Coder IV at Valleywise Health System – Phoenix, Arizona

Requires an associate degree in Health Information Technology or related field, or an equivalent combination of training and progressively responsible experience that results in the required specialized knowledge and ability to perform the assigned work in lieu of a degree.

A bachelor’s degree is preferred.

Requires eight (8) years of progressively responsible inpatient hospital/facility coding experience that demonstrates a strong understanding of the required job functions and knowledge, skills, and abilities to code all Inpatient service lines.

Requires Level 1 Trauma coding experience.

Requires coding experience in a teaching hospital.

Burn coding experience is preferred.

Outpatient coding experience in addition to Inpatient is preferred.

Requires the ability to pass a coding exam, at or above 85% accuracy, prior to hire.

Prefer training in 3M encoder and EPIC Electronic Health Record.

Must have a current coding certification (CPC, COC, CIC, CCS, CCS-P).

RHIA or RHIT certification is also accepted with requisite coding experience.

Must be able to demonstrate application of APR DRG, SOI/ROM, MS DRG’s, MCC, CC, SOI, ROM, and ICD-10-CM/PCS, as well as query the physicians as appropriate.

Must have knowledge of and be able to code all types of Inpatient patient medical records including, but not limited to: Burn, Behavioral Health, Trauma, Medical & Surgical, Maternity/Labor & Delivery, Pediatrics, Ortho, Intensive Care, resolving claim edits and assists in the resolution of AZ State tape errors while maintaining a minimum of 95% quality accuracy rate, utilizing official query guidelines and maintain coding quality established in the Coding Department Policy and Procedure.

Requires the ability to work well independently and demonstrate independent decision-making abilities.

Must prioritize and multitask workload and assignments to meet department objectives and goals.

Must demonstrate analytical ability and utilize problem-solving skills while assessing work queues to identify issues, adjust staffing, and recognize coding errors.

Must be able to show initiative and utilize critical thinking skills to provide potential solutions to problems identified and create educational material pertaining to the issues/concerns identified during assigned daily duties.

Must have a high level of understanding of computer applications, Microsoft Office, Electronic Health Records, and encoder systems.

Must be able to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing, with excellent customer service skills.

Keeps the coding supervisor/manager abreast of issues and educational opportunities identified during the daily workflow.

Requires the ability to work well independently and demonstrate independent decision-making abilities.

Must abide by the Standards of Ethical Coding set forth by the American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA).

Requires the ability to read, write, and speak effectively in English.

10 paid observed holidays

Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS) and 12% Employee Contribution Match (Pension, Long Term Disability, and Health Insurance)

Paid vacation, sick, and personal time

Affordable medical, vision, and dental insurance benefits and a wellness program

Flexible Spending accounts and health savings accounts

Deferred Compensation-457(b) Roth and Supplemental Retirement – 401(A)

Tuition reimbursement

Public Service Loan Forgiveness (may forgive the remaining balance on a federal student loan made directly by the U.S. Department of Education after qualifying).

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)