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Coding Specialist

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Req #: 14091
Entity: Asante Corporate
Location: Medford, OR
Department: Coding
Shift: Primarily Mon - Fri / 8AM - 5PM
Union Position: No
FTE: 1.000000
Schedule: Full Time
Salary: $26.79 - $40.18 depending on qualifications

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Coding Specialist

Additional Position Details: FTE: 1.0 | Full Time | Primarily Mon - Fri / 8AM - 5PM

PLEASE NOTE: This is a remote position, however due to our pay practices, qualified candidates MUST reside within one of the following states: (AK, AZ, CA, CO, FL, GA, IA, ID, IL, KY, ME, MI, MT, NC, NM, NV, OK, OR, TN, TX, UT, VA, WA). Candidates need to live or relocate to one of the aforementioned states and working remotely will require reliable broadband internet and personal cell phone service. Remote work may include working day-to-day operations during Pacific Standard business hours or online training.

Position Summary

The Coding Specialist is primarily responsible for the coding and abstracting of all records including inpatient, ambulatory surgery, and emergency room, pertaining to patient's occasion of service. Standardized coding and classification systems, minimum data sets, data definitions and terminology will be utilized to ensure data is uniformly defined, collected, and verified. In this role, the Coding Specialist also provides assistance to authorized users to furnish aggregate data and information needed for education, statistical, managerial, reimbursement and performance improvement activities.

Qualifications

Education

  • High school diploma, GED, or equivalent experience demonstrating the ability to effectively communicate as needed for the position, is required.

Experience

  • Minimum 2 years of coding experience in an acute care setting to include at least one year in inpatient coding, is required.
  • 3-5 years inpatient coding experience in an acute care setting, preferably in facilities with complex, multiple specialty departments, is preferred.

Certifications

One of the following is required:

  • CCS: Certified Coding Specialist.
  • RHIT: Registered Health Information Technician.

What We Offer

  • Competitive starting wage.
  • Comprehensive Total Rewards package including medical, dental, vision, and wellness; retirement plan with up to a 6% employer contribution; and a generous paid time off policy that increases with years of service.
  • Tuition Reimbursement after 1 year of service.

Why Asante

Asante is more than a great hospital system in an amazing location. We are a community of passionate providers and service-focused caregivers who collaborate to deliver amazing patient outcomes; a place where titles don't matter as much as your creativity, drive, and passion. Our culture, values and people create an environment of sustained medical excellence. For more on our story and award-winning health care, click HERE.

More About Asante and Southern Oregon

Asante is a local, community owned and governed, not-for-profit organization that provides comprehensive health care services to more than 550,000 people in a nine-county area of Southern Oregon and Northern California. It includes Asante Ashland Community Hospital in Ashland, Asante Rogue Regional Medical Center in Medford, Asante Three Rivers Medical Center in Grants Pass, Asante Physician Partners throughout the Rogue Valley, and additional health care partnerships. Virtually all medical specialties and services are represented within an organization dedicated to providing exceptional care. With over 5,000 employees, Asante's entities offer outstanding opportunities for career advancement and professional growth. At Asante your work positively impacts your family, friends, neighbors and the community. Experience the difference in how you work, how you live and how you connect.

At Asante we are defined by our values - traits that guide us as we serve patients and the community:

Excellence - Respect - Honesty - Service - Teamwork

Asante is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to employ and advance in employment women, minorities, qualified individuals with disabilities and protected veterans.

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