Coding Coordinator (Surgery) - Professional Coding Division (PCD) - Patient Financial Services (PFS)
Education Required:
Bachelor’s degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Experience Requirements:
Coding certification (e.g., RHIT, RHIA, CPC, CCS) through a nationally recognized credentialing body such as AHIMA or AAPC.
Two or more years of medical coding experience.
Specifically, experience coding for surgical/procedural areas.
Knowledge, understanding, and experience with Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) regulations or industry standards.
Proficiency with standard office computer software (i.e., Microsoft) applications.
Excellent written and interpersonal communication, customer service, and conflict resolution skills.
Ability to prioritize and coordinate inquiries from patients, staff, and administration.
Excellent analytical skills and a strong attention to detail with the ability to achieve or exceed organizational and individual performance goals.
Desirable Qualifications:
Supervisory experience (typically 1 or more years supervising medical coding and/or billing).
Knowledge of University Human Resources policies and procedures, as well as UI Health Care coding policies and procedures.
Experience with Epic Systems.
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.
Successful candidates will require a work arrangement form to be completed upon the start of your employment. Per policy, work arrangements will be reviewed annually, and must comply with the remote work program and related policies and employee travel policy when working at a remote location.
For additional questions, please contact Veronica Clark at veronica-clark@uiowa.edu
Applicant Resource Center:
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
Equal opportunity employer
The University of Iowa is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment free from discrimination on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, pregnancy (including childbirth and related conditions), disability, genetic information, status as a U.S. veteran, service in the U.S. military, sexual orientation, or associational preferences.
Persons with disabilities who need assistance or accommodations with the application or interview process may contact University Human Resources/Faculty and Staff Disability Services, (319) 335-2660 or fsds@uiowa.edu. For jobs in UI Health care, please contact UI Health care Leave & Disability Administration at 319-356-7543.
