Health Care | Life Sciences, Senior Associate - Registered Nurse / Certified Coder

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates proficiency in medical coding, billing, clinical documentation, and regulatory standards
• Works with Project Managers to analyze and understand client concerns and develop project work plans as requested
• Understands health care compliance concepts, issues, and how to research and access regulatory guidelines and reference materials
• Conducts independent review of medical records – EMR (electronic medical records) or paper documentation
• Drafts clear and concise analyses of medical record review and coding findings
• Ensures successful completion of high-quality project deliverables as assigned and within the desired timeframe
• Works collaboratively with Ankura team members focusing on building and maintaining internal and external client and counsel relationships
• Promotes proven writing and presentation skills and has a keen sense of attention to detail
• Communicates findings of concern with the team and Project Manager as they are identified
• Utilizes creative and critical thinking problem-solving techniques

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse with active license, unrestricted license
• Bachelor of Science in Nursing from an accredited college/university
• Substantial clinical experience with demonstrated ability to interpret clinical documentation and medical necessity
• Certified Professional Coder (CPC) with coding experience across inpatient, outpatient, and professional services
• Familiar with the revenue cycle process and facility and professional claims
• Demonstrates excellent communication skills, both written and oral
• Experience managing small projects and teams
• Familiar with accessing and identifying clinical documentation in electronic medical record systems
• Proficient in Excel, Word, and PowerPoint and able to draft reports and presentations and present findings
• Understands the importance of privileged and confidential communication
• Willingness to travel when needed