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HEALTH INFORMATION SERVICES CODING SUPERVISOR needed!

SALARY: $3807 - $4648 Approximate Monthly Equivalent; Paid Biweekly.QUALIFICATIONS: Completion of sixty (60) semester or ninety (90) quarter units from an accredited college or university AND current certificate as a Certified Coding Specialist (CCS) by the American Health Information Management Association AND current certificate as a Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT) AND five (5) years of coding experience in ICD, CPT, HCPCS, inpatient, outpatient surgery, outpatient, and ED records in a healthcare setting, including at least three (3) years in a lead or supervisory capacity.ORCompletion of a Bachelors Degree in Health Information Management from an accredited college or university AND current certificate as a Certified Coding Specialist (CCS) by the American Health Information Management Association AND five (5) years of coding experience in ICD, CPT, HCPCS, inpatient, outpatient surgery, outpatient, and ED records in a healthcare setting, including at least three (3) years in a supervisory capacity.ORAn equivalent combination of education and experience.APPLICATION SUPPLEMENT MUST BE COMPLETED AND INCLUDED WITH YOUR APPLICATION MATERIALS. FOLLOWING AN OFFER OF EMPLOYMENT, YOU WILL BE REQUIRED TO SUBMIT TO POST OFFER MEDICAL AND DRUG SCREENING TESTS AT COUNTY EXPENSE.ADMITTANCE TO EACH PHASE OF THE EXAMINATION WILL REQUIRE A GOVERNMENT ISSUED PHOTOGRAPH IDENTIFICATION. APPLICANTS WHO ARE UNABLE TO PRESENT PROPER IDENTIFICATION MUST MAKE ARRANGEMENTS WITH THE PERSONNEL DEPARTMENT PRIOR TO THE TEST DATE.This examination will establish an eligible list from which one (1) immediate appointment will be made at Kern Medical Center. Other permanent and temporary appointments will be made as needed. Successful candidates will remain on the eligible list for a period of twelve-months, unless specified otherwise by the Civil Service Commission.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Supervises Health Information Services Coders to include: prioritizing and assigning work, ensuring staff is trained, conducting performance evaluations and making hiring, disciplinary, and termination recommendations. Supervises the day-to-day operational activities in an assigned area of responsibility; develops and implements operational policies and procedures to ensure timely coding and abstracting processes. Collects, prepares and analyzes statistical data. Oversees coding of diagnoses and procedures that are performed for inpatient, outpatient and emergency medical services. Ensures coding systems, processes and reports are optimized so that data specific to each visit is accurately abstracted for the revenue cycle, research, OSHPD, data comparison studies, and medical record reviews. Reviews patient records for accuracy and completeness; arranges for authorized corrections and deletions, as necessary. Consults with appropriate medical staff regarding patient medical records and related coded information. Develops record systems and maintains data on central management information system or micro computer. Maintains records standards in compliance with all state, local and other regulatory agencies and prepares for regulatory changes. Consults with appropriate medical staff regarding patient medical records and related coded information. Receives input on departmental QA data, and works to implement process improvement at the unit level to minimize errors. Analyzes and monitors KPI (Key Performance Indicator) data and key departmental reports, distributing relevant information and discussing with staff. Consults with outside coding resources and coordinates their activities to ensure hospital quality and performance standards are met. Prepares for regulatory changes and ensures regulatory compliance. Develops and implements operational policies and procedures. Assists other departments which handle health information in following best practices.Other Functions: Performs other job-related duties as assigned. Incumbents must have the ability to perform the Essential Functions of the job.ORAL EXAM (Weight 100%): Will be conducted for the purpose of appraising training, education, experience, interest and personal fitness for the position. Applicants must attain at least a 70% score on each phase of the examination process.Kern Medical Center appointments include both full-time and part-time employment with benefits. APPLICANTS ARE ENCOURAGED TO CHECK BOTH REGULAR FULL-TIME AND REGULAR PART-TIME ON THEIR APPLICATION TO INCREASE THEIR EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES.For further information about this position and Kern Medical Center visit their web site at kernmedicalcenter.com or call 661-326-2640. APPLICATIONS MUST BE SUBMITTED TO THE KERN COUNTY PERSONNEL DEPARTMENT, 1115 TRUXTUN AVE., FIRST FLOOR, BAKERSFIELD, CA 93301.

SALARY: Level I: $3027 - $3695 Approximate Monthly Equivalent; Paid Biweekly.Level II: $3278 - $4002 Approximate Monthly Equivalent; Paid Biweekly.5% additional pay for evening shift work; 7 ½ % additional pay for night shift work. APPLICANTS MUST BE WILLING TO WORK ANY SHIFT OF A 24-HOUR PERIOD AND ANY 5 OF 7 DAYS.QUALIFICATIONS:LEVEL I: One year of diagnostic and procedure coding experience in a hospital, health care facility, or physician’s office.ORCompletion of a medical coding program whereby the necessary skills were obtained to successfully perform the essential functions of the job.LEVEL II: Three years of diagnostic and procedure coding experience in a hospital, health care facility or physician’s officeORCurrent registration as a Certified Coding Specialist (CCS) by the American Health Information Management Association.APPLICATION SUPPLEMENT MUST BE COMPLETED AND INCLUDED WITH YOUR APPLICATION MATERIALS.FOLLOWING AN OFFER OF EMPLOYMENT, YOU WILL BE REQUIRED TO SUBMIT TO POST OFFER MEDICAL AND DRUG SCREENING TESTS AT COUNTY EXPENSE.ADMITTANCE TO EACH PHASE OF THE EXAMINATION WILL REQUIRE A GOVERNMENT ISSUED PHOTOGRAPH IDENTIFICATION. APPLICANTS WHO ARE UNABLE TO PRESENT PROPER IDENTIFICATION MUST MAKE ARRANGEMENTS WITH THE PERSONNEL DEPARTMENT PRIOR TO THE TEST DATE.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:LEVEL I: Codes and abstracts routine and complex patient medical record information according to the International Classification of Diseases Clinical Modification Systems (ICD) and the current procedure terminology (CPT) Manual and coding conventions and guidelines as established by the Coding Clinic and Office of Statewide Planning Health Department (OSHPD) reporting requirements. Assists with statewide Office of Statewide Health Planning Department (OSHPD) reporting by determining accurate identification of the Diagnostic Related Group (DRG) for proper reimbursement. Assists in compiling statistical data for hospital reporting. Assists in training less experienced coders. Reviews medical record documentation/information and verifies coding and DRG assignments in response to billing requests. Responds to authorized requests from agencies, administration and individuals regarding DRG, coding questions or concerns. Maintains a working knowledge of current guidelines and regulations affecting code assignments through continuing education sessions and approved references such as journals, workshops and teleconferences.LEVEL II: In addition to the above: Assists in compiling statistical data for hospital reporting. Assists in training less experienced coders.Both Levels Other Functions: Performs other job-related duties as assigned. Incumbents must have the ability to perform the Essential Functions of the job.APPRAISAL (Weight 100%): of training, education, experience, interest and personal fitness for the work based on any combination of the following: Investigation, oral exam and rating of application. Applicants must attain at least a 70% score on each phase of the examination process.Kern Medical Center appointments include both full-time and part-time employment with benefits. APPLICANTS ARE ENCOURAGED TO CHECK BOTH REGULAR FULL-TIME AND REGULAR PART-TIME ON THEIR APPLICATION TO INCREASE THEIR EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES.For further information about this position and Kern Medical Center visit their web site at kernmedicalcenter.com or call 661-326-2640. APPLICATIONS MUST BE SUBMITTED TO THE KERN COUNTY PERSONNEL DEPARTMENT, 1115 TRUXTUN AVE., FIRST FLOOR, BAKERSFIELD, CA 93301.