PRN (As Needed) Medical Records Coder II Remote

The Coder position is responsible for accurate ICD-10, CPT, HCPCS and ICD-10 PCS codes for inpatient and outpatient services. Resolves billing work queue edits, reviews claim denials and makes appropriate corrections. Maintains organization standards for daily chart review volume and high coding accuracy. CCS credentials required, minimum three years of hospital coding, preferred both Inpatient and Outpatient experience assigning ICD-10, ICD-10 PCS and CPT/HCPCS.

This is a remote position! Employees working from residences in Colorado preferred.

As needed (PRN), day shift position!

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education:

• AHIMA certification as a Certified Coding Specialist, or AHIMA certification as a Registered Health Information Technician plus CCS required.

Skills:

• Requires adjusted minimum typing speed of 35 wpm
• Must be able to communicate in English language through verbal, written, and reading skills and able to hear and see.
• Will be required to reach 7 to 8 feet (may use step stool) and bend low (4-6 inches from the floor) to retrieve charts.
• Must be able to sit for prolonged periods of time.
• Occasionally must be able to lift up to 75 pounds with assistance.
• Must be adept at communicating with individuals age pediatric through geriatric.

Experience:

• At least three years of inpatient and/or outpatient hospital ICD-9 and/or CPT/HCPCS coding experience

SALARY RANGE

• $26.86 to $39.50/hour
• Entry salary dependent upon education, skill set, and experience.

BENEFITS

• Medical, Dental and Vision coverage including coverage for eligible dependents
• Employer paid basic life coverage with buy-up coverage options
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) for health care and dependent care.
• Time away from work: paid time off (PTO), paid family and medical leave (inclusive of Colorado FAMLI), Paid Sick/Bereavement Leave under Colorado Healthy Families and Workplaces Act (HFWA), leaves of absence.
• Tuition Assistance Available
• Retirement Plan 401(a)
• Retirement Plan 403(b) plans with employer matching contributions.
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee discount on Valley View Medical Services
• Employee voluntary benefits such as Discounted RFTA bus passes, discounted gym memberships, Corporate Ski passes, free car seat for new Valley View babies born or adopted by Valley View employee(s)
• Free Use of Sunlight and Aspen SkiCo day passes, based on availability.

APPLICATION SUBMISSION END DATE

This position will be open for a minimum of three days and until a top applicant is identified.

About Us

Located between Aspen and Vail, along the Colorado River, Glenwood Springs is a mecca for outdoor adventures in our beautiful mountains. When you are looking to relax, we also have the largest hot springs pool in the world. As a community with a population of about 10,000, Glenwood Springs is an ideal size.

Valley View Hospital offers exceptional benefits, including a robust health and dental plan; vision and life insurance; defined contribution pension plan; 403(b); and generous accrual of vacation/sick days. Relocation and other financial assistance may apply, along with many more employee perks.

At Valley View, our mission is to provide convenient, connected care to the communities of Western Colorado with scope, technology, and expertise that are rarely found in regional hospitals.