Required Education Level:

• High school diploma or equivalent

Required Experience:

• Minimum of 5 years working in a revenue cycle role where medical coding was a significant portion of your job.
• Minimum of 2 years working in a revenue cycle role where medical billing was a significant portion of your job.

Required Licensure and/or Certification(s):

• Active medical coding certification from an accredited organization required. (Note: Healthcare provider education is a key job function, as such, certification must include professional coding component).

Required Skills:

• Advanced working knowledge of ICD-10, CPT, and HCPC guidelines and the ability to apply knowledge when performing job functions.
• Advanced knowledge of CMS regulations and resources available; and the ability to routinely apply this knowledge in the performance of job functions.
• Working knowledge of commercial payer, government payer, workers compensation, and liability insurance guidelines and resources; and the ability to routinely apply this knowledge in the performance of job functions.
• Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft Word, and Microsoft Excel.
• Advanced proficiency in navigating electronic computer systems and payer websites.
• Ability to communicate and work effectively with the public, community partners, and co-workers.
• Ability to manage job tasks, time, and resources appropriately.

Preferred Education, Licensure, and/or Experience:

• Experience working on revenue cycle improvement initiatives.
• Experience working in multiple areas within revenue cycle and/or other revenue generating departments.

Physical Requirements:

• Constantly operates a computer and other office equipment (phone, scanner, printer, copier, fax, etc.).
• Frequent work with digital and non-digital data requiring the ability to compare, detect, and assess accuracy of information in paper format and on the computer screen.
• Must be able to remain in a stationary position for extended periods of time (estimate at least 80%).
• Must be able to move throughout office, department location, main hospital campus, and off-site locations as needed to accomplish position objectives, and attend meetings and/or training.
• Must have adequate hearing to respond appropriately to phone, equipment, alarms, overhead codes, etc..

Environment & Working Conditions:

• Primarily indoors. Occasional travel/movement to and from off-site and on-campus locations, with potential exposure to adverse or extreme weather conditions. Must wear appropriate gear, clothing, and/or shoes.
• Occasional interaction with the public, including patients of all ages and diverse backgrounds, other visitors, EMS personnel, law enforcement officers, other community partners, and vendors.
• Minimal exposure to biohazardous materials. Must wear PPE in accordance with hospital policy for situation and area of hospital.
• Minimal risk of injury from moving parts or exposure to fumes and chemicals from copy machine toner, equipment, office supplies, & cleaning supplies.
• Frequent exposure to environmental noise created by people, doors, and equipment.

Remote Work Environment:

• Hybrid (combination of remote & in-person) work is available for this position upon approval.
• While working remotely, employees must comply with organizational policies, including ensuring a safe and private workspace that complies with all applicable state & federal regulatory guidelines.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

St. Joseph Regional Medical Center is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination in employment because of color, race, gender, age, religion, national origin, disability, genetic information, gender identity, sexual orientation, veteran’s status and any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.