Surgical Notes is hiring a ASC Medical Coding Specialist/QA to assist with accurate and timely coding for our ambulatory surgical clients. The ideal candidate has excellent organizational skills, communication skills, with the desire and ability to learn quickly. Working as a part of the team to meet deadlines, but also being able to work independently is crucial to success in this position. Our organization prides itself on being built upon a set of strong core values. We are looking for a candidate who will actively exhibit these core values: Service Excellence, Transparency, Teamwork, Accountability, Hard work, and Positive Attitude.
External Title: Medical Coding Specialist/QA
Internal Title: IND Coding Individual Contributor III
Reports to: Manager, Coding Quality
Responsibilities:
- Conduct regular audits of medical coding work to ensure accuracy and compliance with coding guidelines, regulations, and organizational policies
- Provide constructive feedback to lead/trainer based on audit findings.
- Collaborate with coding trainers and lead to address training needs identified during QA audits
- Maintain accurate and detailed records of QA audits and feedback
- Provide other services as needed to assist in effective operations of the compliance program
- Communicate QA findings and trends to relevant stakeholders
- Have a pro-active and positive approach when working with clients to identify areas where further work may be required, for example training or more specialised audit.
- Daily production coding based on department needs
- Other responsibilities as assigned.
Role Information:
- Full-Time
- Hourly
- Non-Exempt
- Working within our business operating hours of India (IST)
- Eligible for Benefits
- Remote: The minimum bandwidth requirements are 2 Mbps upload and 2 Mbps download speeds. The recommended bandwidth requirements are 10 Mbps upload and 30 Mbps download speeds.
Job Requirements:
Required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities & Education:
- Must pass an assessment to demonstrate skills and abilities
- Graduate in any discipline
- Coding certification through AAPC or AHIMA (CPC, COC, RHIT, CCS, etc., no apprentice designation accepted at this time)
- 4+ years Ambulatory Surgical Center coding experience
- 2 years of employment with Surgical Notes
- Experience working in an Ancillary/Ambulatory Surgery Center (ASC)
- Extensive knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy and physiology
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Flexibility to assume new tasks or assignments as needed
- Strong attention to detail and speed while working within tight deadlines
- Exceptional ability to follow oral and written instructions
- A high degree of flexibility and professionalism
- Excellent organizational skills
- Outstanding communications skills; both verbal and written
- Must have a dedicated home office with reliable high-speed internet
Preferred Knowledge, Skills, Abilities & Education:
- Associate degree in healthcare related field
- Experience working in an Ancillary/Ambulatory Surgery Center (ASC)
- Strong Microsoft Office skills in Excel, Outlook, and Teams
Physical Demands:
- Sitting and typing for an extended period of time
- Reading from a computer screen for an extended period of time
- Speaking and listening on a telephone
- Working independently
- Frequent use of a computer and other office equipment
- Work environment of a traditional fast-paced and deadline-oriented office
Key Competencies:
- Job Knowledge/Technical Knowledge
- Quality Control
- Organization
- Technological aptitude
- Time & Attendance/ Dependability