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Medical Coding Specialist II – Inpatient
Location
Illinois
Posted
2 days ago
Salary
$29 - $44 / hour
Seniority
Mid Level
Job Description
Job Requirements
- High School Diploma or equivalent and Medical Coding Education. In lieu of a medical coding education, an active coding certification is required. Required
- Graduate of a Health Information Technology program. Preferred
- 2 years Two years of progressive inpatient facility coding experience. Required
- 2 years Two or more years of inpatient facility coding experience in an Academic Medical Center and/or Level 1 Trauma Center. Preferred
- Certified Coding Specialist (CCS), Certified Inpatient Coder (CIC), Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT) or Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA). Certified Coding Specialist (CCS), Certified Inpatient Coder (CIC). Required
Benefits
- Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits package including: PTO, Medical, Dental, Vision, retirement, short and long-term disability, paternity leave, adoption assistance, tuition assistance
- Annual wellness reimbursement
- Opportunity for on-site day care through UW Health Kids
- Tuition reimbursement for career advancement--ask about our fully funded programs!
- Abundant career growth opportunities to nurture professional development
- Strong shared governance structure
- Commitment to employee voice
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