REMOTE | Direct HIre - Full Time | Clinical Coding Auditor & Trainer

Clinical Coding Auditor & Trainer

Remote Position

Location: New York

Permanent

Pay Rate: USD $60K/yr - $90K/yr + Benefits

Position Purpose: Responsible for developing and conducting training and quality auditing programs for the Diagnosis Related Group (DRG) and Medical Record Audit Programs for Fidelis Care.

The Clinical Coding Auditor & Trainer position is primarily remote with a small travel expectation on an annual basis. Candidates must be willing to travel to New York twice a year to be considered for the position.

Responsibilities:

• Conducts auditing of work performed by staff and present findings and recommendation for areas of improvement to management
• Under minimal supervision responsible for all aspects of auditing projects that are broad in nature and require originality and/or ingenuity
• Assists with revisions to Policy and Procedure and/or work process development
• Conducts training needed analysis to determine specific training needs for clinical and coding staff
• Identifies, selects, or develops appropriate training programs, including the selection or design of appropriate training aids
• Maintains records of auditing and training activities and employee progress
• Performs other duties as assigned
• Complies with all policies and standards
• Highly Preferred Skills:
• Inpatient Coding Experience
• At least 1 year of clinical experience in a hospital setting
• RN, PA, MD, APRN, DO or MBBS license required
• Strong written communication skills

Education/Experience:

Associates degree in Nursing or equivalent experience. 4+ years of DRG and/or Medical Record Audit experience. One year of experience in a clinical setting or acute care hospital. Training or auditing experience in a managed care or healthcare setting.

Required License/Certification: RN, PA, MD, APRN, DO or MBBS license required

Preferred License/Certification: Valid/Current CPC or CIC Certification, through APPC desired or CCS through AHIMA; RHIA/RHIT Credentials desired.