[Hiring] Outpatient Coder @Garnet Health

Role Description

Responsible for coding and abstracting of outpatient patient records as well as appropriate APC assignment to ensure prompt and optimal financial reimbursement as well as for administrative and research purposes. Reports required diagnoses to NYSDOH.

At Garnet Health, we are committed to supporting your career growth and professional potential. We are responsive, attentive, and dedicated to the success and satisfaction of our team members. Here, you’ll find resources that will help you excel in your career, tuition reimbursement programs for your continued education, and comprehensive health, dental, and retirement benefits designed to fit your individual and family needs. Our inclusive and diverse team culture encourages you to contribute your exceptional talents, skills, and perspectives to the success of our system, one another, our communities, and our patients.

Join the Garnet Health team and let your excellence shine.

Compensation for the role is $35.20 - $39.75 hourly. Salaries shown on independent jobs related websites reflect market averages and do not represent information obtained directly from Garnet Health System. We invite and encourage each candidate to discuss salary/hourly specifics during the application and hiring process.

Garnet Health System provides a compensation range to comply with the New York State law on Salary Transparency in Job Advertisements. The range or contractual rate listed does not include bonuses/incentive, differential pay, or other forms of compensation or benefits.

When determining a team member’s compensation and/or rate, several factors may be considered as applicable (e.g., location, specialty, service line, years of relevant experience, education, credentials, negotiated contracts, budget, and internal equity).

Fully remote from the following states: Pennsylvania; Florida; South Carolina; North Carolina; Texas.

Qualifications

• High School graduate with courses in Terminology, Anatomy and Physiology, ICD10 CM Coding, and CPT coding.
• Coursework or training in ICD-10-PCS is a plus.
• Minimum two (2) years outpatient coding experience.
• Strong proficiency in ICD-10-CM and CPT coding systems.
• Familiarity with ICD-10-PCS coding and guidelines as applicable is preferred.
• Prefer RHIT, RHIA, CCA, CCS, or CPC credentials. All candidates must pass a competency exam to qualify.

Requirements

• Works in a clean, well-lit, heated, or ventilated facility. No routine exposure to hazards.
• Demonstrates physical and functional ability to perform full anatomical range of motion to accomplish tasks.
• Evidence of visual and aural acuity and finger and hand dexterity to operate computer and office equipment.
• Can withstand long periods of sitting, standing, and/or constant walking.
• Ability to lift 20 lbs.
• Ability to foster collaborative relationships, work well under pressure, organize and synthesize new information, and prioritize tasks.
• Possesses critical thinking, analytical skills, and flexibility.
• Ability to multi-task.
• Required detailed attention to work in an environment where interruptions cannot be controlled.
• Demonstrates sensitivity to customer needs and expectations.
• May be subject to irregular hours including evenings or potentially weekends to participate in operational and community events as necessary.