Clinical Chart Auditor

Clinical Chart AuditorJob SummaryThe Clinical Chart Auditor is responsible for conducting systematic reviews of patient medical records to ensure clinical documentation integrity and coding accuracy. This role is essential for minimizing audit risks, optimizing revenue cycle performance, and supporting regulatory adherence for retina-specific services. Remote work options may be available based on operational needs, candidate qualifications, and practice location requirements.Duties / ResponsibilitiesPerform routine internal chart audits (retrospective, concurrent and prospective) on a representative sample of patient encounters.Verify alignment between clinical documentation, ICD-10 diagnoses, CPT/HCPCS procedure codes, and supporting elements (physician orders, informed consents, medical necessity, etc.).Identify, document, and track documentation deficiencies and compliance gaps (cloned notes, insufficient chief complaints, lack of medical necessity, unsupported level of the office visit CPT, etc.), generating detailed audit reports.Analyze audit findings to produce trended data on clinical documentation integrity accuracy rates and risk areas, presenting actionable insights to leadership, billing, and clinical teams for process improvements.Collaborate with clinical trainers, billing specialists, scribes and physicians to provide targeted feedback, resolve discrepancies, and deliver education on documentation standards, coding guidelines, and audit best practices.Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) for clinical documentation integrity and coding accuracy, contributing to the practice's overall compliance program.Facilitate MIPS success by gathering and auditing required clinical data and collaborating with the clinical team to implement best practices.Manage prescription drug processes including handling Rx refills, processing prescription drug change requests, and facilitating prior authorizations (PAs) to support timely and accurate medication delivery in coordination with clinical teams.Other DutiesPlease note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job.Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.About the CandidateEducation and ExperienceBachelor's degree preferred.Ophthalmic Scribe Certified (OSC) highly preferred.Ophthalmic Coding Specialist Retina (OCSR) highly preferred.CRT, COA, COT, COMT highly preferred.2+ years of experience as a scribe in ophthalmology setting (retina subspecialty exposure preferred)1+ years as a lead scribe and/or clinical trainer highly preferred.Preferred Skills / AbilitiesDemonstrated knowledge of retina-specific documentation requirements.Proficiency with Nextech EHR and EPM systems.Knowledge of coding, HIPAA and other charting regulatory requirements.Strong analytical, communication, and interpersonal skills.Ability to follow instructions, work well with others and alone with minimal supervision.Excellent organizational and problem-solving abilities.Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.Ability to handle conflict resolution and hold staff accountable.All applicants considered for this role must be able to travel to other nearby locations.Who We AreCalifornia Retina Consultants (CRC) is one of the largest, most highly respected retina-only ophthalmology groups in the United States and is committed to providing state-of-the-art treatments. All California Retina Consultant physicians are board certified/eligible by the American Board of Ophthalmology and specialize exclusively in diseases and surgery of the retina, vitreous, and macula. Our physicians have studied at the most prestigious medical center and universities and have each achieved numerous honors and awards. In addition, CRC participates in national cutting edge clinical and investigator-sponsored trials, participating in hundreds since it's founding.BenefitsCRC offers the following competitive benefits for full-time eligible employees after the introductory period:Medical Insurance PlansVision Insurance PlanDental Insurance Plan401K ContributionLife InsuranceSick, Vacation, and Holiday PayCertification OpportunitiesEqual Opportunity EmployerCalifornia Retina Consultants is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and an Affirmative Action Employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity.(All offers are contingent upon satisfactory background check and pre-employment drug screen.)