Actuarial Specialist, Life Valuation

The Role at a Glance
The Actuarial Development Program (ADP) at Lincoln Financial Group is an industry-leading program that demonstrates Lincoln Financial’ s commitment to creating highly qualified business leaders.  As an ADP participant, you’ll be able to explore your unique interests while developing the essential actuarial, technical, management, communication, and leadership skills you need to succeed. The Actuarial Development Program includes a series of rotations, typically every 18-24 months. For each rotation, roles are available in different business areas including Life and Annuities, Retirement and Group Protection. Experience gained will enable participants to become well-rounded actuaries with knowledge that may include Product Development, Pricing, Reinsurance, Inforce Management, Valuation, Financial Projections, Risk Management, Financial Planning & Analysis, Financial Strategy & Management, Appointed Actuary, Experience Studies, Modeling and Data Analytics & Actuarial Transformation.
 
ADP participants are expected to pass the Society of Actuaries’ exams at a prescribed pace. The program is designed to support you as you work towards your FSA and provide the training and resources necessary to become a well-rounded actuarial leader.
 
Additional Program Highlights:

  • Highly competitive compensation package with salary increases and bonuses upon successful exam completion
  • Social and training opportunities to enhance skills, network with ADP participants and build long-lasting industry relationships 
  • Dedicated leaders and mentors to assist with career development
  • Work with actuarial and data science software and technologies including MG-ALFA, Axis, Prophet, Triton, Dataiku, R, and Tableau
  • Generous study time allowances for each exam session
  • Payment and/or reimbursement of actuarial exam fees, materials, review courses, and seminars taken during the program

What you’ll be doing

What you’ll be doing
As an Actuarial Specialist on our Valuation Team, you could be responsible for a variety of tasks and learning opportunities such as:

  • Valuation – Perform monthly, quarterly, and annual valuation tasks using ALFA/Triton valuation software. Analyze results for completeness and accuracy. Present results to team members, key business partners, and management.
  • Actuarial/Technical Support – Maintain existing actuarial models and tools, and proactively identify and implement improvements.  Develop tools and support product / relationship managers according to business needs.
  • Special Projects – Participate in ad hoc projects related to valuation, such as automation initiatives, modeling updates, unlocking support, and analytic tool build outs.
  • Improve efficiency of technological tools used for statutory reporting (Dataiku)
  • Maintain existing actuarial models/tools, assist with mechanical and conceptual troubleshooting
  • Work with actuarial and data science software and technologies including Dataiku, R, and Tableau 
  • Develop, expand, and maintain validation tools such as spreadsheets used to verify model results.  Create and maintain proper documentation.
  • Support the group’s actuarial initiatives and on-going business needs
  • Complete assigned projects with impactful outputs
  • Build relationships across different business units and actuarial functions
  • Collaborate with actuarial team members
  • Receive coaching and mentorship from senior actuarial team members and leaders
  • Provide coaching to other staff using actuarial knowledge

What we’re looking for

What we’re looking for:

  • 2+ years of actuarial experience
  • 4 Year/Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) in Actuarial Science or Mathematics
  • A minimum of 3 actuarial exams passed
  • A commitment to continuing the actuarial exam process to obtain the ASA Certification
  • Familiarity with SQL, SAS, or other coding languages preferred, but not required
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills; Independent, motivated, and collaborative 
  • Effective written and verbal communication skills
  • Demonstrated commitment to continuous learning and development

Application Deadline

Applications for this position will be accepted through 11/10/24, subject to earlier closure due to applicant volume. 

What’s it like to work here?

At Lincoln Financial Group, we love what we do. We make meaningful contributions each and every day to empower our customers to take charge of their lives. Working alongside dedicated and talented colleagues, we build fulfilling careers and stronger communities through a company that values our unique perspectives, insights and contributions and invests in programs that empower each of us to take charge of our own future. 

What’s in it for you:

  • Clearly defined career tracks and job levels, along with associated behaviors for each Lincoln leadership Attribute.
  • Leadership development and virtual training opportunities
  • PTO/parental leave
  • Competitive 401K and employee benefits
  • Free financial counseling, health coaching and employee assistance program
  • Tuition assistance program
  • A leadership team that prioritizes your health and well-being; offering a remote work environment and flexible work hybrid situations
  • Effective productivity/technology tools and training

The pay range for this position is $59,101 – $110,900 with anticipated pay for new hires between the minimum and midpoint of the range and could vary above and below the listed range as permitted by applicable law. Pay is based on non-discriminatory factors including but not limited to work experience, education, location, licensure requirements, proficiency and qualifications required for the role. The base pay is just one component of Lincoln’s total rewards package for employees.  In addition, the role may be eligible for the Annual Incentive Program, which is discretionary and based on the performance of the company, business unit and individual.  Other rewards may include long-term incentives, sales incentives and Lincoln’s standard benefits package.

About The Company

Lincoln Financial Group helps people to plan, protect and retire with confidence. As of Dec. 31, 2023, approximately 17 million customers trust our guidance and solutions across four core businesses – annuities, life insurance, group protection and retirement plan services. As of December 31, 2023, the company had $295 billion in end-of-period account balances, net of reinsurance. Headquartered in Radnor, Pa., Lincoln Financial Group is the marketing name for Lincoln National Corporation (NYSE: LNC) and its affiliates. Learn more at LincolnFinancial.com.

Lincoln is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. 

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Lincoln will not ask applicants to provide their social security numbers, date of birth, bank account information or other sensitive information in job applications. Additionally, our recruiters do not communicate with applicants through free e-mail accounts (Gmail, Yahoo, Hotmail) or conduct interviews utilizing video chat rooms. We will never ask applicants to provide payment during the hiring process or extend an offer without conducting a phone, live video or in-person interview.  Please contact Lincoln’s fraud team at [email protected] if you encounter a recruiter or see a job opportunity that seems suspicious.

Additional Information

This position may be subject to Lincoln’s Political Contribution Policy.  An offer of employment may be contingent upon disclosing to Lincoln the details of certain political contributions. Lincoln may decline to extend an offer or terminate employment for this role if it determines political contributions made could have an adverse impact on Lincoln’s current or future business interests, misrepresentations were made, or for failure to fully disclose applicable political contributions and or fundraising activities.

Any unsolicited resumes or candidate profiles submitted through our web site or to personal e-mail accounts of employees of Lincoln Financial Group are considered property of Lincoln Financial Group and are not subject to payment of agency fees.

Lincoln Financial Group (“LFG”) is an Equal Opportunity employer and, as such, is committed in policy and practice to recruit, hire, compensate, train and promote, in all job classifications, without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), age, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, Veteran status, or genetic information.  Applicants are evaluated on the basis of job qualifications.  If you are a person with a disability that impedes your ability to express your interest for a position through our online application process, or require TTY/TDD assistance, contact us by calling 260-455-2558.

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Coding Specialist I – Professional Fee Coding

General Summary of Position

MedStar Health is looking for a Coding Specialist to join our team with MedStar Physicians’ Billing Services. We are seeking a CPC coder with at least 1-2 years of related medical-professional coding experience.   The selected candidate will enjoy a remote, full-time, Monday – Friday, dayshift schedule. 

As a Coding Specialist I, you will ensure that MedStar Health’s medical-professional services are coded correctly and completely, based upon extensive, complete, up-to-date knowledge of regulatory and specific payer requirements. Recommends policy and a procedural change to obtain optimum reimbursement for services rendered. In addition to interacting with physicians on coding issues, you will ensure that physician encounter forms, the IDX billing system and MPBS processes are up to date and compliant regarding coding issues. Assists manager as required.

Join one of the largest healthcare systems in the Baltimore-Washington metro region, also recognized as one of the “Healthiest Maryland Businesses”. Apply today and learn how MedStar Health can be your next great career move!


Primary Duties:

  • Abstracts and ensures accuracy of diagnosis, procedure, patient demographics, and other required data elements. Accesses and understands coding software used by hospital coders, as a verification/cross check tool to ensure that technical component coding done by hospital coders and professional component coding is synchronized correctly on accounts involving both billing components (example: Radiology coding).
  • Aids in the creation of training and educational coding guidance documents for physicians and MPBS Associates. Assists in the maintenance of billing, coding, and editing dictionaries in the billing system. Consistently meets or exceeds established Quality, Accuracy, and Productivity standards as defined by policies.
  • Contacts physician when conflicting or ambiguous information appears in the medical record; requests diagnosis from physicians when not recorded in medical records. Determines the sequence of diagnoses for accurate claims submission.
  • Employs knowledge of coding compliance, directs efforts to achieve quality standards identified through coding reviews or targeted by management for improvement. Identifies and reports issues and trends in physician documentation and/or work routed to Coding from other departments. 
  • Maintains continuing education and credentials as required for job classification. Recommends policy and procedural changes and improvements for revenue enhancement.

Qualifications:

  • High School Diploma or GED.
  • 1 – 2 years medical-professional coding experience with demonstrated ability to work independently.
  • Certified Professional Coder (CPC) certification from AAPC.
  • Bachelor’s degree preferred.
  • Consideration will be given to an appropriate combination of education, training, and experience.


This position has a hiring range of $23.19 – $40.61

Coding Quality Review Specialist

Introduction

This is a work from home position.

DRG Auditing experience is required for this role.

Do you want to join an organization that invests in you as a Coding Quality Review Specialist? At Work from Home, you come first. HCA Healthcare has committed up to $300 million in programs to support our incredible team members over the course of three years.

Benefits

Work from Home, offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include:

  • Comprehensive medical coverage that covers many common services at no cost or for a low copay. Plans include prescription drug and behavioral health coverage as well as free telemedicine services and free AirMed medical transportation.
  • Additional options for dental and vision benefits, life and disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, supplemental health protection plans (accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity), auto and home insurance, identity theft protection, legal counseling, long-term care coverage, moving assistance, pet insurance and more.
  • Free counseling services and resources for emotional, physical and financial wellbeing
  • 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service)
  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan with 10% off HCA Healthcare stock
  • Family support through fertility and family building benefits with Progyny and adoption assistance.
  • Referral services for child, elder and pet care, home and auto repair, event planning and more
  • Consumer discounts through Abenity and Consumer Discounts
  • Retirement readiness, rollover assistance services and preferred banking partnerships
  • Education assistance (tuition, student loan, certification support, dependent scholarships)
  • Colleague recognition program
  • Time Away From Work Program (paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence)
  • Employee Health Assistance Fund that offers free employee-only coverage to full-time and part-time colleagues based on income.

Learn more about Employee Benefits

Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.

You contribute to our success. Every role has an impact on our patients’ lives and you have the opportunity to make a difference. We are looking for a dedicated Coding Quality Review Specialist like you to be a part of our team.

Job Summary and Qualifications

As a Coding Quality Review (CQR) Specialist, you will be responsible for support all CQR team related systems and tools to include but is not limited to New Hire Quality Assurance (NHQA) tool, Coding Quality Assurance (CQA) tool, CQR Management tools, Review tools, and Productivity tools. 

What you will do in this role:  

  • Supports all CQR team related systems and tools to include but is not limited to NHQA tool, CQA tool, CQR Management Tools, Review tools, and Productivity tools.  
  • Provides subject matter expertise to assist with development, refinement, testing and maintenance of CQR team tools  
  • Leads initial development and/or evolution of tools to end state, which includes coordinating and collaborating with appropriate personnel within and external to the Parallon HIM department  
  • Assists the CQR management team with operationalization of tools  
  • Develops and updates documentation to support the use of the tool (user guides, training manuals, policies and procedures, etc.)  
  • Responsible for educating and training on tools  
  • Creates and performs mechanisms to ensure data quality which may include review and understanding of technical coding, auditing and/or operational details  
  • Analyzes outcomes of data quality reviews and develops appropriate next steps based on needs.  
  • Works with the CQR management team to assess, design and implement effective and efficient workflow related to tool use.  
  • Functions as point of contact for tool issues, root cause identification and responsible for coordinating, collaborating, communicating to resolution  
  • Responsible for UAT (user acceptance testing)  
  • Maintains lists of all tool issues, enhancements, and development needs 

What you will need in this role: 

  • Undergraduate degree in HIM/HIT preferred.  
  • Management/Supervisory experience in healthcare-related fields preferred  
  • Minimum of 5 years of acute care inpatient/outpatient coding experience required  
  • Minimum of 5 years of coding auditing/monitoring experience required 
  • RHIA, RHIT, and/or CCS preferred 

Parallon provides full-service revenue cycle management, or total patient account resolution, for HCA Healthcare. Our services include scheduling, registration, insurance verification, hospital billing, revenue integrity, collections, payment compliance, credentialing, health information management, customer service, payroll and physician billing. We also provide full-service revenue cycle management as well as targeted solutions, such as Medicaid Eligibility, for external clients across the country. Parallon has over 17,000 colleagues, and serves close to 1,000 hospitals and 3,000 physician practices, all making an impact on patients, providers and their communities.

HCA Healthcare has been recognized as one of the World’s Most Ethical Companies® by the Ethisphere Institute more than ten times. In recent years, HCA Healthcare spent an estimated $3.7 billion in cost for the delivery of charitable care, uninsured discounts, and other uncompensated expenses.

Inpatient Coding & Clinical Documentation Improvement Manager (241258)

 Job Description – Inpatient Coding & Clinical Documentation Improvement Manager (241258) Job Description Inpatient Coding & Clinical Documentation Improvement Manager  (241258) 
 Hennepin Healthcare is an integrated system of care that includes HCMC, a nationally recognized Level I Adult Trauma Center and Level I Pediatric Trauma Center and acute care hospital, as well as a clinic system with primary care clinics located in Minneapolis and across Hennepin County. The comprehensive healthcare system includes a 473-bed academic medical center, a large outpatient Clinic & Specialty Center, and a network of clinics in the North Loop, Whittier, and East Lake Street neighborhoods of Minneapolis, and in the suburban communities of Brooklyn Park, Golden Valley, Richfield, and St. Anthony Village. Hennepin Healthcare has a large psychiatric program, home care, and operates a research institute, philanthropic foundation, and Hennepin EMS. The system is operated by Hennepin Healthcare System, Inc., a subsidiary corporation of Hennepin County. Equal Employment Opportunities: We believe equity is essential for optimal health outcomes and are committed to achieve optimal health for all by actively eliminating barriers due to racism, poverty, gender identity, and other determinants of health. We are committed to equitable care and working in an environment that celebrates, promotes, and protects diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging. We are committed to bringing in individuals with new cultural perspectives to assist in creating a more equitable healthcare organization. SUMMARY We are currently seeking an Inpatient Coding and Clinical Documentation Improvement Manager to join our Middle Revenue Administration team.
This full-time role will primarily work remotely (days).   Purpose of this position: Under the direction of the Middle Revenue Cycle Director the manager will lead the coordination and collaboration of health information, inpatient clinical documentation and inpatient coding within the HCMC systems to ensure an effective and consistent reflection of care provided while ensuring compliance, quality and financial viability. Serves as a resource and assists with organizational efforts relating to compliance standards including coding, billing, charge capture, core measures, The Joint Commission, government and non-government payor requirements, etc. Current List of non-MN States where Hennepin Healthcare is an Eligible Employer: Alabama, Arizona, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kentucky, Maryland, Nevada, North Carolina, North Dakota, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Washington, Wisconsin.
RESPONSIBILITIES Responsible for the management and strategic direction of the hospital billing inpatient coding and clinical documentation improvement teams. This position has shared responsibility to achieve the business unit goals in targeted areas such as unbilled accounts receivable, compliance with regulatory requirements, coding data accuracy and reimbursement from third party payors. Responsible for budget preparation and oversight; hiring, disciplining, and terminating employees; staff development to ensure this department meets the service needs of the organization as follows: Interview, hire, orient, review and discipline employees. Conduct employee performance evaluations and reviews, annual salary review, and performance documentation and discussion. Coordinate and prioritize inpatient coding and CDI work flow. Oversee the scheduled work hours; monitor staffing, time cards, overtime, vacations, and time off. Conduct appropriate departmental staff meetings. Ensure new employee training is completed and training for all employees is current and ongoing. Assist employees in solving problems as necessary. Monitor and recommend staffing levels. Monitor accuracy, efficiency and productivity of all inpatient coding personnel to ensure compliance with departmental performance standards. Develop and maintain budget for the hospital billing coding and CDI department Develop and maintain all policies and procedures pertaining to the Clinical Documentation Improvement Program, inpatient coding and the specific duties related to each of these areas Build a cohesive team by establishing clear direction, goals and responsibilities. Supports the team’s success by providing necessary resources and breaking down barriers. Creates an environment which fosters motivation and builds commitment.Ensure compliance of, and proper coding procedures are adhered to as defined by CMS regulations, Local Medicare Carrier Review Policies (LMRP), Local Carrier Determinations (LCD), the AMA any applicable HCMC compliance policies, as well as any relevant accrediting and payer organizations.Develop long range plans for work teams’ activities and monitor results to ensure compliance with expectations for Clinical Documentation Improvement and Inpatient Coding functional areasAbstract and compiles data that contribute to measuring and improving provider medical record documentation.  Designs, prepares, and distributes meaningful reports using multiple databases.Manage audit processes of medical record documentation and facilitates monitoring, tracking, and trending of audit results.  Collect and organize data from multiple sources such as Epic, Doc-MS, departmental databases, etc.  Communicate audit results to identified and appropriate audiences.Develop, implement, and maintain quantity and quality performance improvement standards and monitors the quality and quantity of work produced by the clinical documentation specialists and  inpatient codersParticipate in the development of the Clinical Documentation Improvement and Inpatient Coding strategy and manages the supporting projects under the guidance of the Health Information Management Director and the Assistant Medical Director of Documentation Quality to ensure timely completion deadlines.Coordinate education to providers regarding overall documentation and coding requirements for  inpatient records. This will include elements for complete documentation availability, documentation integrity, provider fee billing, compliance, patient profiling and facility coding/billing.Implement strategies to address audits results that identify areas of opportunity related to physician documentation to minimize risk related to external auditors (ex: RAC, MIC, ZIP, etc.) regarding quality, profiling, coding and reimbursement measures.Lead the communication effort with physicians, physician leaders, administrative leaders, and other stakeholders regarding the progress, success, and opportunities of the program on a regular basis.Works collaboratively as a key participant in the development and implementation of system enhancements and modifications of coding workflows.Facilitate the collection of information to provide ongoing feedback to physician on work performance to ensure accuracy and consistency with all coding.Assist Revenue Cycle management with the development and implementation of administrative policies, procedures and guidelines for departmental operations. Responsible for periodic evaluation of operational processes to assess relevancy to changing goals and objectives of the department. Manage the PSI/HAC review program in conjunction with Quality Performance Department Coordinates the escalation of documentation queries and issues to Physician Liaison’s as needed. Work with clinical department physician chairmen to obtain timely completion of queries and provide physician education. Develop and plan educational programs to providers about quality documentation, ICD coding, profiling and hospital metrics. Facilitate the resolution of coding documentation issues and DRG mismatches. Performs other duties as assigned. 
 QUALIFICATIONS Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor degree in nursing, business and /or healthcare administration, health information management or health information technology Three (3) years Healthcare management experience with supervisory/management responsibilities Three years of experience working with documentation to meet quality, financial and regulatory requirements-OR-An approved equivalent combination of education and experience Preferred Qualifications: Master’s Degree in Nursing or other healthcare field Knowledge/ Skills/ Abilities: Experience with Epic electronic medical record functionality and 3M Coding Reimbursement products recommended Knowledge of state and federal legislation for HIPAA Privacy, medical record access, and regulatory and accreditation agencies; retention of medical records; storage and retrieval systems, Knowledge of current medical record technology, statistics, data presentation and reporting; Knowledge of budget preparation and management; Knowledge of project management and performance improvement. Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of the organization and within the health care community; Communicate effectively in oral or written communications; initiate, lead, mentor and coach staff; Develop and implement policies and procedures; Organize, delegate and monitor work assignments; Demonstrated proficiency in the ability and desire to develop positive working relationships with physicians and other professional health care staff. Strong broad-based clinical knowledge and understanding of pathology/physiology. Excellent written and verbal communication skills and critical thinking skills. Working knowledge of overall documentation requirements Excellent data analysis and process evaluation skills Working knowledge of Medicare reimbursement system and coding structures Leadership Knowledge/ Skills/ Abilities: Ability to effectively manage company resources (i.e. budget and personnel)Skilled in overseeing the efforts of high-level department individuals Superb ability to motivate employees and inspire positive change within department Innovative thinker; Ability to contribute new ideas that support organizational goals Skilled in managerial duties (i.e. hiring, firing, performance appraisals, pay reviews)Skilled in modeling company values through daily interactions within the department, particularly with regards to health and safety Capable of supporting the work of the department High standard of ethics, discipline, and professionalism Skilled in fostering a positive workplace culture and building inclusive workplace teams License/Certifications: Certified Clinical Documentation Specialist (CCDS), Clinical Documentation Improvement Practitioner (CDIP), Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA) or Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT)  You’ve made the right choice in considering Hennepin Healthcare for your employment. We offer a wealth of opportunities for individuals who want to make an impact in our patients’ lives. We are dedicated to providing Equal Employment Opportunities to both current and prospective employees. We are driven to connect talented individuals with life-changing career opportunities, enabling you to provide exceptional care without exception. Thank you for considering Hennepin Healthcare as a future employer. Please Note:  Offers of employment from Hennepin Healthcare are conditional and contingent upon successful clearance of all background checks and pre-employment requirements.  Department: Middle Revenue Administration Primary Location: MN-Minneapolis-Downtown Campus Standard Hours/FTE Status: FTE = 1.00 (80 hours per pay period)Shift Detail: Day Job Level: Manager Employee Status: Regular Eligible for Benefits: Yes Union/Non Union: Non-Union

Sr Coder

Join the Southwest Healthcare Team!

About Us:

Creating Health and Harmony, Southwest Healthcare is a comprehensive network of care with convenient hospital and ambulatory care/outpatient locations here to serve the Southern California community.  With over 6,000 passionate providers and healthcare employees, our shared goal is to provide convenient access to a wide range of healthcare services in a way that benefits you, your family, and the entire community.  

Southwest Healthcare is comprised of five acute care hospitals and several non-hospital access points, including:  Corona Regional Medical Center, Palmdale Regional Medical Center, Southwest Healthcare Rancho Springs Hospital, Southwest Healthcare Inland Valley Hospital and Temecula Valley Hospital, Temecula Valley Day Surgery, A+ Urgent Care Centers, and Riverside Medical Clinics.  For more information, please visit our website at www.swhealthcaresystem.com.

Job Summary:

Southwest Healthcare is seeking a Remote Inpatient Coder who collaborates with staff across the Region.  This position is Full-Time and responsible for:

  • Inpatient records are charged/coded in accordance to established Coding guidelines and regulations. 
  • Assist with other areas of coding as needed. 
  • Collaborates with Health Information Management (HIM) Leadership, as needed, to review charts for performance improvement initiatives and assists with the resolution of coding issues. 

Qualifications

Experience/Training/Experience:

  • High School Graduate or equivalent required.
  • Associate’s degree from an accredited College or University in Health Information Management preferred.
  • Three (3) to Five (5) years of experience in coding related functions with proficiency in inpatient coding required, acute care experience required.

Certifications/Licenses:

  • Current Registered Health Information Administrator Certificate (RHIA) or a current Registered Health Information Technician Certificate (RHIT) required, or Certified Coding Specialist (CCS). All certificates are accredited by the American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA).

Other Skills and Abilities:

  • Demonstrates knowledge and ensures compliance with The Joint Commission and Title 22 standards and guidelines.
  • Demonstrates compliance with hospital policies and procedures at all times.
  • Ability to set priorities and appropriately organize workload and complete assignments in a timely manner.
  • Demonstrates ability to relate to clinical personnel and medical staff, as well as ability to interact well with the public.
  • Must have knowledge of PC and applications.
  • Demonstrates the ability to adhere to all Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA), Federal and State statute, as it related to proper and improper releases.
  • Demonstrates knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy and physiology, including disease processes.
  • Demonstrates working knowledge of current ICD-10-CM/PCS, CPT, and HCPCS coding guidelines with working knowledge of DRG, APC and diagnosis sequencing concepts.
  • Demonstrates knowledge of OSHPD requirements for Inpatient reporting.
  • Proficiency in the use of all applicable software, which includes the abstracting system 3M HDM  product(s) and Nuance CD One.
  • Demonstrates familiarity with patient medical records.
  • Demonstrates ability to perform under pressure, meet frequent deadlines, and tight schedules.
  • Demonstrates excellent organizational skills and detail oriented.
  • Demonstrates effective communication with all customers (i.e. medical staff, hospital staff, patients, etc.) regardless of communication method.  Utilizes principles of AIDET for framework of conservations.
  • Demonstrates ability to maintain positive relationships and courteous interactions with hospital staff, medical staff, and the public.

Benefit Highlights:

  • Challenging and rewarding work environment
  • Competitive Compensation & Generous Paid Time Off
  • Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plans
  • 401(K) with company match and discounted stock plan
  • SoFi Student Loan Refinancing Program
  • Career development opportunities within UHS and its 300+ Subsidiaries!

Southwest Healthcare is owned and operated by subsidiaries of Universal Health Services, Inc. (UHS), a King of Prussia, PA-based company, that is one of the largest healthcare management companies in the nation.

UHS is not accepting unsolicited assistance from search firms for this employment opportunity. Please, no phone calls or e-mails. All resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at UHS; via e-mail, the Internet or in any other form and/or method without a valid written search agreement in place for the above-listed position will be deemed the sole property of UHS. No fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired by UHS as a result of the referral or through other means.

EEO Statement:

All UHS subsidiaries are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates. UHS subsidiaries are equal opportunity employers and as such, openly support and fully commit to recruitment, selection, placement, promotion and compensation of individuals without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), genetic information, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

We believe that diversity and inclusion among our teammates is critical to our success.

Notice:

At UHS and all subsidiaries, our Human Resources departments and recruiters are here to help prospective candidates with matching skillset and experience with the best possible career at UHS and our subsidiaries.  We take pride in creating a highly efficient and best in class candidate experience. During the recruitment process, no recruiter or employee will request financial or personal information (Social Security Number, credit card or bank information, etc.) from you via email. The recruiters will not email you from a public webmail client like Hotmail, Gmail, Yahoo Mail etc. If you feel suspicious of a job posting or job-related email, let us know by contacting us at: https://uhs.alertline.com or 1-800-852-3449.

Pay Transparency:

To encourage pay transparency, promote pay equity, and proactively address regulations, UHS and all our subsidiaries will comply with all applicable state or local laws or regulations which require employers to provide wage or salary range information to job applicants and employees. Salary offers may be based on key factors such as education and related experience.

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