Coding Representative (Remote Eligible)

Required Education:

Completion of a degree program in Health Information Management from AHIMA or medical coding certification program from AAPC and/or an equivalent combination of education and experience is required.

Required Certification:

Requires Health Information Management certification such as RHIA or RHIT or coding certification (CCS, CCA or CPC, etc.) through a nationally recognized credentialing body (AHIMA or AAPC).  Must receive full certification within six months of hire.

Required Qualifications:

• Knowledge of hospital outpatient ICD-10-CM and CPT medical coding
• Knowledge of medical terminology
• Knowledge of anatomy and physiology
• Must be proficient in computer software applications (i.e., Microsoft Office)
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong attention to detail with accuracy to achieve or exceed organizational and individual performance goals
• Professional experience working effectively with individuals from a variety of backgrounds and perspectives

Desired Qualifications:

• 1-3 years of experience with hospital outpatient ICD-10-CM and CPT medical coding
• Knowledge, understanding and experience with CMS regulations and industry standards
• Knowledge and experience utilizing Epic
• Knowledge and experience utilizing 3M (or equivalent) MS DRG/APR DRG encoder/analyzer software

Position and Application Details:

In order to be considered for an interview, applicants must upload a resume and cover letter and mark them as a “Relevant File” to the submission. Job openings are posted for a minimum of 14 calendar days. This job may be removed from posting and filled any time after the minimum posting period has ended.

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

For questions or additional information, please contact Marian Biggins at 319-678-7711 or marian-biggins@uiowa.edu

Applicant Resource Center – Need help submitting an application or accepting an offer? Support is available.  The Applicant Resource Center is now open in the Fountain Lobby at the Main Hospital. Hours: Tuesdays & Thursdays 2:00pm – 4:00pm, Or by appointment. Contact TAHealthCareSupport@healthcare.uiowa.edu to schedule a time to visit.