HIM Coding Analyst- Remote

Ochsner Health Job Opportunity

We've made a lot of progress since opening the doors in 1942, but one thing has never changed - our commitment to serve, heal, lead, educate, and innovate. We believe that every award earned, every record broken and every patient helped is because of the dedicated employees who fill our hallways.

At Ochsner, whether you work with patients every day or support those who do, you are making a difference and that matters. Come make a difference at Ochsner Health and discover your future today!

This job is responsible for daily management of DNB accounts. Researches accounts to locate required documents for coding. Communicates, educates, and establishes accountability by identifying trends, and reporting findings to the responsible user and department operational leadership, as well as to the HIM and Coding Management team. Maintains spreadsheets with trending data to generate reports for use by HIM Coding Management, to facilitate resolution and eliminate future occurrences. Coordinates and leads discussions and meetings with department leadership to communicate the issues identified in trending. Works independently with minimal supervision.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties.

Education

Required - Bachelor's degree

Preferred - Additional degrees, business training experience and/or certifications may be combined to meet minimum qualifications.

Work Experience Required - 3 years experience in HIM or related health care field OR an Associate Degree with degree with 5 years experience in Health Information Management or related healthcare field.

Preferred- Experience in HIM Dept with an electronic medical record.

Basic knowledge of coding practices.

Certifications

Preferred - RHIT, RHIA, CCS, and/or CPC-H certifications

Knowledge Skills and Abilities (KSAs)

• Must have computer skills and dexterity required for data entry and retrieval of information.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills and the ability to present information clearly and professionally.
• Must be proficient with Windows-style applications, various software packages specific to role and keyboard.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Good organizational skills, time management skills, and strong follow-through capabilities.
• Ability to exercise good judgment and work with medical staff, nursing staff, ancillary departments and co-workers.
• Ability to prioritize daily duties, multitask, and make decisions necessary to complete all assigned tasks and accomplish goals.
• Ability to concentrate mentally and verbally.
• Must work closely with the management team to solve problems and meet deadlines.
• Working knowledge of medical terminology and anatomy and physiology.
• Strong working computer skills with a working knowledge of health information and information systems required.
• Ability to work flexible schedule, such as nights, weekends, holidays, extended shifts, etc.

Job Duties

• Researches DNB accounts.
• Communicates with appropriate individual/departments regarding accounts.
• Maintains spreadsheets and monitors work queues/dashboard reports.
• Prepares reports.
• Serves as Health Information Department resource.
• Performs other day-to-day operational assignments, as needed.

Other related duties as required. The above statements describe the general nature and level of work only. They are not an exhaustive list of all required responsibilities, duties, and skills. Other duties may be added, or this description amended at any time.

Remains knowledgeable on current federal, state and local laws, accreditation standards or regulatory agency requirements that apply to the assigned area of responsibility and ensures compliance with all such laws, regulations and standards.

This employer maintains and complies with its Compliance & Privacy Program and Standards of Conduct, including the immediate reporting of any known or suspected unethical or questionable behaviors or conduct; patient/employee safety, patient privacy, and/or other compliance-related concerns. The employer is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status.

Physical and Environmental Demands The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Medium Work - Exerting 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently, and/or greater than negligible up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Normal routine involves no exposure to blood, body fluid or tissue and as part of their employment, incumbents are not called upon to perform or assist in emergency care or first aid. The incumbent has no occupational risk for exposure to communicable diseases. Because the incumbent works within a healthcare setting, there may be occupational risk for exposure to hazardous medications or hazardous waste within the environment through receipt, transport, storage, preparation, dispensing, administration, cleaning and/or disposal of contaminated waste. The risk level of exposure may increase depending on the essential job duties of the role.