JOB TITLE:
Coding Coordinator (Team Lead)
LOCATION:
Huntsville, AL
JOB TYPE:
Contract
JOB DESCRIPTION AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Lead and supervise a team of coding professionals, providing mentorship, guidance, and support to ensure productivity and quality standards are met.
- Coordinate coding projects, including assigning tasks, setting priorities, and establishing timelines to ensure timely completion.
- Review and evaluate coded data for accuracy, consistency, and compliance with coding guidelines and industry regulations.
- Develop and implement coding policies, procedures, and best practices to optimize coding processes and efficiency.
- Provide ongoing training and professional development opportunities to coding team members to enhance their skills and knowledge.
- Serve as a subject matter expert on coding practices, guidelines, and regulations, keeping abreast of industry changes and updates.
- Monitor coding performance metrics and prepare regular reports for management to track productivity, accuracy, and compliance.
- Participate in meetings, committees, and projects as assigned, representing the coding team and contributing expertise and insights.
- Foster a positive and collaborative work environment that encourages teamwork, communication, and continuous improvement.
REQUIREMENTS:
- Bachelor's degree in Health Information Management, Computer Science, etc. or equivalent work experience.
- Inpatient and Outpatient experience
- Certified Coding Specialist (CCS), Certified Professional Coder (CPC), or similar coding certification required.
- Proven experience in medical coding, software coding, or related field, with at least [Insert Number] years of experience.
- Strong leadership and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively lead and motivate a team.
- Excellent understanding of coding guidelines, regulations, and best practices.
- Proficiency in coding software and tools, as well as Microsoft Office Suite.
- Exceptional attention to detail and analytical skills, with the ability to review and evaluate coded data accurately.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to convey complex information clearly and effectively.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment, managing multiple priorities and deadlines effectively.
COMPENSATION:
$35/hour