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

***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: Associate’s 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.