CDS Supervisor

About the Organization

Saint Clare’s Health, a member of Prime Healthcare, is an award-winning provider of safe, high-quality, compassionate care serving Morris, Warren, and Sussex counties. Our network includes CMS 5-Star Rated hospitals and facilities such as Denville Hospital, Dover Hospital, Behavioral Health Centers in Boonton, Denville, and Parsippany, and an Imaging Center in Parsippany. The hospitals have received multiple quality awards, including Leapfrog “A” ratings for patient safety and Healthgrades recognition for orthopedic surgery, stroke treatment, heart care, and various surgical procedures.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the implementation and improvement of the clinical documentation improvement (CDI) program at the facility.
• Supervise clinical documentation specialists (CDS) to ensure designated tasks are performed synergistically with other departments and personnel.
• Collaborate closely with the Director of CDI/Data Quality, CDS Manager, Supervisor of Health Information Department, and Director/Supervisor of Case Management to support departmental functions related to clinical documentation.
• Work with medical staff to formulate strategies that enhance the quality of clinical documentation.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in medicine/surgery or licensure as a physician assistant or registered nurse.
• Minimum of two years’ experience as a Clinical Documentation Specialist.
• Extensive knowledge of nursing care, clinical measurement tools, and clinical outcomes.
• Ability to establish cooperative working relationships with diverse groups, medical staff, and other healthcare disciplines.
• Experience in program and database development.
• Certification as a Certified Coding Specialist (CCS) or commitment to acquire CCS certification within 6 months of hire.

Skills

• Ability to work with minimal supervision and function in a stressful environment.
• Strong team-building and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of sensitive patient and employee information.
• Strong critical thinking skills.
• Computer literacy and familiarity with basic office equipment.
• Working knowledge of the Medicare reimbursement system and coding structures.

Preferred Qualifications

• Working knowledge of inpatient admission criteria.
• Ability to work independently in a time-oriented environment.

Benefits

Saint Clare’s Health offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Paid time off.
• 401K retirement plan.
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Additional voluntary benefit options.

Pay

A reasonable compensation estimate for this role is $XX.00 to $XX.00. The exact starting compensation will be determined based on factors such as skillset, years of applicable experience, education, credentials, and licensure.

Schedule

Full-time, day shift.