Introduction:

Iron Mountain (NYSE:IRM) is the industry leader in information protection and storage services. Since going public in 1996, Iron Mountain has grown from $139M in revenues to a Fortune 1000 company with over $3B in revenues. Forbes magazine has recognized Iron Mountain as one of the "Top 400 Best Big Companies" and FORTUNE Magazine has consistently ranked the Company as one of “America's Most Admired Companies” for diversified outsourcing. In early 2009, Iron Mountain was added to the prestigious S&P 500 Index.

The Company offers comprehensive records management, data protection, and information destruction solutions along with the expertise and experience to address complex information challenges such as rising storage costs, litigation, regulatory compliance and disaster recovery.

Founded in 1951, Iron Mountain is a trusted partner to more than 120,000 corporate clients throughout North America, Europe, Latin America and the Pacific Rim.

For more information, visit www.ironmountain.com. We are currently recruiting for an HIM Operations Manager who will be based at one of our client's sites and who will be experienced in health information management.

Job Description:

This position is responsible for managing and controlling all daily operations in a health field setting in the most cost effective and customer satisfying manner by leading and coaching a high performance team and complying with Federal, State, and Iron Mountain regulations.

Responsibilities include:

• Managing and evaluating facility productivity operations

• Interfacing and coordinating with transportation, customer service, account management and sales

• Managing, monitoring and evaluating workflow and reporting within operations

• Conducting facility tours for existing and potential clients

• Establish a positive, professional relationship with the client

• Implementing and overseeing cost control measures to strengthen Gross Profit and Contribution

• Interview and hire staff with background and experience consistent with job requirements

• Train staff (or ensure that staff is trained) in privacy, confidentiality use and disclosure of patient information in accordance with Iron Mountain policy, HIPAA and state regulations

• Overseeing monthly budget, including the measurement of budget success to actual performance, and annual draft budgets for respective facility

• Managing department performance through motivation, mentoring and coaching

• Accurately processing financial data and employee information

• Establish and consistently meet/exceed department service goals & objectives

• Responsible for the counseling process by monitoring employee attendance, productivity and other performance markers and by generating counseling forms and counseling employees, as needed

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in Health Information Management or related field is preferred.

• RHIA or RHIT certification.

• Previous management experience of at least 5 years required.

• Must be knowledgeable of all state and federal regulations regarding use and disclosure of patient information.

• Relevant work experience in a service related industry.

• Must be able to handle multiple tasks at one time and understand the role of prioritizing tasks to drive task and project completion.

• Must understand how to motivate and provide supportive leadership for those supervised. This would include practicing a “coaching” style of management that utilizes collaborative and team directed approaches to managing employees.

• Must be able to pass a pre-employment drug test and background investigation.

• At this time we are considering only local candidates who are able to work without employer sponsorship.

Preferred Qualifications:

The ideal applicant will have current experience in a health information management capacity with 4-5 years of management experience.

Education Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in Health Information Management or related field is preferred

• RHIA or RHIT certification

Instructions for Resume Submission:

Fax resumes to 732-865-7775 or email resumes to employmenteasternarea@ironmountain.com.

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Job Description:

As one of the largest, privately owned, not-for-profit academic affiliated health care systems in the United States, Christiana Care Health System is a Magnet® health care organization, and the region’s premier health care provider. With over 1,100 beds between its two hospitals (Christiana Hospital and Wilmington Hospital) and the only Level I trauma service on the East Coast corridor between Philadelphia and Baltimore, it has been honored repeatedly as “One of America’s Best Hospitals” by U.S. News & World Report. This independent academic medical center combines the best of both community and academic hospital systems.

Christiana Care Health System is always seeking like-minded professionals to join us in our commitment to providing the best patient care in the region. We are currently seeking a Coding Manager to join our Health Information Management department. This role will be responsible for the overall management and direction of coding and abstracting activities in HIMS.

Duties will include:

• Responding to Coding/Abstracting data and report requests made by Administration, physicians, and others

• Utilizing database queries and reports to perform various auditing functions

• Working with the Medical-Dental Staff and other departments for resolution and education of coding, documentation, and reimbursement issues

• Providing ongoing training and in-service programs for coding staff to support corporate compliance

• Preparing and updating policies and procedures for Coding/Abstracting section, including internal coding guidelines

• Overseeing that months are closed out for abstracting purposes within 90 days of end of month

• Preparing monthly management reports on section productivity and quality

• Providing coding support, vendors and review agency contract negotiations and usage

• Completing performance reviews, recommending and/or initiating employee selection, promotion, disciplinary and/or discharge actions

• Coordinating coding staff meetings, keeping staff informed of HIMS and CCHS changes, developments and events

• Assisting with system analysis, implementation, testing, database management, maintenance, accuracy, regulatory compliance, troubleshooting, and security of coding/abstracting systems, interfaces, databases, and reporting tools for systems using coding/abstracting data (e.g. WinCDS, HIS, Business Objects, etc.)

• Working with Vendor and IS Analysts to develop products to improve performance, efficiency, and data integrity

• Assisting in the preparation and monitoring of the capital and operating budgets

• Assisting in the development of departmental goals and objectives

• Demonstrating the highest level of confidentiality and conducts self according to AHIMA Code of Ethics

• Performing assigned work safely, adhering to established departmental safety rules and practices; Reporting to supervisor, in a timely manner, any unsafe activities, conditions, hazards, or safety violations that may cause injury to oneself, other employees, patients and visitors; Promoting safe work habits, rules, and practices among staff

Required Qualifications:

To be considered, candidates must have a Bachelor’s or Associate Degree in HIM or related field, and two years of supervisory experience. Four years of Coding/DRG experience is required, preferably in an acute care, teaching hospital. AHIMA Certification as an RHIA/RHIT, and AHIMA Certification as a CCS needed.

We offer outstanding career opportunities in an environment focused on excellence. Please apply for this position online at  http://careers.christianacare.org. EOE

Instructions for Resume Submission:

Apply Here: http://www.Click2Apply.net/khchf7h

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Introduction:

Johns Hopkins Bayview Medical Center is now hiring a Certified Tumor Registrar.

Job Description:

At Johns Hopkins Bayview Medical Center, we are opening our doors to people from every background, welcoming their skills and ideas to maintain one of the strongest reputations in health care. We are currently looking for a Certified Tumor Registrar.

Responsibilities include:

• Collecting, managing, analyzing and distributing data on all cancer patients that meet the eligibility guidelines set forth by the American College of Surgeons (ACOS) Commission on Cancer (COC)under limited supervision

• Organizing and supporting all cancer related committees and conferences

• Assisting with maintenance of ACOS COC Academic Comprehensive Cancer Program accreditation

Required Qualifications:

Requirements include:

• Certification as a Certified Tumor Registrar

• One year of related coding experience

• Familiarity with abstracting software and Microsoft Office products

• Additional certification as a Certified Coding Specialist (CCS) preferred

• Analytical skills to resolve problems that require the use of basic scientific, mathematical or technical principles

• Ability to exchange information on factual matters, schedule appointments, greet visitors, explain medical center policies and/or relay messages to appropriate personnel

• Courtesy and tact when dealing with patients, visitors and/or medical center employees

• One to two years of experience preferred

Compensation/Benefits:

We offer our staff one of the best pay and benefits packages in the field, including tuition reimbursement for you and your dependents. Our beautiful campus is conveniently located off I-95 and I-895 in Baltimore, MD.

Instructions for Resume Submission:

Open your doors and apply today at www.bayviewjobs.org and refer to Req. 12156. EOE/AA, M/F/D/V - Johns Hopkins Bayview Medical Center is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer committed to recruiting, supporting, and fostering a diverse community of outstanding faculty, staff, and students. All applicants who share this goal are encouraged to apply.

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Introduction:

Upper Chesapeake Health is a fast-growing, integrated health care system offering unparalleled care on two medical campuses. We are also a new affiliate of University of Maryland Medical System, a partnership that will bring expanded clinical service lines, facilities and specialists to our region.

Job Description:

We’re looking for a dedicated healthcare professional who values personal service, a culture of excellence, and teamwork as much as progressive treatments and technology.

The following Full Time position is available: Inpatient Coder/Professional Fee Coder.

Required Qualifications:

Inpatient Coder should possess RHIA, RHIT, or CCS, and at least one year of ICD-9-CM and CPT coding. Professional Fee Coder should possess CPC credentials and at least one year of ICD-9-CM and CPT coding.

Instructions for Resume Submission:

Discover why Upper Chesapeake Health System should be your career choice by visiting our website and applying online at www.uchs.org. EOE

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Introduction:

Do you enjoy problem-solving, detective work and medical mysteries? Then this position is perfect for you! Seize the opportunity to join the Johns Hopkins family and the exciting field of research billing compliance. Work with a great team, in a professional environment that promotes continuing learning. Join us while we prepare for major healthcare initiatives, such as meaningful use, healthcare reform, and the transition to ICD-10. This is your chance to join the “BEST of the BEST”! We are looking for people with the right combination of experience, knowledge, skill and the drive to venture in the new area of research billing and compliance.

Job Description:

Summary of Essential Job Functions:

• Reviews clinical documentation, coding and hospital and professional fee charges in accordance with the Prospective Reimbursement Analysis (PRA) to determine if services are to be billed to the participant’s insurance or to a research account

• Works with different billing and documentation systems to identify charges, payment history and to find clinical documentation as needed

• Researches coding and billing questions, participant’s status in the study, and assists study and billing staff as needed

• Keeps current on third party regulations, Medicare billing, teaching physician regulations, CPT, ICD-9-CM and other billing requirements

• Provides coding advice and works in collaboration with other offices within Hopkins, including Patient Financial Services, Physician Financial Services and Clinical Research Support Services

• Performs other research billing compliance related activities as necessary

Required Qualifications:

Minimum of two years of auditing/billing compliance or clinical research-related experience required. Five years of experience preferred. Additional years of related experience performed as a consultant with a recognized organization may be substituted at the rate of one year consultancy for two years of experience. A minimum of one professional coding certification (CCS-P, CPC, RHIA or RHIT) required.

Education Qualifications:

Bachelor’s Degree in health care-related or business-related field, or five years of recent, direct experience with third party payer requirements for hospitals or physicians required.

Compensation/Benefits:

Salary commensurate with experience.

Instructions for Resume Submission:

Apply online at jobs.jhu.edu. Requisition #49455.

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Introduction:

Seize the opportunity to be part of the exciting field of billing compliance! Work with a great team, in a professional environment that promotes continuous learning. Join the Office of Billing & Quality Assurance team as we prepare for major healthcare initiatives, such as meaningful use, healthcare reform, and the transition to ICD-10. Join our team and be a part of our exciting initiatives! We are looking for people with the right combination of experience, knowledge, skill, and the drive to promote quality in billing compliance.

Job Description:

• Conducts independent reviews/audits on the adequacy of medical record documentation to support the codes selected by providers or by billing office coders. Provides feedback to providers on the results of their medical record documentation reviews and gives targeted training as needed

• Analyzes documentation or coding patterns by a provider, division or department that poses a compliance risk and recommends solutions to address the problem(s)

• Conducts training sessions for providers, professional fee billing staff and others on a regularly scheduled or ad hoc basis

• Researches and answers billing and documentation questions or problems submitted by faculty, departments, billing staff, and others to ensure compliance with specific payer regulations and School of Medicine / Clinical Practice Association policies and procedures

• Assists in the development of medical record documentation standards and requirements related to clinical services billing

Required Qualifications:

Bachelor’s Degree in health care-related or business-related field, or five years of recent, direct experience with third party payer requirements for physicians required. Minimum of two years of auditing/billing compliance or clinical research-related experience required. Five years of experience preferred. Additional years of related experience performed as a consultant with a recognized organization may be substituted at the rate of one year consultancy for two years of experience. A minimum of one professional coding certification (CCS-P, CPC, RHIA or RHIT) required.

Education Qualifications:

Bachelor’s Degree in health care-related or business-related field, or five years of recent, direct experience with third party payer requirements for physicians required.

Compensation/Benefits:

Salary commensurate with experience.

Instructions for Resume Submission:

Apply online at jobs.jhu.edu. Requisition #50793

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Introduction:

Franklin Square Hospital Center, the third largest hospital in Maryland and part of MedStar Health, can elevate your career to a new level of caring, compassion and clinical excellence. We’re progressive, patient focused and growing: take a look at our brand new, seven-story Patient Care Tower. Our dynamic center, named of one of “America’s 50 Best Hospitals” by HealthGrades, join us!

Job Description:

Oversight of all areas of Document Imaging; Birth Clerks; and 2 outpatient clinic HIM associates. Performs day-to-day operations; budgetary and strategic planning. Also serves as an organizational resource for the electronic patient records; confidentiality and privacy.

2 shifts (1st and 2nd), 7 days a week

Required Qualifications:

• 3-5 years of HIM management experience

• Experience with Document Imaging systems; required (McKesson and Cerner; are strongly desired)

• Strong written and verbal communication skills; effective organizational and time management skills

• The ideal candidate must posses the following attributes: Forward thinking, energetic self-motivated/self-starter, able to manage difficult situations, adaptability to changing environments

Education Qualifications:

Bachelors degree in Health Information Management; with RHIA credential; required.

Instructions for Resume Submission:

Apply online at www.franklinsquare.org. EOE

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Introduction:

The Physicians Billing Services Director of Coding provides oversight of all charge capture and coding within the PBS billing operation under the direction of the Senior Director of Revenue Operations and the Senior Director of Billing Quality Assurance, assuring that strategic plans are developed and implemented to monitor and meet coding and charge capture performance expectations and standards. The Director will also be responsible for coder’s adherence to all government and third party payer coding and reimbursement guidelines. As the PBS business owner of CPT master files, ICD 10 implementation and charge capture, the Director will work collaboratively with the Epic Team and the Departments to design, test, implement and maintain the Epic Charge Router application to ensure all charges are accurately captured and billed.

Job Description:

• Responsible for all aspects of leadership, education, planning, and execution for all coders within the PBS operation

• Develop short and long term goals, objectives, plans and programs in line with industry healthcare standards and ensure maintenance of goals

• Evaluates impact of innovations and changes in coding policies and procedures that impact PBS operation

• Maintains full knowledge of department coding operations and acts as resident expert on issues pertaining to specialty coding and reimbursement

• Conducts trending analyses to identify patterns and variations in coding and reimbursements practices including denial management

• Reviews GE TES deletions, claim denials and rejection information pertaining to revenue cycle issues including coding and medical necessity. Implement corrective action plan as needed, such as educational programs to prevent similar denials, rejections or other errors from recurring

• Develops and reports coding metrics as requested

• Oversees and monitors the creation and maintenance of charge master for PBS operations and works with departments and OBQA to ensure accurate descriptions, coding, additions and deletions of charge master dictionary

• Performs audits and analyzes data to identify opportunities to generate incremental revenue and/or reduce costs within PBS

• Works collaboratively with OBQA and departments to respond to RAC and other compliance audits/ issues

• Compile information and/or reports and present results of coding audits with appropriate recommendations; perform subsequent audits to ensure complete and appropriate corrective action

• Chair and represent PBS in meetings as assigned

• Take leadership role in any technology implementation affecting coding and charge capture for the departments

Required Qualifications:

A minimum of one professional coding or healthcare compliance certification (CCS-P, CPC, RHIA, RHIT) required.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Eight years of progressive management or consulting experience in a healthcare environment with five years of management experience in healthcare industry required

• Recent experience with Medicare regulations and experience with clinical billing required

• Skilled manager of people and operations in a highly complex environment

• Must be self-motivated and comfortable working independently, as a team leader and as a team member

• Must demonstrate relevant managerial experience in motivating staff to perform as a team in harmony with the goals of the organization and the team

• Must be highly motivated, productive, and results oriented

• Will demonstrate relevant managerial experience in health care administration or consulting, internal auditing, or professional fee or hospital billing as well as in the planning, implementation and/or management of new and changing operational processes in an academic health care setting

Education Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in health care-related or business-related field is required

• Medical Terminology and Anatomy & Physiology courses or demonstrated appropriate knowledge required

• Additional education may substitute for experience and additional experience may substitute for education “to the extent permitted by the JHU equivalency formula.”

Compensation/Benefits:

See JHU job website.

Instructions for Resume Submission:

Please visit www.jhu.edu
Select Employment on lower right of home page
Requisition #50501

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Introduction:

CodeRyte, Inc., is an innovative venture-funded healthcare software company located at the Bethesda Metro just minutes from Washington, D.C. We are a premier provider of computer-assisted coding technologies in the healthcare industry. CodeRyte a fast-paced and results driven team, offering an intellectually stimulating environment and opportunity for growth and development in a casual atmosphere. Our fast growth has been noted by the industry and we have placed on both the Deloitte’s Fast 500 and Inc. magazine’s 5000 lists. When you join CodeRyte, you will become part of a team committed to delivering revolutionary innovations to the healthcare industry. This is your chance to experience the challenges and rewards of working for a growing, top-notch company with some of the brightest colleagues in the field.

Job Description:

Hospital Coding Subject Matter Experts (SME) contribute to CodeRyte’s Language Team by supporting the development of language and coding technologies used in our products. They work with product development team members to examine and articulate how medical coders turn the language of medical documentation into actionable data. They also work with market-facing colleagues, customers, and prospective customers to understand how our products are used in the market.

They do this by understanding and explaining:

• The ways that medical coders look at documents, interpret language, and assign medical codes for interoperability

• The rules of medical coding, in particular breaking down coding rules into definable, discrete algorithms

• The grey areas of medical coding, and where decisions need configurable options

• The changes medical coders make to the CodeRyte engine's codes, and turning this into actionable improvements

• The ways our language technology can be optimized for different products and in different settings

Required Qualifications:

• Medical coding expert

• Capable of explaining how coders think their way through a document

• Capable of explaining why something is coded a specific way, navigating the group to standard coding guidelines where available

• Thorough understanding of hospital coding for medical bills (both inpatient and outpatient), and the workflow of revenue management in a hospital setting

• Strong interpersonal skills with both engineers and business people

Preferred Qualifications:

• Understands our NLP technology, or other CAC technologies

• Able to explain coding issues to non-coders

• Good at analyzing medical records to identify patterns of documentation

• Able to spend blocks of time in Bethesda with development group

• Coding experience in wide areas, especially hospital inpatient and outpatient coding

• Medical language expert who can discern linguistic and knowledge representation issues for coding

• Knowledge management skills for decision support in applications of our NLP technology

Instructions for Resume Submission:

If you would like to apply for this position, please e-mail your resume along with a cover letter highlighting your relevant experience, to jobs@coderyte.com. This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

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Introduction:

A member of LifeBridge Health, Sinai Hospital of Baltimore features state-of-the-art facilities, national acclaim and renowned Centers of Excellence. Sinai is the largest community hospital and third largest teaching hospital in MD. EEO/AA Employer.

Job Description:

Sinai has the following opportunities within the Health Information Management Department:

Health Information Coder: Two, full-time, day shift positions are available (#22380 and 21927)

Coding Validator: Full-time, day shift position available
(#21946)

Required Qualifications:

See the job description on www.lifejobs.org for a full list of requirements.

Preferred Qualifications:

See the job description on www.lifejobs.org for a full list of requirements.

Education Qualifications:

See the job description on www.lifejobs.org for a full list of requirements.

Compensation/Benefits:

Sinai Hospital offers a comprehensive salary and benefits package including tuition reimbursement, free parking and bonus opportunities. No travel required and flexible schedules.

Instructions for Resume Submission:

Visit www.lifejobs.org to apply. EEO/AA Employer.

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Introduction:

The Health Information Management Team at Hanover Hospital is searching for a high performing MANAGER OF CODING/DATA ABSTRACTION

Job Description:

The Manager is responsible for supervision of coding and data abstraction. She/he will monitor quality and timeliness. She/he will maintain credentials and keep up-to-date with Federal and State regulations and Joint Commission standards.

Required Qualifications:

• CCS, CCS-P, CPC OR CPC-H Certification required

• AA Degree HIM wiith RHIT/RHIA Credentials highly recommended

• 5 years ICD-9-CM, CPT and HCPCS hospital-based coding training or experience required

• Approximately 5 to 8 years of experience

Compensation/Benefits:

INCLUDE:

• Competitive Salaries

• Generous Benefit Packages

• Family-friendly, team environments

Instructions for Resume Submission:

Apply Online! www.Hanoverhospital.org

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Introduction:

UASI is a progressive HIM consulting firm, who specializes in coding and coding compliance projects.

Job Description:

We are currently seeking a full-time coding specialist to provide on-site inpatient/outpatient coding services in Washington D.C. After working on-site for 3-6 months you will have the option of transitioning to a remote position working from home.

Required Qualifications:

The ideal candidate will be experienced, quality-focused, flexible, detail-oriented, and have the ability to work independently.

Additional qualifications include:

• Minimum of three to five years recent coding experience working in an acute care facility

• RHIA, RHIT, or CCS certification

• Extensive knowledge of ICD-9-CM coding conventions, medical terminology, anatomy and physiology, federal regulations and policies pertaining to documentation and billing

• Knowledge and understanding to work with Microsoft Windows and Microsoft Office products

Compensation/Benefits:

UASI recognizes that HIM professionals are our greatest asset and in return for your talents, we offer a $3,000 sign-on bonus, a dynamic work environment, competitive salaries and full benefits which include:

• Medical, dental, vision and life insurance

• Flexible work schedules, PTO, 401(K) and referral bonuses

• Training opportunities, yearly educational allowance and continuing education programs to ensure that our Consultants remain at the highest coding skill level

• UASI's unique approach to employee appreciation which include: birthday recognition, holiday gift selection, years of service awards and quality bonus programs

Instructions for Resume Submission:

Interested candidates can find out more about our opportunities including our ICD-10 training program by going to www.uasicoders.com.

You can also e-mail or fax your resume to: HR@uasisolutions.com Fax: 800-535-5165 Attn: Holly Sheward. UASI is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.

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Introduction:

A member of LifeBridge Health, Northwest Hospital is a Friesen-design hospital with all private rooms located in suburban Baltimore, MD. Employees say they love working at Northwest because it is the friendliest place to work!

Job Description:

Northwest Hospital currently seeks experienced Health Information Diagnostic Coders for full-time positions. Will code diagnosis, operative procedures and physician information on inpatient, ambulatory surgery, and emergency room records to meet billing standards. EOE

Required Qualifications:

RHIA, RHIT, or CCS or eligible and 1-3 years of experience required. Flex time options available.

Education Qualifications:

Associate's degree (2 years college)

Compensation/Benefits:

Northwest Hospital offers a competitive salary and benefits package, including free parking, tuition reimbursement and 403-B retirement employer match.

Instructions for Resume Submission:

Visit www.lifejobs.org to learn more and apply.

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Introduction:

Full Time Coder needed in our Health Information Management Department. Shift: M-F Only - 8:00a-4:30p

Job Description:

Codes and abstracts all diagnosis and procedures for inpatient, outpatient, ambulatory surgery and emergency service record's with ICD-9-CM and CPT 4 as required.

Required Qualifications:

Applicant must have the following qualifications:

• Thorough knowledge of ICD-9-CM and CPT 4 with formal training

• One to three years of inpatient and outpatient coding experience is necessary in an acute care hospital

• CCS and or RHIT certification or able to take the CCS exam

Instructions for Resume Submission:

Please submit your resume online at montgomerygeneral.org.

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