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                                                             (Updated 8/6/07)

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Hospital Coding Manager
Coding Operations

With direction from the Director of Coding Operations, the Coding Manager
will ensure that diagnoses and procedures have been collected, coded and accurately
reflected utilizing DHMC coding/compliance regulations, governmental
regulations and National Coding Clinic guidelines. This position involves
developing and implementing appropriate compliance policies and procedures
for evaluating input, coding and sequencing, and providing accurate data to
support DRG and APC coding. Other responsibilities include maintaining the
flow of coding visits to meet billed revenue targets; developing departmental
objectives; supervising coding and clinical documentation specialist staff;
improving coding/documentation practices to optimize revenue captured for
health systems, maintaining staffing levels and budget; developing compliance
policies; monitoring potential risk exposure related to coding practices;
responding to non-compliance issues; and participating in reviews with external
coding auditing companies. Requirements include a Bachelor’s degree in Allied
Health, Health Care Administration or related field, CCS certification and 5
years of progressively responsible experience in medical coding or clinical health
care or equivalent. Must have leadership experience and a working knowledge
of hospital coding, APC and DRG application, anatomy and
physiology, medical terminology, Coding Clinic guidelines
and Medicare regulations.
EOE life works here.

Job Code 10955

Applicants are encouraged to apply online at:
www.dhmc.org
One Medical Center Drive
Lebanon, NH 03756


Coding Specialist III—Remote
Coding Operations

At the direction of the Hospital Coding Manager, review medical records of discharged patients to ensure that diagnoses and procedures have been recorded. As part of the DRG team, collect, code, and compile medical record data for future retrieval, reports, and reimbursement purposes.
Must pass a Coding Level III exam and meet eligibility requirements for home/remote coding.
MINIMUM EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE: High school graduate with a minimum of 5 years of coding experience required. Previous DRG Coding preferred. Strong organizational and analytical skills with the ability to effectively communicate, both orally and in writing with all levels of staff CPC-H, CCS, RHIA or RHIT certification required.

Job Code 10611

Applicants are encouraged to apply online at:
www.dhmc.org
One Medical Center Drive
Lebanon, NH 03756


Electronic Medical Records Manager

Under the general direction of the Director of Records Management/Health Information
Services, you will oversee the creation, storage, retrieval and retention of medical records in multiple
formats to assure optimal clinician access for treating patients, documenting patient care, performing
research and teaching, as well as to ensure proper legal and accreditation requirements.
Position involves facilitating the transition to a total electronic health record, assisting in technical
implementation, building relevant clinical content into workflows, addressing integration and
troubleshooting issues, providing training and facilitating policy and process development.
Candidates for this role should have a Bachelor’s degree in Health Information Management with
at least 3 years’ related management experience. Registered Health Information Administrator
(RHIA) or Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT) required, as is experience working
with and developing information systems programs. Must have strong project management, organizational and communication skills as well as the ability to collaborate with all levels of staff.

Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center is located in the heart of the Upper Valley area, and not
only enjoys beautiful surroundings, but the cultural diversity of a college/professional environment. The Medical Center includes a modern 400-bed tertiary care hospital, the Children's Hospital at Dartmouth, research and clinical facilities for Dartmouth Medical School, the Norris Cotton Cancer Center, and The Dartmouth-Hitchcock Clinic, a region wide multi-specialty community practice group started in 1927. Outdoor sports, skiing, hiking, boating, cinema, museums and galleries are just some of the activities in the area, which still retains the charm of small town community.

Please apply online at:
www.dhmc.org


Director of Health Information Management Franklin Memorial Hospital Farmington, ME

Introduction: Franklin Community Health Network is known for providing our community with comprehensive, cutting edge diagnostic equipment, high tech procedures, and a state of the art facility. However, our outstanding health system has also earned an extraordinary reputation for our ongoing commitment to the community and for the unique skill and compassion of our providers. Our mobile health program reaches thousands of individuals every year; our state of the art laboratory won a national distinction for customer service this year; mental health services offered by Evergreen Behavioral Services are among the most comprehensive in the region; and our health access programs are unequalled anywhere.

Job Description: Description: Responsibilities include overseeing activities related to the development, implementation, maintenance and adherence to the privacy and access to patient health information. Will provide oversight and direction to the coding, transcription, and chart completion in compliance with federal and state laws. Will prepare and analyze data to demonstrate performance goals and maintain a dynamic and effective quality control system.

Required Qualifications: A Bachelor's Degree in Health Information Management required.

Preferred Qualifications: MBA and RHIA certification preferred. RHIT may be considered. Leadership skills with 5 yrs supervisory experience also preferred.
 

Inpatient and Day Surgery Coders

Introduction: Franklin County Health Network is committed Welcome to Franklin Community Health Network (FCHN) online. Located in the scenic western mountains of Maine, FCHN is a locally controlled, nonprofit, integrated network of rural health-care providers, created by Franklin Memorial Hospital in 1991.

Status: Per Diem Shift: First Shift (Day) but can be flexible. Variable Schedule as Needed Per Diem position will fill in for vacations, illness, etc on an as needed basis. Responsibilities include assigning diagnosis and procedure codes for inpatient and same day surgery charts; clerical duties; and other duties as assigned.

Experience coding Inpatient and/or Same Day Surgery charts necessary. CCS certification required.
 

Contact for either of the above positions:
Recruiting / HR
Franklin Community Health Network
humanresources@fchn.org
Fax Number: 207 779-2606
 


Manager HIM & Patient Registration
Mid Coast Hospital

Introduction

Mid Coast Hospital's Health Information Management Department has a full time opportunity for a Manager of HIM and Patient Registration. This state-of-art 74 bed hospital is located on the beautiful coast of Maine.

Job Description: This position is responsible for the planning, organizing, directing, and staffing of the Health Information Management, Patient Registration, and Communications Departments which include medical transcription, coding and abstracting, record processing, release of information, patient registration and the switchboard. The Manager supports the overall strategic direction and initiatives for Mid Coast Health Services and plays an integral role in the revenue cycle management program.

Required Qualifications: RHIT, RHIA 3 to 5 years management experience

Education Qualifications: Bachelor's Degree

Contact

Coleen Farrell
Mid Coast Hospital
cfarrell@midcoasthealth.com
Phone Number: 207-373-6740
Fax Number: 207-373-6744
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