Medical Coding - Team Lead

An Emergency Medicine Coding Team Lead manages a team of medical coders, ensuring accurate, compliant coding (ICD-10, CPT) of medical records, acting as a liaison for complex issues, conducting audits, providing training/mentorship, monitoring performance, and collaborating with providers for documentation clarity, driving quality and efficiency while staying updated on regulations. Key duties include quality assurance, team development, issue resolution, and workflow management for revenue cycle success. Team Supervision: Assign workloads, monitor productivity, conduct performance reviews, and provide coaching/support. Quality Assurance: Perform audits, review coding for accuracy (ICD-10, CPT, HCPCS, modifiers), and ensure compliance with guidelines. Training & Mentorship: Onboard new hires, develop training materials, and provide ongoing education to the team. Issue Resolution: Serve as the escalation point for complex coding questions and discrepancies. Collaboration: Work with providers, billing, compliance, and other departments to resolve documentation issues and improve accuracy. Process Improvement: Identify trends in denials or errors, implement process improvements, and stay current with coding changes. Reporting: Track and report on team KPIs, quality metrics, and productivity. Essential Qualifications Experience: Several years of medical coding experience (e.g., 3-5+ years), often with supervisory or lead experience. Certifications: CPC, CCS, RHIT, or equivalent certifications (AAPC/AHIMA). Knowledge: Deep understanding of medical terminology, anatomy, physiology, ICD-10, CPT, HCPCS, and regulatory guidelines (CMS, HIPAA). Skills: Strong analytical, problem-solving, communication (written/verbal), organizational, and leadership skills. Key Skills & Attributes Leadership and mentoring. Attention to detail and accuracy. Ability to work independently and as part of a team. Flexibility and professionalism. Remote position for USA-based employee At Harris, we believe great people build great software. We offer an environment where employees are empowered to make a real impact, grow their skills, and shape their careers. Our teams enjoy a supportive, award‑winning culture, a casual and collaborative workplace, and opportunities to learn from a diverse group of businesses and industries. We are financially strong and proudly part of Constellation Software Inc. (CSI), the largest software company in Canada, providing long‑term stability alongside entrepreneurial autonomy. In addition to a competitive compensation and benefits package, we offer meaningful perks, flexibility, and—most importantly—a culture that values people, curiosity, and having fun while doing great work. Follow us on LinkedIn to learn more about our culture, values, and career opportunities. Harris 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, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. Applicants who require a reasonable accommodation due to a disability may contact us by email at View email address on click.appcast.io. Accommodation requests may be made at any time. This email address is dedicated solely to accommodation requests and cannot be used to inquire about application status. Know Your Rights Poster EO 13496: Notification of Employee Rights under Federal Labor Laws. Our commitment to fair and equitable hiring. As part of our recruitment process, we use artificial intelligence (AI) tools during the initial screening phase to help identify candidates whose qualifications most closely align with the requirements of the role. This technology supports efficiency and consistency in the early stages, but it never replaces human judgement. All subsequent evaluations and final hiring decisions are made by our recruitment professionals. AI does not make final hiring decisions. #J-18808-Ljbffr Harris Computer