Southcentral Foundation

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Description

Coding Specialist I

Hiring Range $22.99 to $30.66

Coding Specialist II

Hiring Range $26.33 to $35.10

Hiring Incentives

Sign on bonus

Summary of Job Responsibilities:

The Southcentral Foundation (SCF) Coding Specialist is responsible for reviewing and assigning accurate dental, medical and behavioral codes for diagnoses, procedures, and services performed by physicians and other qualified healthcare providers in the office setting. The Coding Specialist are proficient in coding across a wide range of services, including evaluation and management, surgery, radiology, pathology, behavioral, of medical and dental procedures. The Coding Specialist demonstrates sound knowledge of dental and/or medical coding guidelines and regulations including compliance and reimbursement. The Coding Specialist has knowledge of Current Procedural Terminology (CPT), Healthcare Common Procedure Coding System (HCPCs), and International Classification of Diseases, 10th Revision (ICD-10) as well as knowledge of anatomy, physiology, and medical terminology necessary to correctly code provider diagnosis and services.

This position has two (2) levels designed to provide progressively more responsible and independent work experiences. Progression between job levels is based on the demonstrated ability to successfully handle more progressively responsible assignments.

Qualifications:

SCF programs are established to serve a primary population comprised of Alaska Native people who are affiliated with Cook Inlet Region, Inc. (CIRI) and Alaska Native and American Indian people within SCF’s geographical service area. Employees should have a thorough understanding of the cultures and the needs of this population. Such knowledge is critical to ensure the achievement of SCF’s vision of a Native Community that enjoys physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual wellness, and mission of working together with the Native Community to achieve wellness through health and related services:

1. Postsecondary certificate in medical billing and coding; OR Associate’s Degree in Accounting, Health Care Financial Management or related field; OR equivalent combination of training, education and related experience.
2. Certification in one of the following:
   • Dental Coding and Billing, through AAPC
   • CPC (Certified Professional Coding) through AAPC,
   • CCS or (Certified Coding Specialist),
   • CCS-P (Certified Coding Specialist-Professional),

3. One (1) year of dental, medical, or behavioral coding and/or billing experience.

4. Two (2) years of clerical experience working in a healthcare organization or in a position that requires understanding and application of basic accounting principles or equivalent.

Additional Qualifications for Coding Specialist II:

1. Two (2) additional years of dental and/or medical or behavioral coding experience; OR certification in one of the following:

• RHIT (Registered Health Information Technician) or,
• RHIA (Registered Health Information Administrator) through AHIMA.

Working Environment:

• Individuals may be exposed to: none
• Noise Level: moderate noise (i.e. business office, with computers and printers, light traffic).
• Local Travel: SCF serves communities throughout the State of Alaska. Many of the communities are accessible via the Alaska road system. Individuals in this position can be required to travel to road-accessible facilities by either driving or being a passenger in a vehicle or by use of alternative transportation.
• Remote Travel: SCF serves communities throughout the State of Alaska. Many of the communities are rural and cannot be accessed via the Alaska road or rail system. Individuals in this position can be required to travel to rural locations via various modes of transportation which can include small airplanes with additional local transportation by boat, snow machine and/or all-terrain vehicle.

Physical Demands:

• Position Requirements: stand (under 1/3 time); walk (under 1/3 time); sit (over 2/3 time); use hands for dexterity to handle or feel (over 2/3 time); reach with hands and arms (under 1/3 time); climb or balance (under 1/3 time); stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl (under 1/3 time); talk or hear (over 2/3 time).
• Weight Lifted or Force Exerted: up to 10 pounds (to 2/3 time); up to 25 pounds (under 1/3 time); up to 50 pounds (under 1/3 time).
• Special Vision Requirements: none.
• Additional Physical Demands: employee may be required to work holidays, evenings, weekends, and nights.

Age(s) and Population(s) Served:

Age(s)

Population(s)

• This position does not provide direct customer-owner care.
• This position does not provide direct customer-owner care.

Alaska Native/American Indian Preference in Employment

Pursuant to the Indian Self-Determination and Education Assistance Act, as amended, SCF pursues a policy of Alaska Native/American Indian preference in hiring, contracting, and training.

Qualifications

Behaviors

Preferred

Team Player

: Works well as a member of a group

Dedicated

: Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity

Detail Oriented

: Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well

Motivations

Preferred

Work-Life Balance

: Inspired to perform well by having ample time to pursue work and interests outside of work

Self-Starter

: Inspired to perform without outside help

Growth Opportunities

: Inspired to perform well by the chance to take on more responsibility

Goal Completion

: Inspired to perform well by the completion of tasks

Flexibility

: Inspired to perform well when granted the ability to set your own schedule and goals

Ability to Make an Impact

: Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization

Licenses & Certifications

Required

Professional Coder CPC

Equal Opportunity Employer

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