Coding Quality Auditor and Specialist / Remote / Select States
Posted 2025-08-15
Remote, USA
Full Time
Immediate Start
Job Description
Job Title: Inpatient Coding Educator / Remote / Select States
Location: Remote (IL, WI, IN, IA, MI, OH, and FL)
Compensation: $75,000 to $100,000 (based on experience)
Employment Type: Full-Time, Salaried
Start Date: ASAP | Assessment Required at Initial Stage
A nationally ranked academic health system is seeking an experienced Inpatient Coding Educator to support quality improvement and documentation accuracy across multiple hospital sites. This fully remote role focuses on coding education, audit review, mortality analysis, and partnership with clinical documentation teams.
Key Responsibilities:
• Collaborate with CDI, coding teams, and clinical staff on audit findings and documentation improvements
• Conduct mortality and DRG reviews with a focus on quality outcomes
• Educate clinicians and coders on best practices for documentation and compliance
• Analyze coding and quality data; develop strategic action plans and educational materials
• Support initiatives tied to quality rankings (Vizient, CMS, Leapfrog, etc.)
• Prepare and deliver staff training and presentations on coding topics
• Engage in advanced project work related to PSI, HAC, and quality metrics
Must-Haves:
• 5+ years of inpatient coding experience at an academic medical center or Level I Trauma hospital
• Prior educator/auditor experience in a large hospital or health system
• Deep understanding of complex clinical cases (trauma, spinal fusion, sepsis, etc.)
• Experience with EPIC, 3M, and knowledge of Vizient tools
• Active AHIMA credential (RHIA, RHIT, or CCS)
• CDIP or CCDS certification required
• Strong skills in Excel, PowerPoint, and data interpretation
Preferred:
• Bachelor's degree (in progress considered); Master's degree preferred
• Experience in project management and quality analysis
• Familiarity with CMS star ratings, Leapfrog, and USNWR quality metrics
Schedule:
Monday to Friday, flexible business hours. Some travel may be requested.
Hiring Process:
• Assessment
• Two interviews
• Quality coding review and 5-minute educational presentation
• Background check and drug screening
Note: Applicants must reside in IL, WI, IA, IN, or FL. Apply tot his job
Job Title: Inpatient Coding Educator / Remote / Select States
Location: Remote (IL, WI, IN, IA, MI, OH, and FL)
Compensation: $75,000 to $100,000 (based on experience)
Employment Type: Full-Time, Salaried
Start Date: ASAP | Assessment Required at Initial Stage
A nationally ranked academic health system is seeking an experienced Inpatient Coding Educator to support quality improvement and documentation accuracy across multiple hospital sites. This fully remote role focuses on coding education, audit review, mortality analysis, and partnership with clinical documentation teams.
Key Responsibilities:
• Collaborate with CDI, coding teams, and clinical staff on audit findings and documentation improvements
• Conduct mortality and DRG reviews with a focus on quality outcomes
• Educate clinicians and coders on best practices for documentation and compliance
• Analyze coding and quality data; develop strategic action plans and educational materials
• Support initiatives tied to quality rankings (Vizient, CMS, Leapfrog, etc.)
• Prepare and deliver staff training and presentations on coding topics
• Engage in advanced project work related to PSI, HAC, and quality metrics
Must-Haves:
• 5+ years of inpatient coding experience at an academic medical center or Level I Trauma hospital
• Prior educator/auditor experience in a large hospital or health system
• Deep understanding of complex clinical cases (trauma, spinal fusion, sepsis, etc.)
• Experience with EPIC, 3M, and knowledge of Vizient tools
• Active AHIMA credential (RHIA, RHIT, or CCS)
• CDIP or CCDS certification required
• Strong skills in Excel, PowerPoint, and data interpretation
Preferred:
• Bachelor's degree (in progress considered); Master's degree preferred
• Experience in project management and quality analysis
• Familiarity with CMS star ratings, Leapfrog, and USNWR quality metrics
Schedule:
Monday to Friday, flexible business hours. Some travel may be requested.
Hiring Process:
• Assessment
• Two interviews
• Quality coding review and 5-minute educational presentation
• Background check and drug screening
Note: Applicants must reside in IL, WI, IA, IN, or FL. Apply tot his job