Certified Radiology Coder (FT)

About Us Thank you for considering Salem Radiology Consultants (SRC)! Since 1973, we have provided premier outpatient imaging services to residents in Salem and those throughout the greater Willamette Valley. Apart from our advanced imaging services, our primary focus is patient care and our staff. Without one of those, we would not be able to continue contributing to our community. At SRC we are a team, and would love to find the right candidate who has a team mentality as well. We look forward to reviewing your experience! Job Summary:Duties/Responsibilities: · Abstracts in detail and completes case abstract from patients’ medical records. Codes (ICD-10 or ICD-11) patient records for indexing operations, diagnoses, and physicians' and surgeons' planning reports. · Organizes work for accuracy and effectiveness of reporting system. · Audits monthly reports for correctness to ensure accuracy of semiannual and annual reports and indexes. · Gives advice on the selection of optional areas for new abstract items desired. · Reports deficiencies found during chart reviews and abstracting. · Reviews and aids with the monthly reporting system and in special studies or audits for committees, etc. · Monitor work ques within the EPIC system · Performs daily, monthly, and yearly departmental statistical reviews. · Attends training sessions to maintain knowledge and expertise. · Reports coding problems to the medical records assistant director after evaluation and/or coding using the consulting service of the CHPA. Assembles and checks charts for deficiencies. Rechecks charts after physicians complete them. · Maintains an ongoing surveillance of the abbreviations in use.. · Trains employees for backup when requested. Required Skills/Abilities: · Thorough knowledge of classification and nomenclature, anatomy, medical terminology, and medical records procedures and practices. · Understanding of ICD-10 and ICD-11. Education and Experience: · Certified Radiology Coder (required) Physical Requirements: · Work is sedentary in nature; however, the ability to stand and/or walk for periods of three hours or more and examine or manipulate objects at high or low reach is required. · The position requires some pulling, filing, and copying of charts. · Work is repetitive and monotonous in nature and requires concentration and constant technical attention to accuracy and detail for extended periods of time. Schedule: M-F 8am to 5 pm Pay: $26.25-$36.27/hr depending on experience and internal equity. Job Type: Full-time Pay: $26.25 - $36.27 per hour Expected hours: 40 per week Benefits: 401(k) Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance Schedule: 8 hour shift Day shift Monday to Friday Experience: ICD-10: 2 years (Required) Ability to Relocate: Salem, OR 97301: Relocate before starting work (Required) Work Location: In person