[Hiring] Clinical Documentation Quality Analyst Educator @Cooper University Hospital

Role Description

This position will identify areas for process improvement. Based on metric analysis findings, action plans will be developed and disseminated to the Clinical Documentation Improvement (CDI) Director who will, together, correct knowledge gaps through on-site education and training for CDI and Coding.

• This position will provide individual CDS audits as requested by the CDI Director.
• This position will collaborate data reports for the Coding and CDI departments.
• This position will develop and maintain a relationship with the Hospital Performance Analytics Department and Epic Clin Doc team analyst to optimize use of Epic, identifying gaps and areas for ideal performance.
• The CDI analyst will be a content expert in Premier as it relates to documentation improvement.
• This position will be current on CDI best practice standards and support the mission, vision, and values of the CDI program.
• Time not spent doing analytics will be used to do CDS work, including daily reviews and PTO coverage of colleagues.
• In addition to the responsibilities described above, the role may include other responsibilities and duties assigned based upon Cooper University Health Care needs or requirements.

Qualifications

• Experience training staff with Epic, 3M, Microsoft Office, and CDE One.
• Proficiency in organization and planning.
• Experience working with teams and on projects.
• Working knowledge of quality improvement theory and practice.
• Demonstrates adaptability and self-motivation by staying abreast of CMS rules and regulations and incorporating those changes into daily practice.
• Experience with utilization management, coding, billing, auditing, and various healthcare payers is preferred.
• Knowledge of federal, state, and private payer regulations.
• Excellent interpersonal, organizational, presentation, verbal, and written communication abilities.
• Ability to effectively communicate, both orally and in written form, with people at all levels of the organization.
• Proficient computer and technical skills necessary to perform the tasks required, including advanced knowledge of information systems, databases, payroll, and spreadsheet applications.
• Ability to work collaboratively with diverse groups.
• Ability to deal with conflicting interests and to resolve situations effectively with prioritization.

Education Requirements

• Graduate of NLN accredited School of Nursing or Medical School Graduate. Master's degree or higher preferred.

License/Certification Requirements

• Current RN license from any state in the United States. MD or MD equivalent license.
• One of the following is required:
  • Certified Clinical Documentation Specialist (CCDS) credentialed from The Association of Clinical Documentation Specialists.
  • Certified Documentation Improvement Practitioner (CDIP) credentialed from the American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA).
• One of the following is required:
  • Certified Coding Specialist (CCS) credentialed from the American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA).
  • Certified Risk Adjustment Coder (CRC) credentialed from the American Academy of Professional Coders.
  • Certified Inpatient Coder (CIC) credentialed from the American Academy of Professional Coders.

Salary

• Salary Min: USD $44.00
• Salary Max: USD $79.00