Director, Coding

Ensemble Health Partners • Minnetonka, MN

10d • Hybrid

About The Position

We are seeking an experienced Director of Coding to lead and oversee coding operations supporting pediatric and pediatric surgical specialties . This role provides strategic and operational leadership to ensure coding accuracy, compliance, and performance across a complex pediatric care environment. The Director will partner closely with clinical, revenue cycle, and operational leaders while maintaining a strong on‑site presence to support collaboration and execution.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience required
• Extensive experience in pediatric coding , including pediatric surgical specialties (required)
• Progressive leadership experience in coding operations, including people management
• Strong knowledge of ICD‑10‑CM/PCS, CPT, HCPCS, and pediatric‑specific coding guidelines
• Proven experience driving coding quality, compliance, and operational performance
• Ability to partner effectively with executive, clinical, and operational leaders

Nice To Haves

• Professional coding certification(s) (e.g., CCS, CPC, RHIA, RHIT)
• Experience leading coding operations within a large, complex pediatric healthcare environment
• Background supporting hybrid or on‑site operational models

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic and operational leadership for coding functions supporting pediatric and pediatric surgical services
• Ensure compliance with all applicable coding guidelines, regulatory requirements, and payer rules
• Oversee coding quality, productivity, and audit outcomes; implement corrective action plans as needed
• Lead, mentor, and develop coding leadership and staff, fostering a culture of accountability and continuous improvement
• Partner with clinical, revenue cycle, compliance, and operational stakeholders to support accurate charge capture and optimized reimbursement
• Establish and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) related to coding accuracy, timeliness, and denial prevention
• Support system initiatives, workflow optimization, and technology enhancements related to coding operations
• Maintain an on‑site presence (up to 50% ) to support operational effectiveness, stakeholder engagement, and team leadership

Benefits

• Associate Benefits – We offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support the physical, emotional, and financial health of you and your family, including healthcare, time off, retirement, and well-being programs.
• Our Culture – Ensemble is a place where associates can do their best work and be their best selves. We put people first, last and always. Our culture is rooted in collaboration, growth, and innovation.
• Growth – We invest in your professional development. Each associate will earn a professional certification relevant to their field and can obtain tuition reimbursement.
• Recognition – We offer quarterly and annual incentive programs for all employees who go beyond and keep raising the bar for themselves and the company.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees