Coder III

Join Henry Mayo Newhall HospitalYour work here matters. Your career here thrives. Imagine coming to work every day knowing that what you do genuinely changes lives. At Henry Mayo Newhall Hospital, that's not just a tagline — it's the reality for every member of our team.We're not just a hospital. We're the heartbeat of the Santa Clarita Valley — a 357-bed, not-for-profit Level II Trauma Center that has been a trusted pillar of this community since 1975. And we're looking for passionate, driven professionals who want to be part of something bigger than themselves.Where clinical excellence meets cutting-edge careHere, you'll work alongside an award-winning team delivering some of the most advanced medical services in the region, including:Comprehensive heart and vascular careAdvanced stroke treatmentCancer care in partnership with Keck Medicine of USCWomen's imaging and breast health servicesEmergency and trauma careCardiac rehabilitation and wellness programsAs a key part of Los Angeles County's STEMI receiving network, we provide lifesaving cardiac intervention through our state-of-the-art Roberta G. Veloz Cardiac Cath Lab. We continuously invest in the latest technology and innovation — which means you'll always be working at the forefront of modern medicine.A culture you'll be proud to be part ofOur vision — To Be the Most Patient-Centric Hospital Anywhere — drives everything we do. But it's our people who make that vision a reality. Physicians, nurses, staff, and volunteers come together here in a culture rooted in compassion, collaboration, and excellence. When you join Henry Mayo, you're not just accepting a job offer. You're joining a family that genuinely cares — about our patients, our community, and you.Located in beautiful Valencia, CaliforniaNestled in the vibrant Santa Clarita Valley, you'll enjoy an exceptional quality of life both inside and outside of work — with top-rated schools, scenic surroundings, and a welcoming community that generations of families proudly call home.Ready to make your mark? Join the team that's been setting the standard for compassionate, innovative healthcare for nearly 50 years. Your next great chapter starts here.Job Summary Coder IIIThe Coder III is responsible for analyzing medical records for completion by medical staff, clinical or ancillary department; performing coding and abstracting functions; efficiently navigating the electronic medical record to find patient information required for coding; and accurately abstracting medical records for quality assessment screens.What you'll bring to the team:Extensive knowledge of ICD-9-CM and CPTUnderstanding of UHDDSComputerized medical records coding and abstracting experience – at least one year.Experience analyzing and manipulating data from medical records coding and abstracts. Knowledge of APCs, E&M coding, modifier usage.Ability to utilize encoder at advanced levelAbility to utilize computer to maintain current status of coding processAbility to code advanced level inpatient, outpatient and emergency department recordsLicensure and certification:CCS requiredRHIT or RHIA strongly preferredEducation:Associate degree in health information technology or information technology or equivalent is minimum requirementMedical terminologyAnatomy and physiologyAHIMA approved coding program or equivalent with documentation of successful completion.Experience:Acute hospital experience in an acute care hospital, with three years of inpatient and outpatient coding experience utilizing automated encoder.