IT Healthcare Consultant

Job Description This contract opportunity is for an experienced healthcare business analyst and coding specialist supporting medical code maintenance, analysis, and process improvement efforts in a Medicaid Management Information System environment. The role focuses on reviewing annual and quarterly ICD-10, CPT, and HCPCS coding updates, evaluating the scope of code changes, preparing code change listings for stakeholder review, conducting meetings with policy and process stakeholders, researching business rules and functional requirements, developing recommendations, maintaining requirements and business process documentation, and serving as a subject matter expert in medical coding methodologies and related healthcare policy topics. Additional responsibilities may include participation in system enhancement and future replacement initiatives, collaboration on training and process documentation updates, and support for related operational research activities. This position operates in a hybrid environment with remote work and onsite presence in Columbia, SC as needed, and is well suited for a professional with strong analytical, communication, collaboration, and documentation skills. Contract Details Type: ContractDuration: 12 monthsWork Type: HybridLocation: Columbia, SCEstimated Hourly Compensation: $61.81 - $69.81/hourResidency Requirement: Candidate must be located within a commutable distance to Columbia, SC Required Skills Healthcare experience (3+ years)Anatomy, physiology, pharmacology, and medical terminology knowledge (3+ years)Formal business process documentation knowledge (3+ years)ICD/CPT/HCPCS translation and coding methodologiesBachelor's degree in healthcare-related fieldCPC (Certified Professional Coder) or CCS (Certified Coding Specialist) credential Preferred Skills Healthcare hospital, office, and clinic setting experience (3+ years)Microsoft Office and medical coding software knowledge *Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States without employer sponsorship now or in the future. Resumes must clearly demonstrate the required experience. Employment is contingent upon successfully completing all required pre-employment screenings and background checks. This opportunity is open to direct hires only; Corp-to-Corp (C2C) and agency submittals will not be considered.