal laws and regulatory requirements.

Educational Requirements: Bachelor's Degree & RHIT, CCS, CCS-P, CPC, or CPC-H

Minimum Requirements:
Two years of review/coding experience. Advanced knowledge in E & M coding, and experience in the education and training

Qualifications:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education, Experience, Knowledge and Skills:
Must possess a minimum of a master’s degree (doctorate degree preferred) from a regionally accredited institution in one of the program concentration areas, RHIT or RHIA certification, have teaching experience in higher education, and possess strong interpersonal, organizational, conflict resolution, management, and organizational skills. In addition, the candidate will possess strong verbal, written, and telephone skills, as well as a working knowledge of personal computer hardware/software and the Internet. This individual must have the ability to lead and motivate staff and faculty in a geographically dispersed environment.

We are proud to be an EEO employer M/F/D/V. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing.

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The University of Connecticut Health Center, Farmington, CT is
seeking a detail oriented Clinical Documentation Specialist.

(posted 10/22/08) The ideal candidate should possess the following general qualifications and experience: Knowledge of applicable regulatory guidelines; third party documentation standards and regulatory/legal guidelines; quality assurance; nursing process; insurance company reimbursement principles; CPT and ICD-9 CM coding and procedures applicable to various specialties; considerable interpersonal; oral and written communication skills.

Registered Nurse and either three (3) years of medical/surgical/critical care experience in an acute care or clinical practice as required or three (3) years utilization/clinical case management experience in a hospital setting, healthcare insurance agency or regulatory organization. Incumbents in this class must possess and maintain licensure as a registered nurse in the State of Connecticut.

RESPONSIBILITIES: Oversees quality and completeness of clinical record documentation by all levels of staff; develops, maintains policies, procedures, protocols and other quality assurance and/or clinical documentation efforts; develops, conducts, coordinates training and education programs for staff; oversees the patient relations program; coordinates meetings as necessary; monitors documentation; identifies variances from practice and policy; attends meetings as required; supports institutional and departmental quality assurance activities; performs related duties as required.

SCHEDULE: 40 hour work week, Monday through Friday, 8am - 4:30pm, 30 minute unpaid meal break.

Please reference Search Code 2009-112 and apply on line at www·uchc·edu

UCHC is an Equal Opportunity Employer - M/F/V/PwD