SUPERVISOR-CODING-INPATIENT

Aspirus•Wausau, WI

59d•Remote

About The Position

Under the collaboration with the Coding Manager/Director, the Supervisor of Coding plans, directs, and coordinates the activities of the functional Coding area they are overseeing. This position is responsible for supervising and providing oversight of the day-to-day operations of the inpatient coding and inpatient coding staff. This includes oversight of the day-to-day workflow processes, staff scheduling, productivity monitoring, staff coaching and training, exercising judgement in hiring and corrective/disciplinary action, and including supervisory of direct reports for the functional area within the coding department. This position serves as a collaborative resource to other departments, providers, system leadership and revenue cycle staff as it pertains to collaboration around projects and other system initiatives. Works very collaboratively with inpatient CDI team, providers and inpatient coding and processes. HOURS: Full Time 1.0 FTE, 80 Hours Biweekly

Requirements

Knowledge of general health care business concepts normally acquired through completion of a Bachelor's Degree in Business, Finance or other health related field desired.
2 years associate degree required.
Expert knowledge of ICD-10 and PCS Coding.
Knowledge of medical terminology
Five years of experience in technical or professional coding applicable to the coding management role.
Knowledge of revenue cycle practices normally acquired through previous experience including understanding of multiple reimbursement systems.
Experience with electronic coding system, knowledge of EPIC preferred.
Certified Professional Coder (CPC), Certified Coding Specialist (CCS), RHIA or RHIT certification required.
Advanced skills in Microsoft applications.
Possesses a high level of resourcefulness, innovation, and interpersonal and critical thinking skills.
Possesses project management, problem solving, and strong analytical skills necessary to develop and implement appropriate changes.
Travel to local and regional sites with some overnight travel may be required.

Nice To Haves

Supervisory experience is preferred.
Experience with electronic coding system, knowledge of EPIC preferred.
Knowledge of general health care business concepts normally acquired through completion of a Bachelor's Degree in Business, Finance or other health related field desired.

Responsibilities

Plans, directs, and coordinates the activities of the functional Coding area
Supervising and providing oversight of the day-to-day operations of the inpatient coding and inpatient coding staff
Oversight of the day-to-day workflow processes, staff scheduling, productivity monitoring, staff coaching and training
Exercising judgement in hiring and corrective/disciplinary action
Supervisory of direct reports for the functional area within the coding department
Serves as a collaborative resource to other departments, providers, system leadership and revenue cycle staff as it pertains to collaboration around projects and other system initiatives
Works very collaboratively with inpatient CDI team, providers and inpatient coding and processes