What are the responsibilities and job description for the Clinical Documentation Improvement Specialist (Exempt) position at Mercy?
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Job Profile SummaryUnder the direction of the Director or designee, the Clinical Documentation Specialist will be responsible for the day-to-day clinical documentation chart reviews. Will work in conjunction with the Case Management department, physicians, mid-level providers and other health team members to provide for comprehensive medical record documentation to reflect clinical treatment, decisions, and diagnoses for inpatients . Will utilize coding and clinical expertise to identify opportunities and ensure accuracy and completeness of clinical documentation used for measuring and reporting physician and hospital outcomes
Position Details:
Education: Registered Nurse or Certified Coder
Licensure: Registered Nurse
Experience: Two years in nursing, coding, process improvement, or case management in an acute care facility.
Certifications: One
Other: Skills, knowledge and abilities: Coding skills with experience in ICD-10. Must have great communication & leadership skills and ability to communicate with multiple personality types.
Preferred Education: Registered Nurse with Bachelor's degree
Preferred Licensure:
Preferred Experience: ICD-10 Coding
Preferred Certifications: Certified Coding Specialist (CCS) or Certified Documentation Specialist
Preferred Other:
Why Mercy?
From day one, Mercy offers outstanding benefits - including medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, tuition support, and matched retirement plans for team members working 32 hours per pay period.
Join a caring, collaborative team where your voice matters. At Mercy, you'll help shape the future of healthcare through innovation, technology, and compassion. As we grow, you'll grow with us.