Recording Clerk/Specialist

RWJBarnabas Health Corporate Services

Belleville, NJ

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Acute Care, Anatomy, Clinical Nursing, Clinical Study Publications, Community Health, Computer Software, Critical Care, Documentation, Emergency Care, English Language, Healthcare, Healthcare Providers, ICD-10, Medical Coding, Medical Conditions, Medical Diagnosis, Medical Records, Medical Treatment, Nursing, Nursing Credentials, Patient Assessment, Patient Care, Patient Education, Performance Management, Pharmacology, Physiology, Postanesthesia, Quality Metrics, Reimbursement, Risk
LOCATION
Belleville, NJ
POSTED
2 days ago
Job Title: Clinical Document Specialist Barnabas Health Corp Status: Full-Time Shift: Day The above reflects the anticipated annual salary range for this position if hired to work in New Jersey. A clinical documentation specialist (CDS) reviews a patient’s medical records to ensure documentation is accurate as well as up-to-date with the latest information on a patient’s illness. A CDS must have familiarity with the codes involved with medical records, each of which is used to indicate some aspect of the patient’s medical information, condition and the treatment received. A CDS must have the clinical knowledge to talk with doctors, nurses and other healthcare providers about the treatment a patient has received, especially if there are gaps in the healthcare record.   Graduate from an accredited school of nursing with a BSN degree Minimum 5 years acute hospital experience as a clinical nurse Must read, write and speak English.  Advanced understanding of anatomy, physiology, pathophysiology, and pharmacology The ability to work independently with minimal supervision Able to quickly learn new concepts and software   Understanding of ICD-10-CM coding requirements Adult acute care experience in med/surg, critical care, emergency, or PACU   Working Hours: Hybrid - four days onsite, one day remote. Clara Maas Medical Center in Belleville, NJ   Concurrently review and evaluate selected patient's medical records for overall quality and completeness Assisting in clarifying documentation regarding the patient’s diagnoses and/or procedures, co-morbid conditions, complications, and other reportable data elements including quality measures and severity of illness and risk of mortality (SOI/ROM) Clarifications will be completed by utilizing computer software to generate the clarification. Collaborate with physicians, non-physician clinicians, coding professionals on an ongoing basis regarding documentation opportunities, coding and reimbursement issues and relevant quality and performance improvement opportunities.   At RWJBarnabas Health, our market-competitive Total Rewards package provides comprehensive benefits and resources to support our employees’ physical, emotional, social, and financial health. Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance Dental and Vision Insurance Retirement Plans Short & Long Term Disability Life & Accidental Death Insurance Tuition Reimbursement Health Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts Choosing RWJBarnabas Health! RWJBarnabas Health is the premier health care destination providing patient-centered, high-quality academic medicine in a compassionate and equitable manner, while delivering a best-in-class work experience to every member of the team. We honor and appreciate the privilege of creating and sustaining healthier communities, one person and one community at a time. As the leading academic health system in New Jersey, we advance innovative strategies in high-quality patient care, education, and research to address both the clinical and social determinants of health. RWJBarnabas Health aims to truly make a unique impact in local communities throughout New Jersey. From vastly improving the health of local residents to creating educational and career opportunities, this combination greatly benefits the state. We understand the growing and evolving needs of residents in New Jersey—whether that be enhancing the coordination for treating complex health conditions or improving community health through local programs and education.

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