[Hiring] Certified Medical Coder @Ascension

Role Description

Your future role at a glance:

• Location: Austin, TX | Remote
• Facility: Seton Family of Hospitals
• Department/Specialty: Revenue Cycle Management
• Schedule: Full time | Monday - Friday, 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
• Salary: $24.87 - $33.64 per hour

How you’ll make an impact in this role:

• Advanced Medical Coding: Expertly assign ICD-10, CPT, and HCPCS codes for complex cases, ensuring accurate DRG/APC assignments and optimal reimbursement.
• Quality & Integrity: Consistently exceed productivity and accuracy standards while maintaining strict compliance with AHIMA ethical guidelines.
• Clinical Liaison: Partner with physicians to clarify documentation, resolving ambiguities to ensure clinical data integrity and seamless claim processing.
• Auditing & Training: Lead chart audits and provide education to staff and providers on evolving coding guidelines and documentation requirements.

Qualifications

• Licensure / Certification / Registration: One or more of the following required:
  • Certified Coding Specialist (CCS) credentialed from the American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA) obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.
  • Certified Outpatient Coding (COC) credentialed from the American Academy of Professional Coders (AAPC) obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.
  • Certified Professional Coder (CPC) credentialed from the American Academy of Professional Coders (AAPC) obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.
  • Medical Certified Professional Coder (CPC) credentialed from the Practice Management Institute (PMI) obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.
  • Coder obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.
  • Reg Health Info Admnstr credentialed from the American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA) obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.
  • Reg Health Info Tech credentialed from the American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA) obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.
• Education: High School diploma equivalency OR 1 year of applicable cumulative job specific experience required. Note: Required professional licensure/certification can be used in lieu of education or experience, if applicable.

Requirements

• OBGYN experience preferred
• 3 years of coding experience preferred

Benefits

• Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options
• Financial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance
• Time to recharge: pro-rated paid time off (PTO) and holidays
• Career growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning
• Emotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources
• Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits
• Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more