Certified Coder

Responsibilities

Job Specific Competencies:

• Performs all functions essential in the billing of providers and ancillary services.
• Organizes workflow and communication with the clinics and providers for accurate billing information.
• Effectively communicates within the organization and with the public consistent with the clinic philosophy, vision and mission.
• Appropriately uses facility communication, information systems and equipment.
  
  

JCMG Core Competencies

• Strives for continuous quality improvement.
• Participates in educational experiences designed to maintain and/or improve professional competence.
• Maintains high work ethic standards.
• Provides quality customer service to staff, patients and visitors at all times.
  
  

Education

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma or GED
• Associate degree preferred
  
  

Experience

• Minimum two years in a Physician Coding environment
  
  

Certification/License

• Certified Professional Coder (CPC)
• Certified Coding Associate (CCA)
• Certified Evaluation and Management Coder (CEMC) for E&M Specialties and Family Medicine
  
  

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Competency in medical terminology as demonstrated by either formal training or experience
• Must be able to assess self-learning needs and participate in educational programs as appropriate
• Computer literate
• Knowledge and experience with ICD-10 and CPT coding
  
  

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Work is in a heated/air conditioned building. Exposure to harsh cleaning agents and toxic chemicals. Frequent exposure to dirty and unsanitary conditions. Exposure to contaminated wastes and body fluids. Frequently exposure to cleaning fluids and toxic materials.

Benefits

• Health insurance & employer paid short- and long-term disability
• Generous PTO policy, beginning at 148-hours annually
• 56 hours paid Holiday Leave
• Employer Retirement Plan (401K) with employer match
• Tuition reimbursement and other professional advancements, including a Medical Assistant training program