Certified Medical Records Coder-Outpatient (Swing/Weekend)
County of Riverside, California, MO, United States
About The Position
County of Riverside – Riverside University Health System Medical Records Department is seeking to fill multiple Certified Medical Records Coder positions. The incumbents will perform advanced coding and abstracting of outpatient medical record entries according to the most current edition of ICD‑CM and CPT and perform other related duties as required. The role involves coding and abstracting a high volume of patient records and reports to a supervisory or manager level position. Candidates with acute hospital experience are encouraged to apply. Work schedule: 5/40, Monday–Friday, day shift (rotating holidays required).
Schedule & Availability
This position requires weekend coverage, with two days off during the week. The incumbent must be comfortable with the schedule before applying. New hires are required to work in the office for a minimum of 10 weeks. Upon successful completion of this training period and based on performance, the department may allow a hybrid work schedule that includes a combination of in‑office and remote work at the department’s discretion. The incumbent must maintain the productivity standards set by the department to be eligible for hybrid work. Eligible shifts include swing, weekends, and some holidays.
Examples Of Essential Duties
Code medical record entries pertaining to diagnoses and procedures according to the most current edition of ICD‑CM and, when applicable, CPT; enter information into the designated computer system.
Abstract patient information such as admission, discharge, and transfer (ADT), type of surgery, type of anesthesia, and attending physician.
Query physicians when assistance is needed for proper identification of codes for diagnoses or procedures; communicate with physicians and others involved in patient treatment as needed.
Minimum Qualifications
One year of medical‑record coding experience in an acute care setting using ICD‑CM and CPT coding, or outpatient, or emergency room coding. Experience must have been within the last two years.
Other Requirements
License/Certificate:
Possession of current valid certification as a Certified Coding Specialist (CCS), Certified Coding Specialist‑Physician Based (CCS‑P), Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA), Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT), Certified Professional Coder (CPC), or Certified Professional Coder‑Hospital (CPC‑H), all issued by a recognized association.
Knowledge of:
ICD‑CM and CPT classification coding systems; fundamentals of anatomy, physiology, and disease study; standard clerical office procedures and equipment including Windows‑based software use.
Ability to:
Utilize the ICD‑CM classification system to code medical record entries by coding books or encoder product; abstract pertinent information from medical records; follow oral and written instructions; operate PC with Windows software, coding software, and abstract package; effectively communicate technical information to medical and administrative personnel; maintain effective working relationships with others.
Equal Opportunity Employer
The County of Riverside is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of the County of Riverside to provide equal employment opportunities for all qualified persons. All applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, ancestry, medical condition, genetic information, or any other non‑job‑related factor.
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County of Riverside – Riverside University Health System Medical Records Department is seeking to fill multiple Certified Medical Records Coder positions. The incumbents will perform advanced coding and abstracting of outpatient medical record entries according to the most current edition of ICD‑CM and CPT and perform other related duties as required. The role involves coding and abstracting a high volume of patient records and reports to a supervisory or manager level position. Candidates with acute hospital experience are encouraged to apply. Work schedule: 5/40, Monday–Friday, day shift (rotating holidays required).
Schedule & Availability
This position requires weekend coverage, with two days off during the week. The incumbent must be comfortable with the schedule before applying. New hires are required to work in the office for a minimum of 10 weeks. Upon successful completion of this training period and based on performance, the department may allow a hybrid work schedule that includes a combination of in‑office and remote work at the department’s discretion. The incumbent must maintain the productivity standards set by the department to be eligible for hybrid work. Eligible shifts include swing, weekends, and some holidays.
Examples Of Essential Duties
Code medical record entries pertaining to diagnoses and procedures according to the most current edition of ICD‑CM and, when applicable, CPT; enter information into the designated computer system.
Abstract patient information such as admission, discharge, and transfer (ADT), type of surgery, type of anesthesia, and attending physician.
Query physicians when assistance is needed for proper identification of codes for diagnoses or procedures; communicate with physicians and others involved in patient treatment as needed.
Minimum Qualifications
One year of medical‑record coding experience in an acute care setting using ICD‑CM and CPT coding, or outpatient, or emergency room coding. Experience must have been within the last two years.
Other Requirements
License/Certificate:
Possession of current valid certification as a Certified Coding Specialist (CCS), Certified Coding Specialist‑Physician Based (CCS‑P), Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA), Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT), Certified Professional Coder (CPC), or Certified Professional Coder‑Hospital (CPC‑H), all issued by a recognized association.
Knowledge of:
ICD‑CM and CPT classification coding systems; fundamentals of anatomy, physiology, and disease study; standard clerical office procedures and equipment including Windows‑based software use.
Ability to:
Utilize the ICD‑CM classification system to code medical record entries by coding books or encoder product; abstract pertinent information from medical records; follow oral and written instructions; operate PC with Windows software, coding software, and abstract package; effectively communicate technical information to medical and administrative personnel; maintain effective working relationships with others.
Equal Opportunity Employer
The County of Riverside is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of the County of Riverside to provide equal employment opportunities for all qualified persons. All applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, ancestry, medical condition, genetic information, or any other non‑job‑related factor.
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