Clinical Documentation Specialist/Educator (RN or CVT)- Cath Lab (FT)

About the Role

This position is responsible for accurate coding, charging, and reconciliation of charges for all procedures performed in the Cardiac Cath/EP labs. It involves verification of procedural reports by physicians, editing and preparation of Sensis procedure reports, and inventory control tasks such as ordering, stocking, and maintaining par levels for consignment and non-consignment items.

Responsibilities

• Works with cath lab transporter to stock central supply items daily.
• Collects procedure charge sheets throughout the day and verifies procedure and supply charges on Sensis against the charge sheet, then exports billing.
• Completes daily cath lab statistical report.
• Places orders daily to replace used inventory.
• Maintains inventory consignment par levels and suggests adjustments as needed.
• Maintains in-date products, exchanging prior to expiration.
• Counts consignment and non-consignment inventory and reconciles as mandated.
• Tracks product usage and maintains products with current activity.
• Tracks products with rebates, special tier pricing, and bulk purchases.
• Tracks savings and potential savings related to cath lab inventory.
• Works with sales representatives, including initiating cost negotiations for new items, exchanging expired items, and replacing faulty or failure-to-cross items.
• Assesses and maintains department supplies, ensuring equipment and supplies are available and in operating condition.
• Communicates changes with physicians and staff regarding inventory.
• Accurately codes, charges, and reconciles charges for all procedures performed in the Cardiac Cath and Electrophysiology labs.
• Verifies physicians' procedural reports are complete and edits/prepares Sensis procedure reports.
• Assists Director designee with staff education of products and procedures.
• Stays abreast of Medicare coding changes and implements them as needed.
• Maintains intimate knowledge of Sensis with constant updating of supplies, staff, and procedures.
• Participates in cases if the workload dictates and stays proficient in the clinical role.
• Consults directly with cardiologists regarding their needs while planning for future equipment/software requirements in an economical fashion.
• Troubleshoots Siemens Artis and Sensis equipment.
• Interacts constantly with cardiologists, Director, and staff to assist with any projects as they arise.

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited program of nursing or CVT required; BSN preferred.
• Current state Registered Nurse license or licensure from a state within the Nursing Compact required, or licensed as a CVT.
• ACDIS certification (CCDS) preferred.
• Minimum of 3 years of clinical experience in an acute or intensive care setting required.
• Knowledge of DRG system, ICD-10, Medicare Part A (for the hospital), Medicare Part B billing, and CPT coding (for the clinic) preferred.