Medical Records Coder and Abstractor II

TriHealth•Norwood, OH

20h•Remote

About The Position

At TriHealth, our corporate team thrives on a service-oriented mindset grounded in inclusivity, innovation, and collaboration. We cultivate a supportive culture where every team member is valued, empowered, and given a true sense of belonging. When you join us, you become part of a community that invests in your personal well-being and your professional future. You’ll experience meaningful growth and development opportunities, excellent benefits, and a workplace where people actively support one another and share best practices every day. Here, your contributions matter—and together, we make a lasting impact. Location: This is a work from home role that requires residence in Ohio, Indiana, Kentucky, or Michigan. Will be required to come onsite once a quarter for any required department or TriHealth education. Schedule: Day Shift Benefits: https://careers.trihealth.com/what-we-offer/benefits Please note: OPTIONAL positions are not eligible for TriHealth benefits We offer competitive shift differentials where applicable, opportunities for professional growth, and a comprehensive benefits package that may include medical, dental, vision, paid time off, retirement savings plans, and tuition reimbursement.

Requirements

Currently enrolled in an approved program for specific field of study. (Required)
Proficiency in ICD and CPT coding
DRG’s MSDRG’s POA indicators
Post-acute transfer rules
Disposition status
Disease process and treatment
Anatomy and medical terminology
Clinical documentation requirements
AHIMA RHIT - Registered Health Information Technician RHIT - Registered Health Information Technician Continuing education pursued in accord with requirements of the accrediting bodies. within 180 Days Required
RHIA - Registered Health Information Administrator RHIA - Registered Health Information Administrator Continuing education pursued in accord with requirements of the accrediting bodies. within 180 Days Required or CCS - Certified Coding Specialist CCS-Certified Coding Specialist Continuing education pursued in accord with requirements of the accrediting bodies. within 180 Days Required or Other Certified Professional Coder (CPC) may be substituted at the hiring manager’s discretion. within 180 Days Required or CCA – Certified Coding Assoc CCA - Certified Coding Associate may be substituted at the hiring manager’s discretion. within 180 Days Required

Responsibilities

Independently and confidently delivers high quality results utilizing coding resources and provided education.
Reviews and interprets clinical documentation to assign accurate and complete codes, modifiers, DRG’s, and POA indicators.
Consistently meets monthly productivity goals set by department. Productivity guidelines for activities involved in the coding process are as follows: 1.25 Med/Surg cases per hour, 2 observations per hour, 2.5-3 OB/NB cases per hour, 3 Outpatient Surgeries per hour, 12 ED's per hour, 34 Ancillaries 5=>150, 4=149-120, 3=119-100, 2=99-80, 1=<80
Abstracts demographic and clinical data into hospital health data management systems. Discharges dispositions and other required data elements.
Engaged team member. Highly regarded for their work and leadership. Problem solves and develops solutions when raising issues. Positive role model and has influence on peers. Displays confidence and initiative. Volunteers to be a part of educational training sessions, volunteers for minutes and reflections for meetings. Goes out of the way to be an interactive part of the coding team. Attends all team meetings, takes advantage of extra educational opportunities, student mentoring education, team member ambassador program, etc. as needed/requested. Completes all bright ideas and required trainings on time.process.
Conducts retention visits and develops retention plans when requested and offered where turnover or workplace issues seem to be troublesome.
Prepares documentation and responses to unemployment compensation claims and attends unemployment hearings.
Provides Harassment Free/Diversity Inclusive Workplace Education, Professionalism Training and Workplace Violence education as needed to those areas identified as high risk.
Completes special projects as assigned.
Rounding with leaders of assigned regions, creating a trusting partnership.
Coaching leaders as necessary for performance counseling and performance evaluation.
Identifying trends within assigned region and working with HRBP to bring insights and initiatives to business unit leaders.
Be the point person for assigned region on investigations including but not limited to drug diversion and fitness for duty cases.
Partner with the LOA team as needed to support team members in accordance with organizational policies to apply FMLA or ADA needs for team members and leaders.