Posted:
9/20/2024, 7:33:29 AM
Location(s):
Jackson, Mississippi, United States ⋅ Mississippi, United States
Experience Level(s):
Mid Level ⋅ Senior
Field(s):
Customer Success & Support
Workplace Type:
Hybrid
Hello,
Thank you for your interest in career opportunities with the University of Mississippi Medical Center. Please review the following instructions prior to submitting your job application:
After you apply, we will review your qualifications and contact you if your application is among the most highly qualified. Due to the large volume of applications, we are unable to individually respond to all applicants. You may check the status of your application via your Candidate Profile.
Thank you,
Human Resources
Please complete this application in entirety by providing all of your work experience, education and certifications/
license. You will be unable to edit/add/change your application once it is submitted.
High school diploma or GED required. 6 months of medical coding experience directly applying codes. Education from an accredited program may be substituted for required experience.
CERTIFICATIONS, LICENSES OR REGISTRATION REQUIRED:
Must be able to obtain one medical coding certification from American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA), American Academy of Professional Coders (AAPC) within one (1) year of hire.
Accepted certifications from the Medical Coding Certification from American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA) or American Academy of Professional Coders (AAPC) include:
Knowledge of electronic coding systems. Knowledge of electronic health record. Proficient in the use of personal computers and related software applications. Proficient in the use of email application such as Outlook for email and scheduling purposes. Demonstrated ability to perform and maintain working relationships within the department and across all business units to foster a team environment. Effective written and verbal communication skills required. Proficient knowledge in Microsoft office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word & Outlook). Demonstrated ability to research and use available resources. Independent, focused and able to work remotely and follow written instructions. Demonstrated ability to use coding guidelines to assign correct codes with minimal supervision. Equipped to work remotely to include hardware and other access to be able to process work in a timely manner, to include such things as high-speed internet and windows software required.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
• Knowledge of medical terminology
• Knowledge of billing CPT and ICD coding required
• Ability to pay attention to detail
• Ability to provide a pleasant and welcoming appearance to all with which you come in contact
• Ability to read, write, type, and follow oral and written directions
• Ability to work independently to effectively and efficiently perform assigned duties
• Excellent interpersonal communication and organizational skills, pleasant attitude and proven ability to work effectively with others
UNDERSTANDING OF COST AND QUALITY ISSUES. EXCELLENT VERBAL AND WRITTEN COMMUNICATION SKILLS. INTERPERSONAL SKILLS TO INTERACT WITH A WIDE RANGE OF CONSTITUENCIES. DECISION-MAKING SKILLS. Demonstrated ability to perform and maintain working relationships within the department and across all business units to foster a team environment. Effective written and verbal communication skills required. Healthcare revenue cycle experience preferred. PROFICIENT knowledge AND EXPERIENCE in Microsoft office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word & Outlook).
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Environmental and Physical Demands:
Requires no exposure to unpleasant or disagreeable physical environment such as high noise level and exposure to heat and cold, no handling or working with potentially dangerous equipment, occasional working hours beyond regularly scheduled hours, occasional travelling to offsite locations, frequent activities subject to significant volume changes of a seasonal/clinical nature, constant work produced is subject to precise measures of quantity and quality, occasional bending, occasional lifting/carrying up to 10 pounds, occasional lifting/carrying up to 25 pounds, no lifting/carrying up to 50 pounds, no lifting/carrying up to 75 pounds, no lifting/carrying up to100 pounds, no lifting/carrying 100 pounds or more, occasional climbing, no crawling, occasional crouching/stooping, occasional driving, no kneeling,occasional pushing/pulling, frequent reaching, frequent sitting,frequent standing,occasional twisting, and frequent walking. (Occasional-up to 20%, frequent-from 21% to 50%, constant-51% or more)
Website: https://umc.edu/
Headquarter Location: Jackson, Mississippi, United States
Employee Count: 5001-10000
Year Founded: 1955
IPO Status: Private
Last Funding Type: Debt Financing
Industries: Education ⋅ Health Care ⋅ Medical