Documentation Excellence Supervisor- Remote

Ochsner Health • Ligonier, PA

4d • Remote

About The Position

This job leads and supervises the documentation excellence program for designated service lines comprised of multiple functional areas including hospital and professional coding, hospital and professional CDI, and documentation quality to meet system goals. This job is responsible for overseeing initiatives to improve processes, maximize efficiency, serve internal and external customers and maintain high employee engagement. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties. This job description is a summary of the primary duties and responsibilities of the job and position. It is not intended to be a comprehensive or all-inclusive listing of duties and responsibilities. Contents are subject to change at the company's discretion.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Three years of experience in healthcare management or related field
• Must have computer skills and dexterity required for data entry and retrieval of required job information.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills and the ability to present information clearly and professionally to varying levels of individuals throughout required job processes.
• Must be proficient with Windows-style applications, keyboard, and various software packages specific to role.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Must be able to work independently, set priorities and maintain complete confidentiality.

Nice To Haves

• Additional degrees, business training experience and/or certifications may be combined to meet minimum qualifications
• One to two years of experience in revenue cycle processes
• Current RN License in the state of practice
• Current Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT)
• Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA)
• current CCS or CPC certification

Responsibilities

• Supervises the daily operations of the department.
• Supervises and leads team by monitoring individual performance, coaching employees, establishing and enforcing policies and procedures, resolving employee issues and developing team members.
• Implements and monitors quality control measures.
• Monitors and documents performance metrics.
• Works collaboratively with physicians, administration, nurses and support staff to improve documentation.
• Other related duties as required.
• Remains knowledgeable on current federal, state and local laws, accreditation standards or regulatory agency requirements that apply to the assigned area of responsibility and ensures compliance with all such laws, regulations and standards.

Benefits

• Ochsner Health does not consider an individual an applicant until they have formally applied to the open position on this careers website.
• Individuals who reside in and will work from the following areas are not eligible for remote work position: Colorado, California, Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland, Massachusetts, Minnesota, New Jersey, New York, Vermont, Washington, and Washington D.C.
• Ochsner Health endeavors to make our site accessible to all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website, or if you need an accommodation to complete the application process, please contact our HR Employee Solution Center at 504-842-4748 (select option 1) or [email protected].
• This contact information is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications.
• Ochsner is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any legally protected class, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.
• Ochsner Health is the leading not-for-profit healthcare provider in the Gulf South, delivering expert care at its 46 hospitals and more than 370 health and urgent care centers.
• For 12 consecutive years, U.S. News & World Report has recognized Ochsner as the No. 1 hospital in Louisiana.
• Additionally, Ochsner Children’s has been recognized as the No. 1 hospital for kids in Louisiana for three consecutive years.
• Ochsner inspires healthier lives and stronger communities through a combination of standard-setting expertise, quality and connection not found anywhere else in the region.
• In 2023, Ochsner Health cared for more than 1.5 million people from every state in the nation and 65 countries.
• Ochsner’s workforce includes more than 38,000 dedicated team members and over 4,700 employed and affiliated physicians.
• To learn more about how Ochsner empowers people to get well and stay well, visit https://www.ochsner.org/.
• Ochsner Health is proud to be an Employer of Choice.
• Ranked one of Newsweek's list of America's Greatest Workplaces for Diversity of 2024
• Becker's Healthcare listed Ochsner Health as 150 Top Places to Work in Healthcare
• Awarded Culture Awards for Purpose and Values and Healthcare Industry by Top Workplace
• Ranked as a 2023 Top Workplace in the USA!
• The Top Workplaces USA award is based entirely on feedback from an employee engagement survey completed by the employees of participating workplaces.
• Awarded Top Work Places 2023 for six consecutive years by The Times-Picayune
• Earned 2022-2023 Great Place to Work Certification™
• Ochsner Health named to Newsweek's America's Greatest Workplaces for Parents and Families 2023
• Opportunities listed here represent open positions at Ochsner Health and Ochsner Health managed entities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: High school or GED