University of Maryland Capital Region Health

Job Description:

Coding Auditor

University of Maryland Capital Region Health (UMCRH) is searching for an experienced Coding Auditor to review the coding of diagnoses and procedures on inpatient/outpatient charts; ensuring that they adhere to coding guidelines of ICD-9-CM and CPT-4 principles and hospital guidelines.

You’ll maintain compliance with all Federal and state guidelines in relation to diagnostic coding, reimbursement, research and statistics as well as audit coding, data collection and analysis for quality purposes.

Required Qualifications:

Requirements:

• Current RHIT, RHIA, CCS or CCS-P accreditation from AHIMA
• At least 8 yrs of coding experience in an acute care setting that includes 3 yrs of ICD-10-CM and CPT coding and abstracting experience
• Minimum of 2 yrs experience in auditing inpatient and ambulatory/outpatient records
• 3 yrs experience in the interpretation and analysis of quantitative and qualitative statistical reporting
• Associate’s degree in Health Information Technology or an Independent Program in Health Information Technology (ISP/HIT)
• 3 yrs experience with DRG’s and understanding of APR’s/APC preferred

As a member of UMCRH, you’ll receive a competitive salary while working in an environment that challenges and rewards you for your contributions.

Instructions for Resume Submission:

Learn more about this position and submit your resume at:

https://jobs-umcapital.icims.com/jobs/4253/coding-auditor-(ahima-certification)/job?mode=view&mobile=false&width=720&height=500&bga=true&needsRedirect=false&jan1offset=-300&jun1offset=-240

UM Capital Region Health is an equal opportunity employer.

Apply Online: https://jobs-umcapital.icims.com/jobs/4253/coding-auditor-(ahima-certification)/job?mode=view&mobile=false&width=720&height=500&bga=true&needsRedirect=false&jan1offset=-300&jun1offset=-240

FMAS Corporation

Introduction:

RN/RHIA/RHIT/Medical Data Analyst

Project Managers for temporary government task orders. Must reside in the greater Washington, DC area and have experience and expertise in all of the following:

Required Qualifications:

• Experience and expertise in working with medical data, including quality review of data, i.e.,  assuring that the data is consistent and accurate
• Excellent knowledge of MS Office (Word, Excel and Access)
• Experience with medical necessity and quality review studies
• Knowledge of Medicare, Medicaid and other payor coverage policies
• Familiarity with ICD-10 and CPT coding

Instructions for Resume Submission: 

Please respond by email to judith.samuels@yahoo.com

Hagerstown Community College

Introduction:

Hagerstown Community College is pleased to announce that applications are currently being accepted for a Faculty/Coordinator, Electronic Health Records & Health Information Management position.

Job Description:

This full-time, tenure track faculty position is responsible for teaching and coordinating the Electronic Health Records and Health Information Management core curricula. The instructor will participate in the recruitment and retention of students; procure program materials and instructional resources; provide oversight of program accreditation and the advisory committee; recruitment and supervision of adjunct faculty; be responsible for the ongoing development, assessment, and revision of the programs’ curricula.

Required Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications – Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university (the faculty member will be required to develop and follow a plan to earn a master’s degree); certified as a Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA) or Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT); three years of current work experience in medical coding, billing, records management, and/or IT/IS.

Skills and Abilities – Strong organizational and writing skills; attention to detail, with excellent advising/counseling skills. Knowledge of the Internet, HIM software, Microsoft Word and Excel. Ability to establish good working relationships with staff, students, and the community. Ability to organize and prioritize work, makes decisions independently, and attends to details.

Preferred Qualifications:

Master’s degree from an accredited college or university with teaching experience at a community college in related field preferred, must have either Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT) or Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA) certification with three years recent experience in Health Information Management; a background in education theory and methodology, and current concept knowledge relative to subjects teaching. Experience with curriculum development, using instructional technology, and distance learning is preferred.

Instructions for Resume Submission:

For more information on this position and to apply online, please visit www.hagerstowncc.edu/employment. In addition to the application, please also include a cover letter and resume.  Recommendation letters and college transcripts are preferred.

Questions may be directed to the Human Resources Office at 240-500-2585 or email hr@hagerstowncc.edu.

Apply Online: https://jobs.hagerstowncc.edu/

Holy Cross Health

Introduction:

Holy Cross Health is a Catholic not-for-profit health care system dedicated to improving the health of our community. We serve more than 240,000 patients each year from Maryland’s two largest counties, Montgomery and Prince George’s, with the commitment to be the most trusted health care provider in the Washington, D.C., suburban area. We have grown from one hospital founded in 1963 to a system of two hospitals (Holy Cross Hospital and Holy Cross Germantown Hospital) and four health centers (Aspen Hill, Gaithersburg, Germantown, and Silver Spring) that offers a full range of inpatient and outpatient health care services, as well as innovative community-based health and wellness programs.

http://www.holycrosshealth.org/careers

Job Description:

Manages the activities and personnel of the release of information, birth registry, analysis, incomplete record, document imaging, and auditing sections of the Health Information Management (HIM) Department for both Holy Cross Hospital and Holy Cross Germantown Hospital under the direction of the HIM Director. Monitors state and federal legislative actions regarding medical records, vital statistics, patient confidentiality, and release of information. Partners with clinical leadership. Develops and aligns the HIM Department’s continuous improvement efforts with annual performance targets. Administers, reviews, and updates as needed department policies and procedures designed to uphold HIM operations and maintain compliance standards consistent with Trinity Health and across both hospitals.

General Summary:

Manages the activities and personnel of the release of information, birth registry, analysis, incomplete record, document imaging, and transcription sections of the Health Information Management (HIM) Department for both Holy Cross Hospital and Holy Cross Germantown Hospital under the direction of the HIM Director.

Administers, reviews, and updates as needed department policies and procedures designed to uphold HIM operations and maintain compliance standards consistent with Trinity Health and across both hospitals.

Develops and reviews data systems, manual systems, work flows, job tools, and productivity measures and standards across both hospitals.

Assumes responsibility for the timeliness and integrity of record functions (e.g. assembly, scanning, analysis, transcription, and incomplete records) to ensure favorable hospital accounts receivable status.

Develops and aligns the HIM Department’s continuous improvement efforts with annual performance targets.

Monitors state and federal legislative actions regarding medical records, vital statistics, patient confidentiality, and release of information.

Responsible for assuring that documentation standards are met and the record completion process is accomplished in accordance with the bylaws of the Medical/Dental staff as well as the standards and policies of the HIM Department, CMS, Joint Commission and other state and local regulatory agencies.

Responsible and accountable for data accuracy and achievement of all department productivity and quality metrics.
Hires qualified HIM staff and ensure proper orientation and training programs are in place.

Acts as a mentor to assist in fostering the growth of the HIM staff and elevates employee issues and concerns to leadership as needed.

Partners with clinical leadership, the Clinical Informatics Department, and Trinity Health to ensure appropriate documentation is available within the EMR to facilitate clinical care and appropriate coding. Assists the Director of HIM in budget preparation.

Work with our contracted vendors to assure service expectations are met.

Participates on assigned medical staff and administrative committees.

Supports the Mission of Trinity Health and Holy Cross Health

Management Statement:

Management at Holy Cross Health involves understanding that we operate within a fiduciary relationship in which we are expected to steward our community’s resources in such a way that we produce high quality, safe, efficient, and effective care for both today’s patients and tomorrow’s patients. This enables us to become the most trusted provider of health services within our community.

A Manager at Holy Cross Health is expected to understand their fiduciary responsibility to the community, demonstrate fidelity to the hospital, and operate consistently with its ethics and mission in their performance of their job duties. These duties include the management of human resources and systems to safely produce high quality care, patient and physician satisfaction, and sustainability. Managers generally have 24-hour responsibility for the operation of a division and its services as well as responsibility for coordinating achievements or responding to challenges across multiple divisions within the organization.

Managers demonstrate ethical behavior, leadership capability, fiscal responsibility, excellent analytical and communication skills, and the ability to select, train and retain management employees. Appropriate leadership at this level requires recognition that long-term, sound working relationships across the organization and with our partners (medical staff, insurers, and community) are necessary. Successful Managers will have a constant awareness of how they are impacting these relationships through individual decisions and communications.

Constant improvement of the performance of the Manager’s division and monitoring alignment with the budget, operating and strategic plans are primary responsibilities of the Manager. A Manager selects, develops and mentors a performance oriented and responsive team that will ensure that the necessary divisional resources are available and focused to support Holy Cross Hospital and its management in a highly competitive market. Participation in setting organizational policy and adapting that policy as necessary is expected of each Manager. Once policy is set, the Manager is accountable for ensuring the application of policies across the organization.

Holy Cross Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer.

Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran (M/F/D/V) status.

Required Qualifications:

Minimum Licensure/Certification Required (if applicable):

Registered with AHIMA as a Registered Health Information Technologist (RHIT)

Minimum Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities Required:

Graduate of accredited health information management education program.

Four years of progressively more responsible job related experience and at least three years in a supervisory capacity.

Experience with unit record system and automated medical record systems. Experience with release of information guidelines and familiar with HIPAA regulations. Knowledgeable of documentation guidelines and standards as set by Joint Commission as well as local and federal regulatory agencies. Good communication skills plus the ability to effectively train personnel in department operations.

Apply Online: https://jobs.trinity-health.org/search/jobdetails/health-information-operations-manager/03fae766-6d18-4d82-b336-c6fb203d6cf0

Baltimore City Community College

Introduction:

Overview of position: Summary of position’s responsibilities

Program Coordinator:

• Provide leadership in ensuring, through faculty evaluation, that instructional quality is being maintained and that program standards are followed.
• Provide leadership in the development and evaluation of assessment testing and placement in your program, if required.
• Provide leadership to develop and/or deliver lecture content on a variety of Health Information Technology topics. Revise curricula to reflect the hospital industry’s expectations for entry level practitioners.
• Develop, and when necessary, revise existing curriculum to reflect currency in the Health Information Technology accreditation standards.
• Provide lab and/or clinical instruction for Health Information Technology; leadership in preparing program course schedules for fall, spring, and summer sessions, online and other delivery formats.
• With the program faculty, procure clinical placement for students, and evaluate the effectiveness of the same to ensure successful student outcomes.
• Assist in maintaining appropriate inventory of surgical supplies for laboratory instruction.
• Responsible for organization, administration, continuous review, planning, development, and general effectiveness of clinical experiences for students enrolled in the Health Information Technology Program.
• Plan and implement retention strategies to increase enrollment in the Health Information Technology program.
• Coordinate with the Associate Dean teaching assignments for full-time and adjunct faculty for their program; and, assist Associate Dean with the recruitment, hiring, training, and mentoring of full-time and adjunct faculty within your program.
• Participate in required faculty and department meetings, as well as meetings of college committees and Advisory Board of the program.
• Prepare annual accreditation documentation and other reports
• Perform other additional duties as agreed by the Associate Dean.

Teaching

• Based on Master Syllabus, design and teach assigned class session(s), leveraging digital content and multi-media resources in the classroom.
• Assess student engagement/understanding during each class session.
• Collect, grade, and report assignments and homework.
• Assess and monitor student progress and understanding throughout the course.
• Remediate student’s lack of prerequisite knowledge.
• Offer content help through various means Select course materials as they reflect the Master Syllabus;
• Place the syllabus, readings and homework on Canvass.
• Maintain and update the syllabus and course materials.
• Set up online courses when relevant.

• Create new digital instruction materials.
• Exhibit a spirit of inquiry about teaching and learning, student development, and evaluation methods.
• Use evidence-based resources to improve and support teaching.
• Develop an area of expertise in the academic arena.
• Share teaching expertise with colleagues and others.
• Demonstrate integrity as a scholar.
• Provide required office hours.
• Effectively communicate with students via e-mail, phone or online discussion boards.
• Provide academic advice and guidance to students.
• Submit grades, on time, via the faculty portal.
• Manage incompletes and make-ups.
• Occasionally instruct Independent Study students for purpose of graduation.

Individualized Instruction

• Identify individual learning styles and unique needs of students who are culturally diverse, traditional vs. non-traditional, at-risk (e.g., educationally disadvantaged, learning and/or physically challenged, social and economic issues).
• Advise learners in ways to help them meet their educational goals.
• Create a learning environment that facilitates self-reflection and personal goal setting.
• Foster the development of learners in these areas: cognitive, psychomotor, affective, and creative.
• Adapt teaching styles and interpersonal interactions to facilitate learning behaviors.
• Assist learners to engage in thoughtful and constructive self and peer evaluation.
• Encourage professional and personal development of learners.

Assessment

• Provide input for the development of department standards and policies.
• Use a variety of strategies to assess and evaluate learning.
• Incorporate current research in assessment and evaluation practices.
• Use existing evaluation tools for assessing educational outcomes.
• Evaluate available resources for learner assessment and evaluation practices.
• Actively participate in all M&E.
• Analyze all M&E data.
• Advise learners regarding assessment and evaluation.
• Provide timely, thoughtful and constructive feedback to learners.

Curriculum Design and Development

• Actively participate in the design of the curriculum to reflect institutional philosophy and mission, current trends and best practices, community and societal needs, educational principles, theory and research, and use of technology.
• Demonstrate knowledge of curriculum development including: identifying program outcomes, developing competency standards, writing course objectives, selecting appropriate learning activities, selecting appropriate clinical experiences, and selecting appropriate evaluation strategies.
• Assist in revision of the curriculum based on evaluation of program outcomes, learner needs, societal and health care trends and stakeholder’s feedback.
• Update courses to reflect the philosophical and theoretical framework of the curriculum.
• Design courses to reflect the philosophical and theoretical framework of the curriculum.
• Create and maintain community partnerships that support the educational goals.
• Evaluate educational goal attainment through community partnerships.
• Implement program assessment models.
• Analyze results of program evaluation and initiate curricular change when needed.
• Critique the program evaluation methods and plan.

Professional Development

• Maintain membership in professional organizations.
• Participate actively in professional organizations through committee work and/or leadership roles.
• Demonstrate a commitment to life-long learning.
• Participate in professional development that increase effectiveness in the role.
• Use feedback gained from self, peers, learners and administrative evaluation to improve role effectiveness.
• Acquire knowledge of legal and ethical issues relevant to higher education.
• Mentor and support faculty colleagues.
• Model cultural sensitivity when advocating for change.
• Create a culture for positive change and growth.
• Develop leadership skills in others to shape and implement growth, change and positivity.
• Perform related duties as required

Physical Requirements:

• Sitting in a normal seated position for extended periods of time Reaching by extending hand(s) or arm(s) in any direction
• Finger dexterity required to manipulate objects, medical, and simulation equipment  with fingers and whole hand(s) and  arms
• Communication skills using the spoken word Ability to see within normal parameters Ability to hear within normal range
• Ability to move about

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university
• Certified as a Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA) or Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT)
•  Three years of current work experience in medical coding, billing, records management, and/or IT/IS.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master’s Degree;
• Absent a Master’s degree, the faculty member will be required to develop and follow a plan to earn a Master’s degree;
• Previous teaching experience is highly desirable;
• Experience with curriculum development, using instructional technology, and distance learning is preferred.

Education Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university

Apply Online: http://bccc.balancetrak.com/2017082

Baltimore City Community College

Introduction:

Job Description:

An Assistant Professor in Health Information Technology is responsible for both instruction and/or clinical coordination.  Duties involve organizing and providing educational experiences leading to student credentialing and gainful employment as Health Information Technologists, assistance with establishing program admission criteria, recruitment of students, instruction in clinical curriculum.

Teaching:
• Based on Master Syllabus, design and teach assigned class session(s), leveraging digital content and multi-media resources in the classroom.
• Assess student engagement/understanding during each class session.
• Collect, grade, and report assignments and homework.
• Assess and monitor student progress and understanding throughout the course.
• Remediate student’s lack of prerequisite knowledge.
• Offer content help through various means Select course materials as they reflect the Master Syllabus;
• Place the syllabus, readings and homework on Canvass.
• Maintain and update the syllabus and course materials.
• Set up online courses when relevant.
• Create new digital instruction materials.
• Exhibit a spirit of inquiry about teaching and learning, student development, and evaluation methods.
• Use evidence-based resources to improve and support teaching.
• Develop an area of expertise in the academic arena.
• Share teaching expertise with colleagues and others.
• Demonstrate integrity as a scholar.
• Provide required office hours.
• Effectively communicate with students via e-mail, phone or online discussion boards.
• Provide academic advice and guidance to students.
• Submit grades, on time, via the faculty portal.
• Manage incompletes and make-ups.
• Occasionally instruct Independent Study students for purpose of graduation.

Individualized Instruction:
• Identify individual learning styles and unique needs of students who are culturally diverse, traditional vs. non-traditional, at-risk (e.g., educationally disadvantaged, learning and/or physically challenged, social and economic issues).
• Advise learners in ways to help them meet their educational goals.
• Create a learning environment that facilitates self-reflection and personal goal setting.
• Foster the development of learners in these areas: cognitive, psychomotor, affective, and creative.
• Adapt teaching styles and interpersonal interactions to facilitate learning behaviors.
• Assist learners to engage in thoughtful and constructive self and peer evaluation.
• Encourage professional and personal development of learners.

Assessment:
• Provide input for the development of department standards and policies.
• Use a variety of strategies to assess and evaluate learning.
• Incorporate current research in assessment and evaluation practices.
• Use existing evaluation tools for assessing educational outcomes.
• Evaluate available resources for learner assessment and evaluation practices.
• Actively participate in all M&E.
• Analyze all M&E data.
• Advise learners regarding assessment and evaluation.
• Provide timely, thoughtful and constructive feedback to learners.

Curriculum Design and Development:
• Actively participate in the design of the curriculum to reflect institutional philosophy and mission, current trends and best practices, community and societal needs, educational principles, theory and research, and use of technology.
• Demonstrate knowledge of curriculum development including: identifying program outcomes, developing competency standards, writing course objectives, selecting appropriate learning activities, selecting appropriate clinical experiences, and selecting appropriate evaluation strategies.
• Assist in revision of the curriculum based on evaluation of program outcomes, learner needs, societal and health care trends and stakeholder’s feedback.
• Update courses to reflect the philosophical and theoretical framework of the curriculum.
• Design courses to reflect the philosophical and theoretical framework of the curriculum.
• Create and maintain community partnerships that support the educational goals.
• Evaluate educational goal attainment through community partnerships.
• Implement program assessment models.
• Analyze results of program evaluation and initiate curricular change when needed.
• Critique the program evaluation methods and plan.

Professional Development:
• Maintain membership in professional organizations.
• Participate actively in professional organizations through committee work and/or leadership roles.
• Demonstrate a commitment to life-long learning.
• Participate in professional development that increase effectiveness in the role.
• Use feedback gained from self, peers, learners and administrative evaluation to improve role effectiveness.
• Acquire knowledge of legal and ethical issues relevant to higher education.
• Mentor and support faculty colleagues.
• Model cultural sensitivity when advocating for change.
• Create a culture for positive change and growth.
• Develop leadership skills in others to shape and implement growth, change and positivity.
• Perform related duties as required

Physical Requirements:
• Sitting in a normal seated position for extended periods of time Reaching by extending hand(s) or arm(s) in any direction
• Finger dexterity required to manipulate objects, medical, and simulation equipment  with fingers and whole hand(s) and  arms
• Communication skills using the spoken word Ability to see within normal parameters Ability to hear within normal range
• Ability to move about

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university
• Certified as a Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA) or Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT)
• Three years of current work experience in medical coding, billing, records management, and/or IT/IS.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master’s Degree;
• Absent a Master’s degree, the faculty member will be required to develop and follow a plan to earn a Master’s degree;
• Previous teaching experience is highly desirable;
• Experience with curriculum development, using instructional technology, and distance learning is preferred.

Education Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university

Apply Online: http://bccc.balancetrak.com/2018031