Director of Clinical Education and Development

Job Description

Job Description

Minneapolis, MN $235,000–$275,000

The Opportunity

You will provide strategic leadership for clinical education and professional development across a healthcare organization. In this role, you will design, implement, and continuously improve educational programs that strengthen clinical documentation, coding accuracy, and healthcare delivery. Your work directly influences both clinical quality and financial outcomes.

Your Day-to-Day

• Lead the development and maintenance of education and training programs — including onboarding — for physicians, CDI specialists, coders, and healthcare staff
• Design and deliver curricula, workshops, and webinars on CDI best practices, coding compliance, medical necessity, and regulatory requirements
• Manage training delivery across in-person, virtual, and blended formats using adult learning principles and innovative instructional design
• Conduct quality reviews, performance assessments, and ongoing monitoring to evaluate program effectiveness and drive continuous improvement in documentation and coding
• Collaborate with physicians, compliance, HIM/coding, and quality teams to align education initiatives with organizational goals and compliant documentation practices
• Track key metrics such as query rates, DRG accuracy, and documentation scores, then implement targeted interventions to improve clinical and financial outcomes
• Stay current on industry regulations including CMS, ICD-10-CM/PCS, DRGs, HCCs, and CPT/E&M guidelines
• Chair educational committees and roundtables such as Physician Workflow and PA Roundtable
• Serve as a liaison between clinical teams and leadership on educational needs and strategic priorities
• Introduce innovative methods and digital platforms to strengthen educational delivery
• Educate clients on documentation accuracy and its impact on coding and quality outcomes
• Support expansion of consulting and educational services, including DRG Assurance and staffing initiatives
• Participate in industry events and speaking engagements to promote organizational expertise

What We're Looking For

• Education: Advanced clinical degree (MD, DO, or equivalent)
• Experience: Minimum 5 years of clinical experience
• Preferred Credentials: CCS, CCDS, CRCR, CDIP, HCQM
• Skills: Strong leadership, communication, and organizational abilities
• Home Office Requirements: Quiet, secure space for reviewing PHI; computer with high-speed internet; telephone and printer/fax/scanner
• Schedule: Full-time, Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.; occasional long hours and weekend work may be required

Ready to Apply?

If you are a forward-thinking clinical leader passionate about education, workforce development, and measurable healthcare outcomes, apply today to shape the future of clinical education at the organizational level.