Facility Rehab Coder / HIM Coder

Education and training

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Coding, medical terminology, and anatomy/physiology courses preferred
• One of the following certifications preferred:
  • Certified Coding Specialist (CCS)
  • Certified Coding Specialist-Physician based (CCS-P)
  • Certified Professional Coder (CPC)
  • Certified Professional Coder Apprentice (CPC-A)
  • Certified Billing and Coding Specialist (CBCS)
  • Certified Coding Associate (CCA)
  • Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT)
  • Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA)
  • Registered Nurse (RN) with ICD-9-CM coding background
  • Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) with ICD-9-CM coding background
• Candidates with coder experience who are currently pursuing one of the listed credentials will also be considered

Experience and qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of coding experience preferred
• Knowledge of ICD-10-CM and CPT coding, disease processes, medical terminology, anatomy and physiology, pharmacology, and laboratory terminology
• Ability to stay current with coding changes, ICD-10-CM Official Conventions, and Official ICD-9-CM/CPT Guidelines for Coding and Reporting
• Ability to assign ICD-10-CM diagnosis and procedure codes using the 3M coding application
• Familiarity with the Inpatient Rehabilitation Facility-Patient Assessment Instrument (IRF-PAI) preferred
• Strong data entry and computer skills required
• Ability to communicate with customers, families, staff, management, physicians, and the general public
• Ability to work accurately and timely on repetitive, detail-oriented tasks
• Understanding of HIPAA regulations required
• Ability to work independently, exercise initiative, and make concise decisions
• Familiarity with TJC and state regulations, plus legal aspects of the medical record

Benefits and perks

• Medical benefits with EPO/HDHP/HSA options, including prescription coverage, Rx 'n Go, and Teladoc
• Dental and vision benefits
• Employee Assistance Program with counseling, legal, and financial services
• Flexible spending accounts (FSA) and health savings accounts (HSA)
• Life and disability insurance
• Education and in-service opportunities, including continuing education and tuition assistance
• Supplemental benefits, including accident, critical illness, cancer, pet, and identity theft protection insurance options
• Auto, home, cell phone, and gym membership discounts
• Personal travel discounts
• Employee bonus referral program
• 401(k) plan with discretionary employer match
• Generous paid time off