UT Southwestern Medical Center
Coding Audit Educator
at UT Southwestern Medical Center
Employer Overview UT Southwestern Medical Center has over 75 years of excellence in Dallas‑Fort Worth, Texas. As a world‑renowned medical and research center, we are committed to excellence, innovation, teamwork, and compassion. Ranked the number 1 hospital in Dallas‑Fort Worth by U.S. News & World Report, we invest in our employees with growth opportunities and a competitive benefits package.
Job Summary The Coding Audit Educator audits inpatient and/or outpatient hospital records for coding and documentation accuracy in accordance with official coding guidelines and regulatory requirements. This position serves as the coding subject‑matter expert and provides educational feedback to staff and teams.
Benefits
PPO medical plan available day one at no cost for full‑time employee‑only coverage
100% coverage for preventive healthcare—no copay
Paid Time Off available day one
Retirement programs through the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS)
Paid parental leave benefit
Wellness programs
Tuition reimbursement
Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Qualified Employer
Required Qualifications
Three to five years of acute hospital‑based coding experience (or equivalent combination of education and experience)
Licenses and certifications: RHIA (REGD Health Information Administrator), RHIT (REGD Health Information Technologist), CCS (Certified Coding Specialist), CPC (Certified Professional Coder), CCDS (Certified Clinical Documentation Specialist)
Preferred Qualifications
Certified Outpatient Coder (COC) (non‑AAPC Apprentice)
Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Health Information Management or closely related field
Experience working remotely
AHIMA‑Approved I10 Trainer Certification
Job Duties
Identify educational opportunities by auditing inpatient and/or outpatient accounts in compliance with official coding guidelines and conventions
Prepare and provide educational feedback to individuals and, if relevant, to the entire Coding and/or CDI teams
Research and prepare educational tutorials and submit to AHIMA for CEU approval
Accurately audit records for principal diagnosis, DRG, reason for visit, procedures, and all reportable secondary diagnoses to reflect the highest level of acuity
Accurately audit abstracting for required data elements (discharge disposition, discharge destination, procedure dates, physicians, etc.)
Identify when a physician query is appropriate for coding clarification
Recognize documentation gaps or incompleteness and recommend appropriate action
Support the quality standards set by UTSW
Mentor/train on designated service lines as requested to ensure quality
Maintain expert-level knowledge of coding related guidelines and practices
Other duties as assigned
Security & EEO Statement Security: This position is security‑sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code 51.215, allowing UTSW to obtain criminal history record information.
EEO: UT Southwestern Medical Center is committed to an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. As an equal‑opportunity employer, UT Southwestern prohibits unlawful discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or veteran status.
Location & Contact
Primary location: 5323 Harry Hines Blvd, Dallas, TX
Schedule: Full‑time, Day shift
Employment type: Regular, Full‑time
Job function: Education and Training
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at UT Southwestern Medical Center
Employer Overview UT Southwestern Medical Center has over 75 years of excellence in Dallas‑Fort Worth, Texas. As a world‑renowned medical and research center, we are committed to excellence, innovation, teamwork, and compassion. Ranked the number 1 hospital in Dallas‑Fort Worth by U.S. News & World Report, we invest in our employees with growth opportunities and a competitive benefits package.
Job Summary The Coding Audit Educator audits inpatient and/or outpatient hospital records for coding and documentation accuracy in accordance with official coding guidelines and regulatory requirements. This position serves as the coding subject‑matter expert and provides educational feedback to staff and teams.
Benefits
PPO medical plan available day one at no cost for full‑time employee‑only coverage
100% coverage for preventive healthcare—no copay
Paid Time Off available day one
Retirement programs through the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS)
Paid parental leave benefit
Wellness programs
Tuition reimbursement
Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Qualified Employer
Required Qualifications
Three to five years of acute hospital‑based coding experience (or equivalent combination of education and experience)
Licenses and certifications: RHIA (REGD Health Information Administrator), RHIT (REGD Health Information Technologist), CCS (Certified Coding Specialist), CPC (Certified Professional Coder), CCDS (Certified Clinical Documentation Specialist)
Preferred Qualifications
Certified Outpatient Coder (COC) (non‑AAPC Apprentice)
Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Health Information Management or closely related field
Experience working remotely
AHIMA‑Approved I10 Trainer Certification
Job Duties
Identify educational opportunities by auditing inpatient and/or outpatient accounts in compliance with official coding guidelines and conventions
Prepare and provide educational feedback to individuals and, if relevant, to the entire Coding and/or CDI teams
Research and prepare educational tutorials and submit to AHIMA for CEU approval
Accurately audit records for principal diagnosis, DRG, reason for visit, procedures, and all reportable secondary diagnoses to reflect the highest level of acuity
Accurately audit abstracting for required data elements (discharge disposition, discharge destination, procedure dates, physicians, etc.)
Identify when a physician query is appropriate for coding clarification
Recognize documentation gaps or incompleteness and recommend appropriate action
Support the quality standards set by UTSW
Mentor/train on designated service lines as requested to ensure quality
Maintain expert-level knowledge of coding related guidelines and practices
Other duties as assigned
Security & EEO Statement Security: This position is security‑sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code 51.215, allowing UTSW to obtain criminal history record information.
EEO: UT Southwestern Medical Center is committed to an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. As an equal‑opportunity employer, UT Southwestern prohibits unlawful discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or veteran status.
Location & Contact
Primary location: 5323 Harry Hines Blvd, Dallas, TX
Schedule: Full‑time, Day shift
Employment type: Regular, Full‑time
Job function: Education and Training
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