Coding Educator

R1 is the leading provider of technology-driven solutions that transform the patient experience and financial performance of hospitals, health systems and medical groups. We are the one company that combines the deep expertise of a global workforce of revenue cycle professionals with the industry’s most advanced technology platform, encompassing sophisticated analytics, AI, intelligent automation, and workflow orchestration.

As our Coding Educator, you will help the Outpatient Coding Associates by developing and facilitating the coding education program. Every day you will, administer training plans on an individual and group basis, work with quality assurance and compliance teams to determine training needed, maintain and monitor training plans for the staff and keep training material updated, relevant and engaging and archived once completed. To thrive in this role you will be responsible for educating and training new and existing coders to ensure compliance with coding standards. The training will cover ICD, CPT, OPPS, and other relevant state and federal laws and regulations. The main objective of this role is to promote correct coding guidelines and initiatives for standardization within the organization. Reporting to the Manager of Education and Training, this position will play a crucial role in maintaining coding compliance throughout the organization.

Here’s what you will experience working as a Coding Educator:

Create, Administer, implement, and update the overall coding Outpatient education program for coding associates. Actively works with the Director of Coding Education, Director of Coding Quality Management (and/or other members of those teams) to identify areas where focused education may be needed for all production coders and subsequently develops the curriculum and plan for educating all coders. Administers curriculum for coders to acquire the knowledge and skills necessary for competency. Administers curriculum for newly hired coders to ensure proficiency and quality meets company standards. Provides "real world" coding experience for all coders prior to releasing any coder for production work. Tracks and manages all education activities for assigned sites and coding associates. Maintains knowledge of all current coding regulatory guidelines and governmental updates and communicates those changes to current staff and leadership to support appropriate, compliant coding. Provides constructive review and feedback to assist in the development of instructional materials to include course plans, objectives, and evaluation tools.

Required Skills

Minimum of four years of experience in production coding. AAPC or AHIMA coding credential CPC or CCS-PAbility to interact with other employees through effective communication. Excellent written and verbal communication skills and ability to deliver and teach complex coding concepts to small and large groups of coders and well as individuals. Experience creating presentations using PowerPoint or other similar technology. Strong problem-solving skills.

Desired Qualifications

Previous teaching or education experienceTwo years of experience in auditing or higher-level coding leadership/ managementAssociate or bachelor’s degree from an accredited university or college.

For this US-based position, the base pay range is $24.00 - $41.68 per hour . Individual pay is determined by role, level, location, job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

The healthcare system is always evolving — and it’s up to us to use our shared expertise to find new solutions that can keep up. On our growing team you’ll find the opportunity to constantly learn, collaborate across groups and explore new paths for your career.

Our associates are given the chance to contribute, think boldly and create meaningful work that makes a difference in the communities we serve around the world. We go beyond expectations in everything we do. Not only does that drive customer success and improve patient care, but that same enthusiasm is applied to giving back to the community and taking care of our team — including offering a competitive benefits package.

R1 RCM Inc. (“the Company”) is dedicated to the fundamentals of equal employment opportunity. The Company’s employment practices , including those regarding recruitment, hiring, assignment, promotion, compensation, benefits, training, discipline, and termination shall not be based on any person’s age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, medical condition, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. Furthermore, the Company is dedicated to providing a workplace free from harassment based on any of the foregoing protected categories.

If you have a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the job application process, please contact us at 312-496-7709 for assistance.

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