"Documentation & Coding Auditor"

Extended Job Title

Documentation & Coding Auditor

Position Description

Performs coding and documentation quality audits; provides feedback to coding and reimbursement specialists, coders, and educates them. This job has no supervisory responsibilities.

Requisition ID

42210BR

Travel Required

Up to 25%

Pay Grade Maximum

Compensation is commensurate upon the qualifications of the individual selected.

Major/Essential Functions

• Current and active professional coding certification required from an accredited organization
• Billing and coding experience in a multi-specialty group practice and/or academic practice setting is preferred. Five or more years of health care items/services.
• Managerial/supervisory and program management implementation experience strongly preferred. Ability to initiate administrative activities as necessary.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to write and present ideas and information in a concise manner.
• Ability to work collaboratively with all individuals.
• Professional bearing, sound business judgment and persuasive skills.
• Strong problem-solving skills, self-starter, ability to function with little face-to-face, daily supervision.
• Ability to deal with stressful situations, works collaboratively to address complex and sensitive issues.
• Excellent time management skills and attention to detail are a must.
• Must successfully pass a criminal background check, as well as not be listed on the HHS OIG, Texas Medicaid, GSA or any other government exclusion lists.
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals and the ability to compute rates, ratios, percentages, and to draw and interpret bar graphs is preferred.

Grant Funded?

No

Pay Grade Minimum

21.28

Pay Basis

Hourly

Work Location

Amarillo

Department

Institutional Compliance Offc Ama

Required Attachments

Cover Letter, Resume / CV

Job Type

Full Time

Pay Statement

Compensation is commensurate upon the qualifications of the individual selected and budgetary guidelines of the hiring department, as well as the institutional pay plan. For additional information, please reference the institutional pay plan website at https://app4.ttuhsc.edu/payplan.

Occasional Duties

• Assist in annual Compliance Symposium
• Participate in annual risk assessment and work plan development
• Travel to Lubbock for staff meetings, workplan development meeting, other functions. Usually two - three trips/year. May include overnight stay.

Shift

Day

EEO Statement

All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to sex, race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.

Required Qualifications

High School graduate or equivalency and five (5) years of coding and reimbursement experience of which one (1) year may be as a coding auditor. Additional job-specific education may substitute for the experience. Active professional coding certification from an accredited organization, e.g., American Association of Professional Coders (AAPC), American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA). Certification to remain current during term of employment. Knowledge of CPT, ICD-CM, ICD-10, and HCPCS nomenclature.

Does this position work in a research laboratory?

No

Jeanne Clery Act

The Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act is a federal statute requiring colleges and universities participating in federal financial aid programs to maintain and disclose campus crime statistics and security information. By October 1 of each year, institutions must publish and distribute their Annual Campus Security Policy & Crime Statistics Report (ASR) to current and prospective students and employees. To view this report, visit the TTUHSC Clery Act website at https://www.ttuhsc.edu/compliance/clery-report.aspx.

Introduction

Nationally recognized as a Great College to Work For, TTUHSC provides much more than just a job! Enjoy excellent benefits, including paid leave, retirement plans, wellness programs, health insurance and so much more. Ready to start building a rewarding career in a positive environment where you can develop and thrive? Join us as we change the future of health care.

About TTUHSC

Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center is enriching the lives of others by educating students, providing excellent patient care, and advancing knowledge through innovative research. TTUHSC graduates more health care professionals than any other health care institution in the state, conferring 24.2% of all degrees and certificates awarded from health-related institutions in Texas. By providing comprehensive clinical services to more than 10 million individuals across 121 counties, TTUHSC is dedicated to advancing the health of people throughout Texas and beyond. This is where world-class education meets compassionate patient care – and we believe that our people are the reason for our institution’s lasting success and bright future.

Being part of the TTUHSC team means being part of an innovative and supportive community that empowers each individual to do their best work. Through our values-based culture, TTUHSC is committed to cultivating an exceptional workplace community with a positive culture that puts people first.

Benefits

TTUHSC is committed to creating an environment where our team members can do their best work, with programs and benefits to support head-to-toe well-being. Explore just a few of the advantages of being a TTUHSC team member:

• Health Plans + Supplemental Coverage Options – Individual health insurance provided at no cost for full-time team members
• Paid Time Off – Including holidays, vacation, sick leave and more
• Retirement Plans
• Wellness Programs
• Certified Mother-Friendly Workplace

Additionally, TTUHSC invests in the success of our team members by providing opportunities for personal and professional growth, including lifelong learning programs, recognition programs, and health and wellness initiatives. Team members also enjoy a variety of other perks, such as special membership rates at local gyms and golf courses, access to state-of-the-art software and facilities, and discounts on travel, technology, entertainment and more.