Coder Educator Phys Pract

About the role

This position assists with the development of education/training materials, conducts and coordinates training and development of Health Information Management staff and other Banner staff as appropriate, including physicians/providers, and provides technical staff training in the usage of information systems components of the medical records database system.

Responsibilities

• Assesses and identifies skills, competencies and areas of learning and instruction needed for new hires, staff and department management.
• Assists with the development of education and training within specified area, which may include preparation of related educational materials.
• Plans and coordinates the orientation programs for new hires to provide an introduction to the department and facility, to define employment expectations and standards, to provide prerequisite knowledge required, and to train in the basic job skills.
• Develops and maintains an education calendar and individual continuing education and orientation record for each member of the assigned work group.
• Develops and conducts programs with educational materials, procedures and exercises that are task/function specific using a variety of learning and evaluation strategies for all staff.
• Provides for onsite support of trainees, and acts as a knowledge resource for all staff.
• Problem-solves and troubleshoots issues involving HIMS electronic applications.
• Works in regional/system-wide teams to develop Health Information Management Systems and Services educational materials and activities, and promotes standardized practices throughout the region and/or company.
• Maintains a current knowledge relating to Health Information Management Systems by attending educational workshops/conferences, reviewing professional publications, establishing personal networks, and/or participating in professional societies.
• Works independently under general supervision and utilizes analytical and creative thinking skills, and influencing abilities.
• Training responsibilities include, but are not limited to, all HIMS staff and staff assigned to related work teams, as well as physicians/providers.
• Customers include Health Information Management, Financial Services and Clinical Documentation leadership and staff, as well as other members of the integrated healthcare team.

Requirements

Must possess a current knowledge of business and/or healthcare as normally obtained through the completion of a bachelor’s degree in business administration, healthcare administration or related field, plus advanced training in Health Information Management requirements and systems and in adult learning principles.

In the acute care coding environment, requires a Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA), Registered Health Information Technologist (RHIT) or Certified Coding Specialist (CCS) in an active status with the American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA) or American Academy of Professional Coders (AAPC).

In the ambulatory coding environment, requires Certified Professional Coder (CPC) certification or Certified Coding Specialist-Physician (CCS-P), with RHIA, RHIT or CCS certification preferred.

Requires the knowledge typically acquired over three or more years of work experience in healthcare information management.

Must be well versed in regulatory requirements for medical record documentation, as well as Medical Staff Rules and Regulations where applicable.

Must have demonstrated education and training skills.

Medical terminology and an understanding of the laws and regulations associated with medical records functions are required.

Must be able to function as part of a team, using effective interpersonal and instructional skills.

Must possess excellent written, verbal, and customer service skills, and have the ability to conduct educational needs analysis and to teach effectively to a wide range of comprehension levels.

Must be proficient in the use of common office and presentation software and have an advanced knowledge and experience with computer healthcare applications and hardware.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, healthcare administration or related field.
• Advanced training in Health Information Management requirements and systems and in adult learning principles.
• Three or more years of work experience in healthcare information management.
• Knowledge of regulatory requirements for medical record documentation.
• Education and training skills.
• Medical terminology and understanding of laws and regulations associated with medical records functions.
• Effective interpersonal and instructional skills.
• Proficiency in common office and presentation software.
• Advanced knowledge and experience with computer healthcare applications and hardware.

Skills

Excellent written, verbal, and customer service skills.

Ability to conduct educational needs analysis and teach effectively to a wide range of comprehension levels.

Proficiency in common office and presentation software.

Advanced knowledge and experience with computer healthcare applications and hardware.

Benefits

Banner Health provides your equipment when hired.

This is a fully remote position and available if you live in the following states only: AK, AR, AZ, CA, CO, FL, GA, IA, ID, IN, KS, KY, MI, MN, MO, MS, NC, ND, NE, NM, NV, NY, OH, OK, OR, PA, SC, TN, TX, UT, VA, WA, WI & WY.

The hours are flexible as we have remote Coders across the Nation. Generally any 8 hour period between 6am – 7pm can work, with production being the greatest emphasis.

Your pay and benefits (Total Rewards) are important components of your Journey at Banner Health. Banner Health offers a variety of benefit plans to help you and your family. We provide health and financial security options so you can focus on being the best at what you do and enjoying your life!

Pay

Estimated Pay Range: $30.56 - $50.93 / hour

Banner Health is committed to pay equity and transparency. The posted compensation range is a reasonable estimate that extends from the lowest to the highest pay Banner Health in good faith believes it might pay for this particular job, based on the circumstances at the time of posting. This range is based on possible base salaries and does not include the value of our total rewards package. Actual pay determined at offer will be based on years of relevant work experience, education, certifications, skills, and geographic location, along with a review of current employees in similar roles to ensure pay equity is achieved and maintained.