Job Title: Clinical Documentation Improvement Analyst 3Scope of PositionThe Clinical Documentation Improvement (CDI) Quality Analyst is a highly experienced clinical documentation professional responsible for performing a dual-function role consisting of concurrent CDI reviews and second-level reviews focused on quality measures, clinical validation, and advanced work queue (WQ) management. This position supports accurate and complete documentation to reflect the true severity of illness, risk of mortality, and quality of care provided, and functions as a liaison between the CDI department, coding, quality and compliance.Position SummaryThe Clinical Documentation Improvement (CDI) Quality Analyst supports initiatives to improve healthcare provider documentation integrity and ensure accurate medical coding within the Ohio State University Health System. The CDI Analyst 3 follows JCAHO, CMS, and third‑party payer documentation guidelines and the official guidelines for assigning ICD‑10 working diagnosis and procedure codes in efforts to continually improve the quality of medical record documentation. The CDI Quality Analyst completes second level review for quality measures, clinical validation, and outcomes improvement. The position provides internal education to CDI Analysts, healthcare providers, and interdisciplinary work groups, and assists with audits to ensure compliance and coding accuracy and identify professional development opportunities for the CDI team.Required QualificationsBachelor's degreeActive RN licenseMinimum four (4) years of experience including acute care nursing, education, and clinical documentation integrityMust hold certification as a Certified Clinical Documentation Specialist (CCDS) or Certified Documentation Improvement Practitioner (CDIP), or must be obtained within one (1) year of hirePreferred QualificationsExperience in Clinical Documentation Integrity Auditing/EducationStrong understanding of CMS, Vizient, AHRQ, and other payer/quality methodologiesProficiency with IHIS and CDI software platformsExperience with mortality index analysis and documentation impact on quality scoresProficiency in ICD‑10‑CM coding and AHA Coding ClinicOngoing QualificationsMaintain RN licensure in good standingExcellent analytical, communication, and collaboration skillsAbility to work independently and manage multiple tasks effectivelyFamiliarity with payor compliance and quality metricsActive involvement in quality assurance and process improvement initiativesEnsuring compliance with all relevant healthcare regulations and standardsLocation: RemotePosition Type: RegularScheduled Hours: 40Shift: Final candidates are subject to successful completion of a background check. A drug screen or physical may be required during the post‑offer process.The university is an equal opportunity employer, including veterans and disability.#J-18808-Ljbffr