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Medical Coding Project Manager
We are looking for a Medical Coding Project Manager to join the Medical Coding team here at athenahealth. In this role, the Medical Coding Project Manager will be responsible for the delivery and execution of business solutions for athenahealth’s Medical Coding Services within the RCM Product organization, specifically our medical coding automation product. This individual will work to develop and implement solutions to improve customer value and athena operational efficiency. They will also need to be a strong analytical problem solver, project manager, and excellent communicator.
The Medical Coding Project Manager will act as a critical thinker who creates business cases, influences stakeholders, develops strategic direction and demonstrates command of the technical and industry knowledge of Medical Coding standards and guidelines. The Medical Coding Project Manager will also manage and influence project teams to action, balancing urgency while cultivating lasting collegial relationships.
Job Responsibilities
Use both hard data analysis and qualitative evaluation to determine root causes of a problem
Analyze trends to deliver clear and compelling data story to stakeholders
Design elegant solutions that favor automation, use of AI, work prevention, and product enhancement over manual workflows
Master workflow design and analysis through Lean Six Sigma or other operational engineering techniques, considering impact on dependent processes and ensuring continuity of work delivery
Identify opportunities to expand the value we provide to clients through more or better service(s) using your understanding of customer business problems
Ensures quality & compliance of medical coding standards within our product and services
Lead initiatives and projects that improve client and operational outcomes over a planning cycle, representing broad subject matter expertise
Creates and curates project plans and initiative roadmap, balancing and setting clear stakeholder expectations and proactively identifying areas of risk
Ensure success by leading execution across the company - including commercial, R&D, and operations
Identify metrics and define success criteria to create transparency and visibility into program success and/or improvement areas
Discover customer requirements and improve the service by incorporating feedback into product and service prioritization
Present project purpose, updates, and outcomes to Service Integrity and stakeholder leadership, demonstrating command over all components of the project
Typical Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree (or commensurate level of professional experience)
5 years of professional experience in Medical Coding
2 years managing projects or teams
Experience working with cross-functional groups and teams to achieve common goals and communicating and presenting to stakeholders
Demonstrated ability to assume sole and independent responsibility for various projects
Experience implementing computer assisted coding and/or coding automation tools preferred
CPC and/or CCS certified from AAPC or AHIMA required
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite: Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook, OneNote
Knowledge of Lean Six Sigma and Agile development methodologies preferred
SQL experience preferred
Expected Compensation $86,000 - $146,000
The base salary range shown reflects the full range for this role from minimum to maximum. At athenahealth, base pay depends on multiple factors, including job-related experience, relevant knowledge and skills, how your qualifications compare to others in similar roles, and geographical market rates. Base pay is only one part of our competitive Total Rewards package - depending on role eligibility, we offer both short and long-term incentives by way of an annual discretionary bonus plan, variable compensation plan, and equity plans.
About athenahealth
Our vision: In an industry that becomes more complex by the day, we stand for simplicity. We offer IT solutions and expert services that eliminate the daily hurdles preventing healthcare providers from focusing entirely on their patients — powered by our vision to create a thriving ecosystem that delivers accessible, high-quality, and sustainable healthcare for all.
Our company culture: Our talented employees — or athenistas, as we call ourselves — spark the innovation and passion needed to accomplish our vision. We are a diverse group of dreamers and do-ers with unique knowledge, expertise, backgrounds, and perspectives. We unite as mission-driven problem-solvers with a deep desire to achieve our vision and make our time here count. Our award-winning culture is built around shared values of inclusiveness, accountability, and support.
Our DEI commitment: Our vision of accessible, high-quality, and sustainable healthcare for all requires addressing the inequities that stand in the way. That's one reason we prioritize diversity, equity, and inclusion in every aspect of our business, from attracting and sustaining a diverse workforce to maintaining an inclusive environment for athenistas, our partners, customers and the communities where we work and serve.
What we can do for you:
Along with health and financial benefits, athenistas enjoy perks specific to each location, including commuter support, employee assistance programs, tuition assistance, employee resource groups, and collaborative workspaces — some offices even welcome dogs.
We also encourage a better work-life balance for athenistas with our flexibility. While we know in-office collaboration is critical to our vision, we recognize that not all work needs to be done within an office environment, full-time. With consistent communication and digital collaboration tools, athenahealth enables employees to find a balance that feels fulfilling and productive for each individual situation.
In addition to our traditional benefits and perks, we sponsor events throughout the year, including book clubs, external speakers, and hackathons. We provide athenistas with a company culture based on learning, the support of an engaged team, and an inclusive environment where all employees are valued.
Learn more about our culture and benefits here: athenahealth.com/careers
https://www.athenahealth.com/careers/equal-opportunity
Medical Coding Project Manager
We are looking for a Medical Coding Project Manager to join the Medical Coding team here at athenahealth. In this role, the Medical Coding Project Manager will be responsible for the delivery and execution of business solutions for athenahealth’s Medical Coding Services within the RCM Product organization, specifically our medical coding automation product. This individual will work to develop and implement solutions to improve customer value and athena operational efficiency. They will also need to be a strong analytical problem solver, project manager, and excellent communicator.
The Medical Coding Project Manager will act as a critical thinker who creates business cases, influences stakeholders, develops strategic direction and demonstrates command of the technical and industry knowledge of Medical Coding standards and guidelines. The Medical Coding Project Manager will also manage and influence project teams to action, balancing urgency while cultivating lasting collegial relationships.
Job Responsibilities
Use both hard data analysis and qualitative evaluation to determine root causes of a problem
Analyze trends to deliver clear and compelling data story to stakeholders
Design elegant solutions that favor automation, use of AI, work prevention, and product enhancement over manual workflows
Master workflow design and analysis through Lean Six Sigma or other operational engineering techniques, considering impact on dependent processes and ensuring continuity of work delivery
Identify opportunities to expand the value we provide to clients through more or better service(s) using your understanding of customer business problems
Ensures quality & compliance of medical coding standards within our product and services
Lead initiatives and projects that improve client and operational outcomes over a planning cycle, representing broad subject matter expertise
Creates and curates project plans and initiative roadmap, balancing and setting clear stakeholder expectations and proactively identifying areas of risk
Ensure success by leading execution across the company - including commercial, R&D, and operations
Identify metrics and define success criteria to create transparency and visibility into program success and/or improvement areas
Discover customer requirements and improve the service by incorporating feedback into product and service prioritization
Present project purpose, updates, and outcomes to Service Integrity and stakeholder leadership, demonstrating command over all components of the project
Typical Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree (or commensurate level of professional experience)
5 years of professional experience in Medical Coding
2 years managing projects or teams
Experience working with cross-functional groups and teams to achieve common goals and communicating and presenting to stakeholders
Demonstrated ability to assume sole and independent responsibility for various projects
Experience implementing computer assisted coding and/or coding automation tools preferred
CPC and/or CCS certified from AAPC or AHIMA required
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite: Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook, OneNote
Knowledge of Lean Six Sigma and Agile development methodologies preferred
SQL experience preferred
Expected Compensation $86,000 - $146,000
The base salary range shown reflects the full range for this role from minimum to maximum. At athenahealth, base pay depends on multiple factors, including job-related experience, relevant knowledge and skills, how your qualifications compare to others in similar roles, and geographical market rates. Base pay is only one part of our competitive Total Rewards package - depending on role eligibility, we offer both short and long-term incentives by way of an annual discretionary bonus plan, variable compensation plan, and equity plans.
About athenahealth
Our vision: In an industry that becomes more complex by the day, we stand for simplicity. We offer IT solutions and expert services that eliminate the daily hurdles preventing healthcare providers from focusing entirely on their patients — powered by our vision to create a thriving ecosystem that delivers accessible, high-quality, and sustainable healthcare for all.
Our company culture: Our talented employees — or athenistas, as we call ourselves — spark the innovation and passion needed to accomplish our vision. We are a diverse group of dreamers and do-ers with unique knowledge, expertise, backgrounds, and perspectives. We unite as mission-driven problem-solvers with a deep desire to achieve our vision and make our time here count. Our award-winning culture is built around shared values of inclusiveness, accountability, and support.
Our DEI commitment: Our vision of accessible, high-quality, and sustainable healthcare for all requires addressing the inequities that stand in the way. That's one reason we prioritize diversity, equity, and inclusion in every aspect of our business, from attracting and sustaining a diverse workforce to maintaining an inclusive environment for athenistas, our partners, customers and the communities where we work and serve.
What we can do for you:
Along with health and financial benefits, athenistas enjoy perks specific to each location, including commuter support, employee assistance programs, tuition assistance, employee resource groups, and collaborative workspaces — some offices even welcome dogs.
We also encourage a better work-life balance for athenistas with our flexibility. While we know in-office collaboration is critical to our vision, we recognize that not all work needs to be done within an office environment, full-time. With consistent communication and digital collaboration tools, athenahealth enables employees to find a balance that feels fulfilling and productive for each individual situation.
In addition to our traditional benefits and perks, we sponsor events throughout the year, including book clubs, external speakers, and hackathons. We provide athenistas with a company culture based on learning, the support of an engaged team, and an inclusive environment where all employees are valued.
Learn more about our culture and benefits here: athenahealth.com/careers
https://www.athenahealth.com/careers/equal-opportunity
Salary : $86,000 - $146,000