Clinical Documentation Specialist Position Available In Pulaski, Arkansas

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Closing Date:

07/17/2025

Type of Position:

Professional Staff –

Project/Program Administration Job Type:

Temporary (Fixed Term)

Work Shift:

Sponsorship Available:

No Institution Name:

University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) has a unique combination of education, research, and clinical programs that encourages and supports teamwork and diversity. We champion being a collaborative health care organization, focused on improving patient care and the lives of Arkansans. UAMS offers amazing benefits and perks (available for benefits eligible positions only):

Health:

Medical, Dental and Vision plans available for qualifying staff and family Holiday, Vacation and Sick Leave Education discount for staff and dependents (undergraduate only)

Retirement:

Up to 10% matched contribution from UAMS Basic Life Insurance up to $50,000 Career Training and Educational Opportunities Merchant Discounts Concierge prescription delivery on the main campus when using UAMS pharmacy Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions you should review before applying for the opening. To apply for the position, please click the Apply link/button. The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of any category or status protected by law, including age, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, or pregnancy. Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex, may be sent to the University’s Title IX Coordinator and to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights. Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment. All application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act. For general application assistance or if you have questions about a job posting, please contact Human Resources at askrecruitment@uams.edu.

Department:

FIN | CORE Coding –

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Summary of Job Duties:

•Remote – Work From Home Position•The Clinical Documentation Improvement Specialist is responsible for improving overall quality and completeness of clinical documentation to ensure that the information in the medical record accurately reflects the patient’s severity of illness, clinical needs, and utilization of resources. This position is responsible for reviewing death medical records to ensure the severity of illness and risk of mortality has been captured at the highest level. This position works with the providers of care to capture the clinical care in a code format for reimbursement and to ensure UAMS has the correct case mix. Reviews all admission types to the hospital to ensure of severity is captured and then educates the providers of care on admission types.

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

Registered Nurse (RN) with current license plus 4 years inpatient clinical experience in Emergency, Critical Care, or Medical/Surgical area with experience in Quality, Case Management, Clinical Audit, or Data Abstraction OR Coding professional with CCS certification and 6 years of inpatient coding experience with documented education in anatomy/physiology and pharmacology.

Preferred Qualifications:

Current CCDS.

Additional Information:

• Applies extensive clinical knowledge to read and analyze health record documentation, identifying all significant diagnoses, treatment, and procedures impacting acuity level and resources consumed throughout the current hospitalization; applies knowledge of disease processes, surgical procedures, UHDDS definitions, and the

CMS/NCHS ICD-10

Official Coding Guidelines for Coding and Reporting to assign non-indexed terms to the appropriate class within the ICD-10 coding classification system. • Reviews all death medical records and works with Vizient calculator to ensure risk of mortality and severity of illness scores are correct. Reviews all admission types to the hospital to ensure severity is captured. • Interacts directly with physicians, nursing staff, other patient caregivers, coding staff, and other members of the health care team to facilitate clarification of clinical documentation and transfer of knowledge related to accurate documentation, coding, and reimbursement practices; ensures that documentation is clear, concise, and written in diagnostic terms reflecting the highest level of specificity. • Develops and facilitates education related to clinical documentation improvement, coding guidelines, and regulatory requirements to all members of the healthcare team through one-on-one communication and classroom or large group presentations throughout the year as assigned. • Performs other duties as assigned.

Salary Information:

Commensurate with education and experience Required Documents to

Apply:

List of three Professional References (name, email, business title),

Resume Optional Documents:

Special Instructions to

Applicants:

Recruitment Contact Information:

Please contact askrecruitment@uams.edu for any recruiting related questions. All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site https://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.

Pre-employment Screening Requirements:

Criminal Background Check This position is subject to pre-employment screening (criminal background, drug testing, and/or education verification). A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication alone shall not disqualify an applicant except as provided by law. Any criminal history will be evaluated in relationship to job responsibilities and business necessity. The information obtained in these reports will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.

Constant Physical Activity:

Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding,

Sitting Frequent Physical Activity:

Feeling, Hearing, Repetitive Motion, Talking Occasional Physical Activity:

Crouching, Grasping, Kneeling, Lifting, Pulling, Pushing, Reaching, Standing, Stooping, Walking Benefits Eligible:

No At the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS), we are looking for health care and non-health care professionals who believe in excellence as a way of life. If you think you have the skills and commitment to succeed at the highest level, consider a career at UAMS, the state’s only academic health sciences center. Combining diverse talents and expertise, our employees work together to provide advanced patient care. We currently have a wide variety of positions available, from patient care to support staff- we may have the perfect position for you. UAMS is Arkansas’ only comprehensive academic health sciences center. We educate and train the vast majority of the state’s physicians and prepare doctors, scientists, nurses, pharmacists and health professionals through innovation, compassion, teamwork and patient- and family-centered care so they can impact the world. UAMS rewards its nurses! Statewide opportunities are available in direct patient care, education, and research settings. We offer Bonus Programs, Hotel Lodging, New Graduate RN Residency and support for Clinical Ladder, National Certification, Shared Governance, and Recognition Programs to name a few. Go to nurses.uams.edu for more details. The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) is committed to providing a safe and secure environment for students, faculty, staff, visitors, and prospective employees. The below report is provided in compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act) and the Higher Education Opportunity Act (HEOA). The report will provide you with information on campus safety and security including information on various policies and procedures for reporting crime, safety and security prevention and protection programs, victim assistance services, fire safety, and other materials to assist you in maintaining your safety and security. www.uams.edu/police.