Certified Coder II

We are working together to achieve excellent health. Come join us! The Yukon-Kuskokwim Health Corporation is a Tribal health care organization, serving nearly 30,000 people living across rural, southwest Alaska in villages with populations from about 10 to more than 1,000. Bethel, the regional hub and location of the only hospital in the region, has a population of nearly 7,000. The Yukon-Kuskokwim Delta is home to thousands of lakes and two primary rivers - the Kuskokwim and Yukon. We offer a broad range of employment opportunities and the chance to make a meaningful impact on the health of people in the region.

Position Summary

This position is a certified coder who assigns ICD and CPT codes to diagnoses and procedures and abstracts the codes and patient data into the Financial and Clinical computer systems.

Position Qualifications

• Associates Degree.
• Degree requirement can be waived on a year for year basis for experience.
• 5 Years ICD/CPT/HCPCS Coding Experience for a Healthcare System, Hospital, or Private Practice Experience with moderate complexity cases such as Ambulatory Surgical Clinic, Emergency Department Services.
• Must have one of the following certifications, accredited through AAPC or AHIMA:
• Certified Coding Specialist (CCS)
• Certified Coding Specialist - Physician based (CCS-P)
• Certified Professional Coder (CPC)
• Certified Professional Coder - Hospital based (CPC-H)
• Able to operate printers, copiers, faxes and shredders.
• Experience with Cerner and 3M preferred.
• Able to use 3M's Code 3 Coding and Reimbursement system.
• Able to type 50 wpm or faster (corrected for errors).

Benefits Include

• Generous PTO - starting at 4.5 weeks per year, accrued over time
• Eleven paid holidays
• Comprehensive healthcare coverage
• Life and Disability Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account
• Retirement plans
• Employee Wellness Center
• Plus More!

Compensation Pay Range Minimum: 24.95

Employment Type: Regular Time Type: Full time Hours Per Week: 40 FLSA Exempt: No

Yukon Kuskokwim Health Corporation is an AffirYukon Kuskokwim Health Corporation is an AffirUnder P.L. 93-638, preference is given to Alaska Native/American Indian applicants. For more information, please contact the YKHC Recruitment Department at YKHCRecruitment@YKHC.org Join YKHC, a Tribal Health Organization serving 58 tribes in southwest Alaska. We offer comprehensive healthcare, from community clinics to a regional hospital, dental, behavioral health, and more. Come be part of our team!