Inpatient II Coder

BJC is hiring for an Inpatient II Coder.  This is a PRN position.  We are looking for 2-5 years of inpatient coding experience.   Must have one of the following certifications:

• CCS, RHIA, or RHIT

Remote eligible states: 

• Alabama            Kentucky            Oklahoma          
• Arkansas           Louisiana            South Carolina
• Florida               Mississippi          Tennessee
• Georgia             Louisiana            Texas
• Indiana              North Carolina     Wisconsin
• Missouri
• Iowa                  Ohio   
• Kansas        

BJC HealthCare is one of the largest nonprofit health care organizations in the United States, delivering services to residents primarily in the greater St. Louis, southern Illinois and southeast Missouri regions. With net revenues of $6.3 billion and more than 30,000 employees, BJC serves patients and their families in urban, suburban and rural communities through its 14 hospitals and multiple community health locations. Services include inpatient and outpatient care, primary care, community health and wellness, workplace health, home health, community mental health, rehabilitation, long-term care and hospice.

BJC is the largest provider of charity care, unreimbursed care and community benefits in the state of Missouri. BJC and its hospitals and health service organizations provide $785.9 million annually in community benefit. That includes $410.6 million in charity care and other financial assistance to patients to ensure medical care regardless of their ability to pay. In addition, BJC provides additional community benefits through commitments to research, emergency preparedness, regional health care safety net services, health literacy, community outreach and community health programs and regional economic development.

BJC’s patients have access to the latest advances in medical science and technology through a formal affiliation between Barnes-Jewish Hospital and St. Louis Children’s Hospital with the renowned Washington University School of Medicine, which consistently ranks among the top medical schools in the country.

Role Purpose

The Inpatient Coder II assigns diagnosis and procedure codes for inpatient encounters, while adhering to all regulatory guidelines. This position demonstrates knowledge of complex medical and coding concepts.

Responsibilities

Minimum Requirements

Education

Experience

Supervisor Experience

Licenses & Certifications

Preferred Requirements

Experience

BJC Total Rewards

At BJC we’re committed to providing you and your family with benefits and resources to help you manage your physical, emotional, social and financial well-being.

• Comprehensive medical, dental, vison, life insurance, and legal services available first day of the month after hire date
• Disability insurance* paid for by BJC
• Annual 4% BJC Automatic Retirement Contribution
• 401(k) plan with BJC match
• Tuition Assistance available on first day
• BJC Institute for Learning and Development
• Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Paid Time Off benefit combines vacation, sick days, holidays and personal time
• Adoption assistance

To learn more, go to our Benefits Summary.

*Not all benefits apply to all jobs

The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees in this position. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. Equal Opportunity Employer

High school diploma or GED; 2-5 years inpatient coding experience; CCS, RHIA, or RHIT certification required; remote eligible in listed states.

Key Responsibilities

• assigning diagnosis codes
• abstracting data elements
• reviewing patient encounters

Job Details

• Category: Healthcare Services - Allied Health
• Seniority: Mid Level
• Commitment: Part Time
• Workplace: Remote — Alabama or Arkansas or Florida or Georgia or Indiana or Iowa or Kansas or Kentucky or Louisiana or Mississippi or Missouri or North Carolina or Ohio or Oklahoma or South Carolina or Tennessee or Texas or Wisconsin
• Salary: USD 44,886 – 74,547 / year
• Languages: English

Benefits

• 401k matching
• Generous paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement
• Retirement plan

About BJC HealthCare

One of the largest nonprofit health care organizations in the United States, delivering services to residents primarily in the greater St. Louis, southern Illinois and southeast Missouri regions. — Industry: Healthcare