Remote CDI Specialist I

This applies to direct care staff (Examples: RN, LPN, Nurse Aides, Therapists) referred to Kentucky nursing facilities, assisted living communities, or long-term care facilities, in accordance with KRS 216.793. Only applicable for San Francisco Candidates : Under the San Francisco Lactation in the Workplace Ordinance, we will provide written notice of lactation accommodation rights, and this notice will automatically be given upon hiring, any inquiry of parental leave or lactation accommodation.

Pride Health is hiring a CDI Specialist I to support our client's healthcare facility in Rochester, MN.
 
Job Details: 
Schedule: Sun-Thurs schedule. Mandatory OT is expected, along with working the holiday when the holiday falls during the Sun-Thurs. schedule (unless the contractor is taking paid time off). The onboarding schedule will be Mon-Fri for appr. 3-4 weeks (maybe a little longer, if needed), prior to switching to the Sun-Thurs. schedule
Location:  Fully Remote
Float / Coverage Area:
Job Type: Local contract
Contract Length: 12-month contract (Possible Extension)
Pay Range: $62.00 to $64.00/hour*
Mileage Reimbursement Rate (if applicable): N/A
*Pay offered is based on experience, expertise, credentialing, and education.  
 
Duties: 

• Conduct concurrent and retrospective reviews of medical records to identify documentation gaps.
• Ensure accurate documentation of diagnoses, comorbidities, and patient severity of illness.
• Support appropriate coding, billing, and medical necessity requirements.
• Apply knowledge of disease processes, pathophysiology, and medications.
• Collaborate with physicians, coders, nurses, and case management teams to improve documentation.
• Educate healthcare providers on clinical documentation improvement practices.
• Ensure compliance with federal and state regulations, coding guidelines, and industry standards.

Requirements: 

• Education: 

• High school diploma/GED required.
• Must hold one of the following: RN, RHIT, RHIA, RRT, CCS, CCS-P, or International/Domestic Medical Degree.

• License(s): N/A
• Certification(s): Must have CDIP or CCDS certification.
• Years of experience: 

• Minimum 2+ years of inpatientCDI Specialist experience.
• Recent experience in a production CDI role within the last 12 months.

• Skills/Specialties/Technology:

• Advanced knowledge of pathophysiology, medications, and clinical documentation.
• Strong analytical, critical-thinking, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Flexibility to work evenings or weekends as needed.

Interested? Apply Today! For workers in the United States, PrideGlobal and it's affiliates offers eligible employee’s comprehensive healthcare coverage (medical, dental, and vision plans), supplemental coverage (accident insurance, critical illness insurance and hospital indemnity), 401(k)-retirement savings, life & disability insurance, an employee assistance program, legal support, pet insurance and employee discounts with preferred vendors.

Equal Employment Opportunity
PrideGlobal and it's affiliates are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of the race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, reproductive health decision making, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, sexual orientation, veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Fair Chance Employment
PrideGlobal and it's affiliates are a Fair Chance employer. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with applicable state and local Fair Chance laws and ordinances, including, the California Fair Chance Act and all applicable local Fair Chance ordinances.

Accommodations
We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or interview process, or to perform the essential functions of this role, please contact us.

Only applicable for San Francisco Candidates: Under the San Francisco Lactation in the Workplace Ordinance, we will provide written notice of lactation accommodation rights, and this notice will automatically be given upon hiring, any inquiry of parental leave or lactation accommodation.

Only applicable for Kentucky positions: For this type of employment, state law requires a criminal record check as a condition of employment. This applies to direct care staff (Examples: RN, LPN, Nurse Aides, Therapists) referred to Kentucky nursing facilities, assisted living communities, or long-term care facilities, in accordance with KRS 216.793.