Certified Medical Records Coder-Outpatient (Swing/Weekend)
County of Riverside, California, MO, United States
Position Overview
The County of Riverside – Riverside University Health System Medical Records Department is seeking to fill multiple Certified Medical Records Coder positions. Incumbents will be responsible for performing advanced coding and abstracting of outpatient medical record entries according to the current ICD-CM and CPT systems, and other related duties as required.
Job Responsibilities
Certified Medical Records Coders – Outpatient classification will code and abstract a high volume of patient records, report to a supervisory or manager level position, and be well versed in outpatient coding guidelines, the APC system and CPT assignment. Candidates with acute hospital experience are encouraged to apply.
Essential Duties
Code medical record entries for diagnoses and procedures according to the current edition of ICD‑CM and CPT; enter information into the designated computer system.
Abstract patient information such as admission, discharge, transfer (ADT), type of surgery, type of anesthesia, and attending physician.
Query physicians for assistance in proper identification of codes for diagnoses or procedures and communicate with physicians and others involved in patient care as needed.
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, within the last two years.
Other Requirements
License/Certificate: Possession of a current valid certification as a Certified Coding Specialist (CCS), CCS‑Physician Based (CCS‑P), Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA), Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT), Certified Professional Coder (CPC), or CPC‑Hospital (CPC‑H).
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.
Ability To
Utilize the ICD‑CM classification system to code medical record entries using coding books or encoder products.
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.
Work Schedule
5/40, Monday–Friday, Day Shift (rotating holidays required). Requires coverage on weekends, with two days off during the week. Must be able to work swing, weekend, and some holidays. New hires must work in the office for a minimum of ten weeks; following successful completion of training, a hybrid work schedule may be allowed.
Pre‑Employment
All employment offers are contingent upon successful completion of a pre‑employment physical exam, drug/alcohol test, and criminal background investigation.
Probationary Period
All County employees, subject to the Approved Local Merit System, are governed by probationary period provisions as specified in applicable Memoranda of Understanding, County Resolution, or Salary Ordinance.
Contact Information
For questions regarding this recruitment, please contact Anay Sanchez at
anasanchez@rivco.org
or 951.955.5893.
#J-18808-Ljbffr
The County of Riverside – Riverside University Health System Medical Records Department is seeking to fill multiple Certified Medical Records Coder positions. Incumbents will be responsible for performing advanced coding and abstracting of outpatient medical record entries according to the current ICD-CM and CPT systems, and other related duties as required.
Job Responsibilities
Certified Medical Records Coders – Outpatient classification will code and abstract a high volume of patient records, report to a supervisory or manager level position, and be well versed in outpatient coding guidelines, the APC system and CPT assignment. Candidates with acute hospital experience are encouraged to apply.
Essential Duties
Code medical record entries for diagnoses and procedures according to the current edition of ICD‑CM and CPT; enter information into the designated computer system.
Abstract patient information such as admission, discharge, transfer (ADT), type of surgery, type of anesthesia, and attending physician.
Query physicians for assistance in proper identification of codes for diagnoses or procedures and communicate with physicians and others involved in patient care as needed.
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, within the last two years.
Other Requirements
License/Certificate: Possession of a current valid certification as a Certified Coding Specialist (CCS), CCS‑Physician Based (CCS‑P), Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA), Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT), Certified Professional Coder (CPC), or CPC‑Hospital (CPC‑H).
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.
Ability To
Utilize the ICD‑CM classification system to code medical record entries using coding books or encoder products.
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.
Work Schedule
5/40, Monday–Friday, Day Shift (rotating holidays required). Requires coverage on weekends, with two days off during the week. Must be able to work swing, weekend, and some holidays. New hires must work in the office for a minimum of ten weeks; following successful completion of training, a hybrid work schedule may be allowed.
Pre‑Employment
All employment offers are contingent upon successful completion of a pre‑employment physical exam, drug/alcohol test, and criminal background investigation.
Probationary Period
All County employees, subject to the Approved Local Merit System, are governed by probationary period provisions as specified in applicable Memoranda of Understanding, County Resolution, or Salary Ordinance.
Contact Information
For questions regarding this recruitment, please contact Anay Sanchez at
anasanchez@rivco.org
or 951.955.5893.
#J-18808-Ljbffr