Coding Coordinator (Pediatrics) - Professional Coding Division (PCD) - Patient Financial Services (PFS)

Education Required

• Bachelor’s degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience.  

Required Qualifications:

• Certification as an RHIT, RHIA, CPC, CCS, CCSP or equivalent through a nationally recognized credentialing body such as AHIMA or AAPC.
• One or more years of medical coding experience.
• Knowledge, understanding and experience with CMS regulations or industry standards.
• Knowledge of anatomy and physiology.
• Medical terminology knowledge.
• Proficiency with standard office computer software applications (i.e., Microsoft Office Suite).
• Excellent, professional verbal and written communication skills to provide outstanding customer service and support working with a professional and patient population.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in ambiguous and complex situations and to drive for conflict resolutions in positive, professional manner.
• Ability to prioritize and coordinate inquiries from patients, staff, and administration.
• Excellent analytical skills and a strong attention to detail with accuracy with the ability to achieve or exceed organizational and individual performance goals. 

Desired Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Health Information Management (HIM) or related field.
• Supervisory experience (typically 1 or more years supervising medical coding and/or billing).
• Knowledge of University policies, procedures, and regulations.
• Experience utilizing Epic.
• Knowledge of Coding policies and procedures at the University of Iowa Health Care.
   

Application Process: 

In order to be considered for an interview, applicants must upload the following documents and mark them as a “Relevant File” for the submission:

• Resume

• (optional) Cover Letter

Job openings are posted for a minimum of 7 calendar days and may be removed from posting and filled any time after the original posting period has ended. Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the date of closing. 

Successful candidates will be required to self-disclose any conviction history and will be subject to a criminal background check and credential/education verification.  Up to 5 professional references will be requested at a later step in the recruitment process.

For additional questions, please contact Veronica Clark at veronica-clark@uiowa.edu.

Applicant Resource Center:

Need help submitting an application or accepting an offer? Support is available! Our Applicant Resource Center is now open in the Fountain Lobby at the Main Hospital. 

Hours:

• Monday 10:00 am – 4:00 p.m.

• Tuesday 10:00 am – 4:00 p.m.

• Wednesday 10:00 am – 4:00 p.m.

• Thursday 10:00 am – 4:00 p.m.

• Friday 10:00 am – 4:00 p.m.

• Or by appointment - Contact TAHealthCareSupport@healthcare.uiowa.edu to schedule an appointment or just stop by.

Visit the website for more information: Application Resource Center | University of Iowa Health Care