Coding Associate/UKHC

Coding Associate/UKHC Bookmark this Posting Print Preview | Apply for this Job Posting Details Posting Details Job Title Coding Associate/UKHC Requisition Number RE54507 Working Title Coding Associate/UKHC Department Name H1160:

ESH Administrative and Business Services Work Location Lexington, Ky Grade Level 07 Salary Range $17.50-27.31/hour Type of Position Staff Position Time Status Full-Time Required Education AA Click here for more information about equivalencies: https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalencies Required Related Experience 1 yr Required License/Registration/Certification Registered Health Information Technician ( RHIT ), Certified Coding Professional ( CCP ), Certified Professional Coder ( CPC ), Certified Professional Coder - Apprentice ( CPC -A) or Certified Coding Specialist ( CCS ) Physical Requirements Requires handling of light-weight objects up to 10 pounds, or some standing or walking. Shift Monday - Friday 8:00am - 5:00pm, other days/times as required by department Job Summary ESH Medical Records Coder performs professional billing and coding functions. Ensures compliance with all rules and regulations.

Skills / Knowledge

/ Abilities Completion of an Associate's Degree, plus RHIT or CCP certification and two years related experience. The employee shall become familiar with HIPAA regulations and do their utmost to protect all protected health information ( PHI ) and other personal or sensitive information within their trust in the course of state business by applying appropriate safeguards and sharing only the information required to deliver agency services. Any personal or sensitive information overheard or seen by the employee will be kept confidential by not sharing it with others, on or off the work-site grounds. Fully6 participate in all activities regarding the elimination of the use of seclusion and restraints in patient care including educational requirements, competency development activities, and meeting established performance goals and measures. Must have computer competency in approved systems. Must have excellent customer service skills. Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? No Preferred Education/Experience N/A Deadline to Apply 05/28/2026 Our University Community We value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors, the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus. The University follows both the federal and state Constitutions as well as all applicable federal and state laws on nondiscrimination. The University provides equal opportunities for qualified persons in all aspects of institutional operations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic origin, religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, uniformed service, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information or social or economic status. Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen. Posting Specific Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (

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• Do you currently possess at least one of the following certifications: Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA); Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT); Certified Professional Coder (CPC); Certified Professional Coder-Apprentice (CPC-A); Certified Coding Specialist (CCS); and/or Certified Coding Associate (CCA)? Yes No
• Please indicate your years of paid work experience with medical coding and billing. None More than 0, up through 2 years More than 2 years, up through 3 years More than 3 years, up through 5 years More than 5 years
• Please describe an example of an instance in which you demonstrated excellent team-member behavior, including the situation and your specific actions. (Open Ended Question)
• Please describe in detail your billing and coding experience noting specific specialties.

(Open Ended Question) Applicant Documents Required Documents Optional Documents Resume