Coding Educator

Coding Educator Hybrid – Chicagoland Area (Multiple Locations) Salary: $51,000 – $73,000 + Full Benefits About the Opportunity Our client is a top-tier, fully integrated healthcare system serving the Chicagoland area and surrounding suburbs, known for delivering high-quality, patient-centered care across a broad network of hospitals and outpatient facilities. With a large regional footprint and strong reputation for clinical excellence, this organization offers stability, growth, and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact. They are seeking a Coding Educator to support coding excellence, provider documentation improvement, and compliance initiatives across the system. Position Overview The Coding Educator is responsible for developing and delivering education programs that enhance coding accuracy, documentation quality, and regulatory compliance. This role partners closely with providers, coders, and revenue cycle leadership to identify gaps, improve performance, and drive best practices across the organization. This is a hybrid position, offering flexibility with the ability to work from home while also engaging onsite for collaboration, training, and provider interaction. Key Responsibilities Develop and deliver coding education and training programs for providers and coding staff Review clinical documentation and coding practices to identify improvement opportunities Provide real-time and ongoing feedback to physicians and clinical teams Support initiatives related to documentation integrity, compliance, and revenue optimization Analyze coding trends, audit findings, and denial patterns to guide education strategies Collaborate with revenue cycle, compliance, CDI, and operational leadership Maintain up-to-date knowledge of CPT, ICD-10-CM, and HCPCS guidelines and regulatory changes Assist with onboarding and continuous education of coding staff Qualifications Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Health Information Management or related field (or equivalent experience) 3+ years of coding experience (physician, outpatient, or inpatient) Strong knowledge of CPT, ICD-10-CM, and HCPCS coding Experience in coding education, training, or auditing Certification required (one or more preferred): CPC (Certified Professional Coder) CCS or CCS-P RHIT or RHIA Strong communication and presentation skills with ability to educate clinical staff Experience with EMR systems (Epic preferred) Preferred Qualifications Certified Professional Medical Auditor (CPMA) Experience within a hospital or large health system Background in revenue cycle, CDI, or compliance programs Work Environment & Locations This is a hybrid role with flexibility to work remotely and onsite as needed. Candidates should be comfortable commuting to multiple locations across the Chicagoland area and surrounding suburbs, depending on business needs, training sessions, and provider engagement. Why This Role? Join a leading, highly respected healthcare system with strong growth and stability Hybrid flexibility with access to multiple Chicagoland locations High-impact role influencing provider behavior and revenue integrity Collaborative, team-driven environment with strong leadership support Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits Benefits Career Pathways to Promote Professional Growth and Development Various Medical, Dental, Pet and Vision options Tuition Reimbursement Free Parking Wellness Program Savings Plan Health Savings Account Options Retirement Options with Company Match Paid Time Off and Holiday Pay Community Involvement Opportunities