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Clinical Documentation Educator PRN, Remote- CPC and/or CCS-P Required
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A Clinical Documentation Specialist works with information technology systems and applications in health care organizations. Assists clinicians and staff with technology and implementing new systems. Creates systems for organizing and interpreting data and information for clinical trials. Records and manages clinical information about patients, including health assessments and diagnoses, test results, treatments, and follow up care requirements. Reviews and maintains patient records.
$73,423 / year median in the U.S.
+5% projected growth
Job Description
About Us At Cooper University Health Care , our commitment to providing extraordinary health care begins with our team. Our extraordinary professionals are continuously discovering clinical innovations and enhanced access to the most up-to-date facilities, equipment, technologies and research protocols. We have a commitment to our employees to provide competitive rates and compensation programs. Cooper offers full and part-time employees a comprehensive benefits program, including health, dental, vision, life, disability, and retirement. We also provide attractive working conditions and opportunities for career growth through professional development. Discover why Cooper University Health Care is the employer of choice in South Jersey Short Description Reporting to the Manager of the Clinical Documentation Team the Clinical Documentation. Educator, through diverse assignments, supports and participates in educational activities to improve of the quality, completeness and accuracy of clinical documentation for Cooper University Physicians (CUP.) Experience Required Physician coding and compliance experience with significant emphasis on/strong background in Evaluation and Management services. Training and presentation experience with physicians and other clinicians both individually and in groups. Accomplished in the preparation of PowerPoint presentations and other supplemental training materials. Previous work experience in the auditing and coding of professional clinical documentation; both handwritten and electronic medical records. Education Requirements Bachelor's degree preferred; Associates degree in Nursing or other relevant Associate degree also considered. Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications needed to perform in position; Word, PowerPoint, Outlook and Excel. Confident and professional public speaker with exemplary verbal and written communication skills. Well-versed in using, referring to and researching CMS and other federal and local clinical documentation and compliance guidelines, CPT, ICD-9-CM and HCPCS codes, Evaluation and Management Documentation Guidelines and PATH guidelines. License/Certification Requirements CPC and/or CCS-P; Nursing certification and/or Compliance certification a plus. Valid Driver's License (will need to travel to CUH satellite locations as necessary) Salary Min ($) USD $37.00 Salary Max ($) USD $61.00