A leading healthcare provider in San Diego, California, seeks a professional to provide coding support and appeal guidance related to reimbursement issues. The ideal candidate has at least 5 years of experience in coding and auditing, and is a Certified Professional Coder (CPC). Responsibilities include acting as a liaison between departments, researching policies, and ensuring timely follow-up collections. A Bachelor's degree is preferred. This role offers competitive hourly pay between $36.830 and $53.230.
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$36.8-53.2 hourly 4d ago
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Medical Records Specialist
Us Tech Solutions 4.4
Medical coder job in Whittier, CA
Shift/Schedule: Onsite, M-F 8am-4:30pm.
This position processes health information under the direction of the HIM Director or designated supervisor. This position is responsible for coordinating physician medical record completion and the quantitative analysis of all medical record patient types based upon standards established by Title 22, CIHQ, Conditions of Participation and the Medical Staff Rules and Regulations.
Responsibilities:
Safeguards and preserves the confidentiality of patient's protected health information in accordance with State and Federal (HIPAA) regulatory requirements, hospital, and departmental policies.
Ensures a safe patient environment and adherence to safety practices per policy.
With consideration to age, employee utilizes the approved process to resolve biophysical, psychological, educational, and environmental needs of patient/significant other when administering care.
Notifies physicians of medical records requiring their completion in accordance with Medical Staff Bylaws, Rules and Regulations, Title 22, and Center for Improvement in Healthcare Quality (CIHQ) and all other applicable regulatory agencies. Maintains documentation of the notifications.
Administers all medical staff guidelines as it pertains to the medical record completion, uniformly and consistently among all members of the medical staff. May perform daily counts of number of records pending completion using the computer-generated reports. Monitors unsigned and refused electronic orders, tasks, and documents.
Retrieves incomplete records and/or assists physicians on a one-to-one basis in completing their records electronically.
Activates temporary suspension of medical staff privileges when records are not completed in a timely manner. Communicates suspension information to other departments per Health Information Management Department procedures. Maintains documentation of days on suspension to fulfill mandated reporting requirements and Medical Staff reappointment/credentialing needs.
Analyzes and re-analyzes incomplete paper and electronic medical records to assure the completeness of information. Updates chart tracking system to reflect the current status of the incomplete record.
Scans loose filing into the ChartMaxx System.
Utilizes ChartMaxx to accomplish deficiency analysis and reporting.
Adheres to daily productivity standards provided in separate documentation.
Oversees all incomplete medical record activities and functions.
Assists physicians with record completion issues and escalates them if resolution cannot be achieved in a timely manner.
Completes a RLDatix Incident Report for any potential compensable event identified during the record review or completion process.
Conducts record review function with established criteria and provides data to Director or designated supervisor.
Able to perform basic eScription1 monitoring, pending and look up functions
Operates the office equipment normally used in the routines of daily work, such as photocopy machine, facsimile (FAX) equipment, computers, scanners, and telephones.
Must be able to communicate effectively with all ages of customers served.
Abides by and strongly enforces all compliance requirements and policies and performs his/her responsibilities in an ethical manner consistent with the organization's values.
Experience:
3-5 years of Medical Record experience in an acute care setting
Previous experience with electronic health record applications
Skills:
Medical Record documents. Able to categorize forms/documents within the medical record. Physician chart completion and chart deficiency analysis
Basic keyboarding skills. Typing speed of 35 wpm
Must be knowledgeable of medical terminology and familiarity with computers. Must be detailed oriented, self-motivated
Ability to withstand the pressure of continual deadlines and receipt of work with variable requirements
Ability to use standard office equipment including computers, photocopy, facsimile (FAX) and scanners
Knowledge of Title 22, CIHQ, Conditions of Participation, Medical Staff Bylaws and Medical Staff Rules and Regulations.
Education:
High School Diploma/GED
About US Tech Solutions:
US Tech Solutions is a global staff augmentation firm providing a wide range of talent on-demand and total workforce solutions. To know more about US Tech Solutions, please visit ************************
US Tech Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer.All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
Recruiter's detail:
Name: Vivek Kumar
Email: **********************************
Internal ID: 26-01166
$32k-39k yearly est. 1d ago
Billing Medical Coder
Insight Global
Medical coder job in Sacramento, CA
Insight Global's client within the healthcare industry is looking to hire a Billing MedicalCoder for a direct hire, hybrid role onsite in Sacramento, CA. The Billing MedicalCoder is responsible for the day-to-day coding and billing operations for all services billable under grants, federal, state, and county programs including Medicare, Medi-Cal, managed care and private insurances.
REQUIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
• Current CPC certification through AAPC or AHIMA, must be kept current and in good standing. • Minimum of 2 years of experience in medical coding.
• Knowledge and understanding of medical coding including insurance payor guidelines, ICD1O, CPT Billing, E/M coding.
• Ability to work in collaboration with the Billing Manager to provide clinician education on coding guidelines.
• Ability to analyze medical records in an Electronic Health Record system to identify documentation deficiencies and verify documentation supports diagnoses, procedures and treatments.
NICE TO HAVE SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
• FQHC experience.
• Ochin Epic or Epic experience.
$39k-54k yearly est. 2d ago
HIM Data Specialist
Valley Children's Healthcare 4.8
Medical coder job in Madera, CA
Health Information Management Data Specialist
Responsible for case identification, accessioning, and data abstraction for multiple clinical registries, including the California Perinatal Quality Care Collaborative (CPQCC), ImproveCareNow (ICN), and the Pediatric Cardiac Critical Care Consortium (PC4). Accurately abstracts required data elements from the medical record and enters, validates, and maintains data within Valley Children's Healthcare comparative database systems and registries. Supports both internal and external administrative, clinical, and statistical reporting needs.
Experience
Minimum of one (1) year of related experience required
Education / Licenses / Certifications
Associate degree (2-year) in Health Information Technology required
Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT) or Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA) required
Active California Registered Nurse (RN) license preferred
About Valley Children's Healthcare
The award winning Valley Children's Healthcare, is located in the heart of the affordable, Central Valley of California in Madera, just a short drive to 3 national parks and your choice of California coastline beaches. The hospital is one of the largest pediatric healthcare networks in the Country with a 358-bed hospital and several outpatient clinics.
$130k-183k yearly est. 1d ago
Medical Records Clerk
Managed Staffing, Inc. 4.4
Medical coder job in Downey, CA
Job Title: Medical Records Specialist / Health Information Management Technician
This position processes health information under the direction of the HIM Director or designated supervisor. This position is responsible for coordinating physician medical record completion and the quantitative analysis of all medical record patient types based upon standards established by Title 22, CIHQ, Conditions of Participation and the Medical Staff Rules and Regulations.
SPECIFIC SKILLS NEEDED
Demonstrates knowledge of the following:
Medical Record documents
Physician chart completion and chart deficiency analysis
Basic keyboarding skills
Must be knowledgeable of medical terminology and familiarity with computers
Typing speed of 35 wpm
Able to categorize forms/documents within the medical record
Must be detailed oriented, self-motivated
Ability to withstand the pressure of continual deadlines and receipt of work with variable requirements
Ability to concentrate and maintain accuracy despite frequent interruptions
Ability to be courteous, tactful, and cooperative throughout the workday
Ability to use standard office equipment including computers, photocopy, facsimile (FAX) and scanners
Knowledge of Title 22, CIHQ, Conditions of Participation, Medical Staff Bylaws and Medical Staff Rules and Regulations.
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/TRAINING
Required:
Knowledgeable of Windows Software
3-5 years of Medical Record experience in an acute care setting
Previous experience with electronic health record applications
Preferred:
High School graduate or equivalent
Knowledge of physician record completion and HIPAA
Knowledge of medical terminology
$30k-37k yearly est. 1d ago
Medical Records Clerk
Prokatchers LLC
Medical coder job in Hanford, CA
Prepares medical records for scanning efficiency according to established procedures, guidelines, and productivity standards.
Retrieves and files old paper records required for patient care, assists with release of information services.
Interviews mothers for birth certificate information and enters the information into electronic birth certificate system.
Reviews upended transcription queues and releases to PowerChart.
HIM certification that is preferred.
$32k-40k yearly est. 2d ago
Medical Records Clerk
Lifelongmedicalcare 4.0
Medical coder job in Berkeley, CA
Come join a dynamic care team at LifeLong Medical Care. We are looking for a Medical Records Clerk at our Central Triage office. The Medical Records Clerk is responsible for implementing day-to-day Medical Records assignments and assuring timely response to the provider team. Under general supervision of the Medical Records Lead, the Medical Records Clerk is responsible for the maintenance of patient medical records, implementation of systems for the retrieval of medical records and for supporting effective department workflow.
This is a full time, 40 hours/week, benefit eligible position.
This position is represented by SEIU-UHW. Salaries and benefits are set by a collective bargaining agreement (CBA), and an employee in this position must remain a member in good standing of SEIU-UHW, as defined in the CBA.
LifeLong Medical Care is a multi-site, Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) with a rich history of providing innovative healthcare and social services to a wonderfully diverse patient community. Our patient-centered health home is a dynamic place to work, practice, and grow. We have over 15 primary care health centers and deliver integrated services including psychosocial, referrals, chronic disease management, dental, health education, home visits, and much, much more.
Benefits
Compensation: $20 - $21/hour. We offer excellent benefits including: medical, dental, vision (including dependent and domestic partner coverage), generous leave benefits including ten paid holidays, Flexible Spending Accounts, 403(b) retirement savings plan.
Responsibilities
* Maintains medical records system, including: pulling charts for patient appointments, re-filing charts, assembling new charts and integrating them into files, filing lab reports, repairing charts, and locating charts for medical providers and other staff members.
* Assists triage nursing team by pulling charts for triage calls.
* Duplicates immunization records when requested by patients.
* Responds to written requests for patient information and calls from other facilities by pulling charts and forwarding to appropriate provider in timely fashion.
* Assists chart prep personnel by locating results when requested to do so the day prior to the patient's appointment.
* Receives daily incoming mail, distributes with charts as needed to appropriate recipients.
* Manages retrieval of charts from storage, purges charts and manages storage of purged charts.
* With instruction from provider, arranges for copying patient records requests and/or complete records requests from outside sources, adhering to timelines for completion.
* Other duties as assigned by Medical Records Supervisor.
Qualifications
* Ability to prioritize work and ability to multitask.
* Ability to read and comprehend instructions, procedures, and emails
* Strong clerical and computer skills, experience with practice management systems.
* Excellent internal and external customer service skills and ability to maintain a positive attitude under pressure.
* Strong organizational, administrative and problem-solving skills, and ability to be flexible and adaptive to change.
* Ability to seek direction/approval from on essential matters, yet work independently with little onsite supervision, using professional judgment and diplomacy.
* Work in a team-oriented environment with a number of professionals with different work styles and support needs.
* Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written skills and ability to effectively work with people from diverse backgrounds and be culturally sensitive.
* Conduct oneself in internal and external settings in a way that reflects positively on LifeLong Medical Care as an organization of professional, confident and sensitive staff.
* Ability to see how one's work intersects with that of other departments of LifeLong Medical Care and that of other partner organizations.
* Make appropriate use of knowledge/ expertise/ connections of other staff.
* Be creative and mature with a "can do", proactive attitude and an ability to continuously "scan" the environment, identifying and taking advantage of opportunities for improvement.
Job Requirements
* High school diploma or GED.
* Two years' experience in medical records.
* One-year experience using electronic health records system.
* Knowledgeable in basic medical terminology.
* Proficient in Microsoft office suite.
Job Preferences
* Community Health Care setting
* Epic Systems EHR
* Bilingual English/Spanish.
$20-21 hourly Auto-Apply 30d ago
Medical Device QMS Auditor
Bsigroup
Medical coder job in California
We exist to create positive change for people and the planet. Join us and make a difference too!
Do you believe the world deserves excellence?
BSI (British Standards Institution) is the global business standards company that equips businesses with the necessary solutions to turn standards of best practice into habits of excellence.
Our Medical Devices (or Regulatory Services) team ensures patient safety while supporting timely market access for our clients' medical device products globally. BSI is an accredited ISO 13485 Certification Body recognized in many global markets
Essential Responsibilities:
Analyze quality systems and assess ISO 13485, CE Marking and MDSAP schemes.
Prepare assessment reports and deliver findings to clients to ensure client understanding of the assessment decision and clear direction to particular items of corrective action where appropriate
Recommend the issue, re-issue or withdrawal of certificates, and report recommendations in accordance with BSI policy, procedures and prescribed time frame.
Maintain overall account responsibility and accountability for nominated accounts to ensure an effective partnership, whilst ensuring excellent service delivery and account growth.
Lead assessment teams as required ensuring that team members are adequately briefed so that quality of service is maintained and that effective working relationships are sustained both with Clients and within the team.
Provide accurate and prompt information to support services, working closely with them to ensure that client records are up to date and complete and that all other internal information requirements are met.
Coach colleagues as appropriate especially where those members are inexperienced assessors or unfamiliar with clients' business/technology and assist in the induction and coaching of new colleagues as requested
Plan/schedule workloads to make best use of own time and maximize revenue-earning activity.
Education/Qualifications:
Associate's degree or higher in Engineering, Science or related degree required
Minimum of 4 years experience in the medical device field including at least 2 years must be hands-on medical device design, manufacturing, testing or clinical evaluation experience.
The candidate will develop familiarity with BSI systems and processes as they go through the qualification process.
Knowledge of business processes and application of quality management standards.
Good verbal and written communication skills and an eye for detail.
Be self-motivated, flexible, and have excellent time management/planning skills.
Can work under pressure.
Willing to travel on business intensively.
An enthusiastic and committed team player.
Good public speaking and business development skill will be considered advantageous.
The salary for this position can range from $98,100 to $123,860 annually; actual compensation is based on various factors, including but not limited to, the candidate's competencies, level of experience, education, location, divisional budget and internal peer compensation comparisons. BSI offers a competitive salary, group-sponsored health and dental, short-term and long-term disability, a company-matched 401k plan, company paid life insurance, 11 paid holidays and 4 weeks paid time off.
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About Us
BSI is a business improvement and standards company and for over a century BSI has been recognized for having a positive impact on organizations and society, building trust and enhancing lives.
Today BSI partners with more than 77,500 clients in 195 countries and engages with a 15,000 strong global community of experts, industry and consumer groups, organizations and governments.
Utilizing its extensive expertise in key industry sectors - including automotive, aerospace, built environment, food and retail, and healthcare - BSI delivers on its purpose by helping its clients fulfil theirs.
Living by our core values of Client-Centricity, Agility, and Collaboration, BSI provides organizations with the confidence to grow by partnering with them to tackle society's critical issues - from climate change to building trust in digital transformation and everything in between - to accelerate progress towards a better society and a sustainable world.
BSI is an Equal Opportunity Employer dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace.
$98.1k-123.9k yearly Auto-Apply 48d ago
Medical Coder
Cypress Healthcare Partners 3.8
Medical coder job in Monterey, CA
Job DescriptionCypress Healthcare Partners is now hiring remote candidates for the MedicalCoder position.
This position is responsible for abstracting provider services accurately into billable codes from the medical documentation in accordance to the coding ethics of American Academy of Professional Coders (AAPC), American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA) and/or National Alliance of Medical Auditing Specialists (NAMAS) and payer coverage guidelines. Furthermore, responsible for posting and reconciling charges and communicating with provider/staff of medical necessity of services, unspecified, truncated, and lack of supporting diagnoses along with incomplete or missing documentation.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES & DUTIES:
Responsible for abstracting provider services into billable codes (CPT, HCPCS, & ICD-10) from the medical documentation in accordance with the coding ethics of AAPC, AHIMA, and NAMAS and payer coverage guidelines in an accurate and timely manner.
Post and reconcile hospital setting (IP/OP/OBS) charges daily.
Communicate inefficiencies to the coding supervisor such as the medical necessity of services; unspecified truncated and lack of supporting diagnoses; incomplete or missing documentation along with any inappropriate coding and documentation trends.
Reference coding and payer resources to accurately code and bill the provider documented services.
When needed, assist the AR Specialist with a complicated coding denial. Furthermore, the coder assists with creating an appeal letter regarding the coding denial along with any supporting documentation. Coder will forward the appeal documentation(s) to the AR Specialist to handle.
Continue education with coding and billing via Encoder Pro, coding subscriptions and resources provided by CHP.
Other duties as assigned.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
Have experience properly coding (CPT, HCPCS, & ICD-10) services from the medical documentation in accordance with the coding ethics of AAPC, AHIMA, and NAMAS.
Must be able to communicate effectively in English, verbally, and written. Additional languages are desirable.
Excellent customer service and phone etiquette skills.
Must be able to maintain a high degree of confidentiality and work well under productivity standards.
Able to prioritize and balance the workload on short and long-term company needs.
Must be able to work independently and be able to solve problems efficiently and accurately.
Able to create channels of communication to obtain information necessary to perform job tasks.
Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize a high-volume workload.
Helpful attitude, positive teamwork spirit with a willingness to help.
CREDENTIALS/EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE
High School Diploma or Equivalent required.
Minimum of 2 years of experience in medical billing and/or coding.
Certifications in Medical Billing and Coding highly desirable
$42k-57k yearly est. 25d ago
Medical Records Coder
Charter Healthcare
Medical coder job in Rancho Cucamonga, CA
A MedicalCoder possesses the ability to work with other members of the company. Needs to be a driven and goal-oriented individual that can organize, coordinate, and manage documents from the whole Interdisciplinary Team. An attention to detail is necessary to achieve quality assessments and auditing paperwork. They must have a sympathetic attitude toward overall goal of giving the patient quality care while demonstrating positive communication skills in interacting with other members of the team.
REPORTS TO: Billing Manager
SUPERVISES: None
QUALIFICATIONS:
Credentials: CCS (Certified Coding Specialist) license is preferred.
Experience: At least one year of health care experience.
Core Competencies: Knowledge of state and federal regulations for clinical aspects of Home Health. Abilities in data entry. Possesses excellent verbal, written, and computer skills.
FUNCTIONS & RESPONSIBLITIES:
1. Analyzes and obtains information from a patient's chart
2. Responsible for abstracting appropriate ICD-9 diagnosis codes necessary for claims filing
3. Clarifies with clinicians for corrections and completion of charts
4. Audits visit frequency
5. Responsible for the accuracy and auditing of OASIS and 485
6. Responsible for a smooth, timely, professional, and appropriate flow and sharing of information between staff
7. All other tasks and duties deemed necessary and appropriate.
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$59k-84k yearly est. 60d+ ago
Pro Fee Coder - Behavioral Health
Savista
Medical coder job in California
Here at Savista, we enable our clients to navigate the biggest challenges in healthcare: quality clinical care with positive patient experiences and optimal financial results. We partner with healthcare organizations to problem solve and deliver revenue cycle improvement services that enable their success, support their patients, and nurture their communities, all while living our values of Commitment, Authenticity, Respect and Excellence (CARE).
The Pro Fee Coder will review clinical documentation to assign and sequence diagnostic and procedural codes for specific patient types to meet the requirements of hospital data or physician data retrieval for billing and reimbursement. Coder II may validate APC calculations to accurately capture the diagnoses/procedures documented in the clinical record for hospitals. The Coder II performs documentation review and assessment for accurate abstracting of clinical data to meet regulatory and compliance requirements. Coder II may interact with client staff and providers.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Select and sequence ICD-10, and/or CPT/HCPCS codes for designated patient types which may include but not limited to: Ancillary (Diagnostic)/ Recurring; Hospital, Clinic; Physician Pro Fee; Technical Fee or Evaluation and Management, any associated chart capturing with any patient type.
Review and analyze facility records to ensure that APC assignments and/or Evaluation and Management codes accurately reflect the diagnoses/procedures documented in the clinical record.
Abstract clinical data from the record after documentation review to ensure that it is adequate and appropriate to support diagnoses, procedures and discharge disposition is selected.
Complete assigned work functions utilizing appropriate resources. May act as a resource with client staff for data integrity, clarification and assistance in understanding and determining appropriate and compliant coding practices including provider queries.
Maintain strict patient and provider confidentiality in compliance with all HIPPA Guidelines.
Participate in client and Savista staff meetings, trainings, and conference calls as requested and/or required.
Maintain current working knowledge of ICD-10 and/or CPT/HCPCS and coding guidelines, government regulations, protocols and third-party requirements regarding coding and/or billing.
Participate in continuing education activities to enhance knowledge, skills, and maintain current credentials.
SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS:
Candidates must successfully pass pre-employment skills assessment. Required:
An active AHIMA (American Health Information Association) credential including but not limited to RHIA, RHIT, CCS, CCA, or an active AAPC (American Academy of Professional Coders) credentials COC (formerly CPC-H), CCS-P, or CPC or related specialty credential.
Two years of recent and relevant hands-on coding experience
Knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy and physiology, pharmacology, pathophysiology, as well as ICD-10 and CPT/HCPCS code sets
Ability to consistently code at 95% threshold for quality while maintaining client-specific and/or Savista production and/or quality standards
Proficient computer knowledge including MS Office including the ability to enter data, sort and filter excel files, (Outlook, Word, Excel)
Must display excellent interpersonal and problem-solving skills with all levels of internal and external customers
PREFFERED SKILLS:
Recent and relevant experience in an active production coding environment strongly preferred
Associates degree in HIM or healthcare-related field, or combination of equivalent education and experience
Experience using Athena, Optum (a plus)
Note: Savista is required by state specific laws to include the salary range for this role when hiring a resident in applicable locations. The salary range for this role is from $22.08 - $34.69 an hour. However, specific compensation for the role will vary within the above range based on many factors including but not limited to geographic location, candidate experience, applicable certifications, and skills.
SAVISTA is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, age, veteran status, disability, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, religion, gender identity or any other federal, state or local protected class.
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$22.1-34.7 hourly Auto-Apply 16d ago
Coder II, HIM - HIM Financial - Full Time 8 Hour Days (Non-Exempt) (Non-Union)
Usc 4.3
Medical coder job in Los Angeles, CA
In accordance with federal coding compliance regulations and guidelines, use current ICD-10-CM, CPT-4, and HCPCS code sets/systems to accurately abstract, code, and electronically record into the 3M Coding & Reimburse System (3M-CRS) & the coding abstracting system (3M-ClinTrac), all diagnoses, surgical procedures, and other significant invasive and non-invasive procedures documented by any physician in outpatient medical records (i.e. OP Ancillary/Clinic Visits, and an assorted outpatient surgeries: GI Lab, Heart Cath Lab, Pain Management surgery, and Invasive Radiology, etc.). Address OCE/NCCI edits within 3M-CRS and those returned from the Business Office. Understands PFS coding/billing processes & systems such as PBAR and nThrive/MedAssets/XClaim in a manner to assure claims drop timely with appropriate codes. Performs other coding department related duties as assigned by HIM management staff.
Essential Duties:
Ambulatory Surgery coding of all diagnostic and procedural information from the medical records using ICD-10-CM, ICD-10-PCS, and CPT/HCPCS, and Modifier classification systems and abstracting patient information as established and required by official coding laws, regulations, rules, guidelines, and conventions.
Reviews the entire medical record; accurately classify and sequence diagnoses and procedures; ensure the capture of all documented conditions that coexist at the time of the encounter/visit, all medical necessity diagnoses, complications, co-morbidities, historical condition or family history that has an impact on current care or influences treatment, and all external causes of morbidity.
Enter patient information into inpatient and outpatient medical record databases (ClinTrac/HDM). Ensures accuracy and integrity of medical record abstracted UB-04 & OSHPD data elements prior to billing interface and claims submission.
Works cooperatively with HIM Coding Support and/or Clinical Documentation Improvement Specialist in obtaining documentation to complete medical records and ensure optimal and accurate assignment of diagnosis & procedure codes.
Assists in the correction of regulatory reports, such as OSHPD data, as requested.
Attendance, punctuality, and professionalism in all HIM Coding and work related activities.
Consistently assumes responsibility and displays reliability for completion of tasks, duties, communications and actions. Completes tasks accurately, legibly, and in a timely fashion.
Performs other duties as requested/assigned by Director, Manager, Supervisor, or designee.
Ability to achieve a minimum of 95% coding accuracy rate as determined by any internal or external review of coding and/or department quality review(s).
Ability to achieve a minimum of 95% abstracting accuracy rate of UB-04 and OSHPD data elements as determined by any internal or external review of coding and/or department quality review(s).
Assist in ensuring that all medical records contain information necessary for optimal and accurate coding and abstracting.
Recognizes education needs of based on monthly reviews and conducts self-improvement activities.
Ability to act as a resource to coding and hospital staff on coding issues and questions.
Ability to improve MS-DRG assignments specific to the documentation & coding of PDx, SecDx, CC/MCC, PPx, and SecPx in accordance with official coding laws, regulations, rules, guidelines, and conventions.
Ability to improve APR-DRG, SOI, and ROM assignments specific to the documentation & coding of PDx, SecDx, CC/MCC, PPx, and SecPx in accordance with official coding laws, regulations, rules, guidelines, and conventions.
Ability to improve APC/HCC assignments specific to medical necessity documentation & coding of PDx, SecDx, and CPT/HCPCS in accordance with official coding laws, regulations, rules, guidelines, and conventions.
Maintains at minimum, expected productivity standards (See HIM Practice Guidelines) and strives to maintain a steady level of productivity and provides consistent effort.
Works coding queues/task lists to ensure 95% of patient bills are dropped within 5 days after patient discharge/date of service.
Works coding queues/task lists to ensures the remaining 5% of patient bills are dropped within 2 weeks of discharge/date of service.
Assist other coders in performance of duties including answering questions and providing guidance, as necessary.
Assists Patient Financial Services (PFS), Patient Access, and other departments in addressing coding issues/questions and/or providing information so that an interim bill can be generated. Assists with physicians, physician office staff and hospital ancillary department staff with diagnostic or procedural coding issues/questions, as needed.
Assists in the monitoring unbilled accounts to ensure that the oldest records are coded and/or given priority.
Maintains AHIMA and or AAPC coding credential(s) specified in the job description.
Attend coding & CDI seminars, webinars, and in-services to maintain the required annual continued education units (CEU).
Keep up-to-date and reviews ICD-10 Official Guidelines for Coding & Reporting, AHA Coding Clinic, and CPT Assistant to maintain knowledge of the principles of coding.
Keep up-to-date and reviews other professional journals and newsletters in a timely fashion to maintain knowledge of the principles of coding.
Consistently attend and actively participate in the daily huddles.
Consistently adhere to HIM policies and procedures as directed by HIM management.
Demonstrates an understanding of policies and procedures and priorities, seeking clarification as needed.
Participates in continuously assessing and improving departmental performance.
Ability to communicate changes to improve processes to the director, as needed.
Assists in department and section quality improvement activities and processes (i.e. Performance Improvement).
Works and communicates in a positive manner with management and supervisory staff, medical staff, co-workers and other healthcare personnel.
Ability to communicate effectively intra-departmentally and inter-departmentally.
Ability to communicate effectively with external customers.
Provides timely follow-up with both written and verbal requests for information, including voice mail and email.
Working knowledge and efficient navigation of the Electronic Health Record (EHR): Cerner/Powerchart & Coding mPage.
Working knowledge, efficient navigation, & full use of 3M-CRS Encoder system; utilize to expedite coding process; utilize all references.
Knowledge & understanding of PFS system (PBAR) functionality and any interface with the coding abstracting system: ClinTrac.
Working knowledge, efficient navigation, & full use of ‘HDM/HRM/ARMS Core' coding & abstracting software.
Working knowledge, efficient navigation, & full use of ‘3M 360 Encompass/CAC'.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications:
Req High school or equivalent
Req Specialized/technical training Successful completion of college courses in Medical Terminology, Anatomy & Physiology and a certified coding course
Req 1 year Experience in ICD-9 & ICD-10 (combined) and CPT/HCPCS coding of ambulatory surgery medical records in hospital or outpatient surgical center.
Req Experience in using computereized coding & Abstracting database software and encoding/code-finder systems.
Req Knowledge of federal coding compliance regulations and guidelines.
Req Knowledge of medical terminology.
Req Strong computer skills.
Preferred Qualifications:
Required Licenses/Certifications:
Req Certified Coding Specialist - CCS (AHIMA) or AHIMA Certified Coding Specialist - Physician (CCS-P); or AAPC Certified Professional Coder (CPC); or AAPC Certified Outpatient Coding (COC) If there is the absence of a national coding certificate and the coder possesses any one of the following national certifications, the coder will be required to pass any of the national coding examinations Re: the aforementioned coding certificates within six (6) months of employment: 1. AHIMA Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT) 2. AHIMA Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA) Successful completion of the hospital specific coding test - with a passing score of ≥70%. The coding test may be waived for former USC or agency/contract HIM Coding Dept. coders who historically/previously met the ≥ 90% internal/external audit standards of the previously held USC Job Code.
Req Fire Life Safety Training (LA City) If no card upon hire, one must be obtained within 30 days of hire and maintained by renewal before expiration date. (Required within LA City only)
The hourly rate range for this position is $39.00 - $63.95. When extending an offer of employment, the University of Southern California considers factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, federal, state, and local laws, contractual stipulations, grant funding, as well as external market and organizational considerations.
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$39-64 hourly Auto-Apply 10d ago
HIM Certified Coder Specialist
Southern Inyo Healthcare District
Medical coder job in Lone Pine, CA
CERTIFICATION REQUIRED
2+ YEARS OF EXPERIENCE
Pending job description
$52k-78k yearly est. Auto-Apply 60d+ ago
Medical Records Clerk
JBA International 4.1
Medical coder job in Agoura Hills, CA
Skills/Qualifications:
· Proficiency in Excel, Word, and Outlook
· Strong reading comprehension and data entry skills with a focus on accuracy
· Basic understanding of workers' compensation and medical terminology (preferred)
· A1- Law Case Management Software and EAMS a plus
The ideal candidate will be highly organized, detail-oriented, and work well under pressure, with the ability to juggle multiple projects simultaneously. Must possess excellent communication skills, be a team player, and have pride in work product. This is a fast-paced position that requires a sense of urgency while maintaining accuracy.
Our client is a growing California workers' compensation defense firm with multiple offices in California. Named one of the Best Places to Work by various regional Business Journals, as well as the Recipient of the Great Place to Work award two years in a row, the firm offers a competitive compensation package to include 100% company-sponsored employee Medical, Vision, Short Term Disability, Long Term Disability and Life insurance benefits, a 401k plan, paid time off, and optional voluntary dental plan. We offer excellent work/life balance in a collaborative and casual work environment.
Compensation: From $18.00 per hour
Schedule:
Day Shift (Required)
8-hour shift
Monday to Friday
Ability to commute/relocate:
Agoura Hills, CA 91301: Reliably commute (Required)
Education & Experience:
High school or equivalent
Medical Records: 1 year (Preferred)
$18 hourly 60d+ ago
PA UCC Certified Code Specialist
Barry Isett & Associates 3.7
Medical coder job in Lancaster, CA
Barry Isett & Associates (Isett) is an employee-owned multi-discipline engineering/consulting firm headquartered in Allentown, PA, with additional offices throughout eastern and central PA. Isett associates get the opportunity to perform meaningful work that helps enrich our community each and every day. Our company is a values-based organization which has been recognized for its award-winning culture through several regional and statewide programs:
Best Places to Work in PA (annually since 2019)
The Morning Call's Top Workplaces (annually, since 2013)
Empowering Women Award by Central Penn Business Journal and Lehigh Valley Business (2023)
Philadelphia Inquirer's Top Workplaces (2023)
Corporate Citizen of the Year (by the Lehigh Valley Business Journal)
The Societas Award for Responsible Corporate Conduct (for Ethics).
Barry Isett & Associates is looking for ICC/PA UCC Certified Code Specialists to perform inspections and plan reviews for commercial (and residential) properties for clients throughout eastern PA. We are looking for additional associates to work for our municipal clients in the Lancaster area on a full-time or part-time basis.
Through performing these inspections, we are beautifying our community and upholding safety standards.
Benefits
Career advancement and continuing education opportunities
Employee engagement events and parties
Work-life balance & flexible working schedules
Paid vacation/holiday/sick time
Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurances
Discounted and/or free Isett wear
Parental leave
401k/Roth match
In additional to standard company benefits, our code professionals also receive:
Company supplied cell phone, or opt out credit
Company vehicle
Requirements
Multiple ICC/PA UCC Commercial certifications and a willingness to continue training. (Commercial certifications preferred but the right candidate with all residential certifications, including residential electric inspector will be considered.)
Valid driver's license and the ability to travel to client sites.
Ability to establish and maintain professional working relationships with our clients and other Isett associates.
Demonstrated skills in organizing resources and establishing priorities.
Plan review certification/experience a plus.
Candidates will be encouraged (and supported) to obtain additional certifications.
Ability to work independently/remotely.
Ability to obtain Act 34, 151 and 114 clearances as needed for residential inspections.
We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from all qualified candidates. We are committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation or gender identity), nation origin, age (40 or older), disability or genetic information (including family medical history).
Please, no third-party recruiters.
$59k-75k yearly est. 60d+ ago
Medical Billing Reimbursement Specialist - Multi Specialty
Bass Computers 4.4
Medical coder job in Walnut Creek, CA
Join our exciting Billing Team! If you are looking for some challenges, career growth, step up in your billing knowledge this is the right opportunity for you!
We are looking for detailed, energetic, focused medical billers who are high achievers and take their career seriously.
Job Opening Opportunities:
Charge Entry/AR Follow up Specialists openings are available in the following specialties: Imaging, Thoracic, General Surgery, Colorectal, Podiatry, Pain Management, Orthopedics, Radiation Oncology and Call Center.
Previous medical billing experience or experience with EPIC/ECW/Athena software is a plus
About Us:
BASS Medical Group is a large physician owned, physician directed, and patient centered organization. Our goals are to provide high quality, cost effective, integrated, healthcare and physician services. To preserve community based independent physician practice locations throughout California. At BASS Medical Group, our practices are closer and more connected to the people and neighborhoods we serve. With a more personal touch to healthcare and easier access to the care you need, we help guide patients to the best possible outcome.
Requirements
Recommend knowledge and skills :
Superior phone communication skills with providers, carriers, patients, and employees
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
Strong attention to detail
Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-volume work environment
Positive attitude
Great attendance and punctuality
Knowledge of modifiers, insurance plans, and follow up techniques
Job Duties but are not limited to:
Perform the day-to-day billing and follow-up activities within the revenue operations
Work all aging claims from Work Ques or Aging reports
Present trends or issues to supervisor, and work together to make improvements
Resolve denials or correspondences from patients and insurance carriers
Assist in patient calls and questions
Follow team and company policies
Meet productivity standards
Write clear and concise appeal letters
Minimum qualifications:
High School diploma or equivalent
Medical Billing Certificate preferred or
At least a year of Medical billing experience
Proficiency with Microsoft office applications
Basic typing skills
Location: Walnut Creek, CA or Brentwood, CA (Depending on Experience)
Salary: based on experience
Pay Scale/Ranges:
$21.00 - $32.00/hour
*Employees actual pay rate will depend on a host of factors including, without limitation, job location, specialty, skillset, education, and experience. The pay scale/ranges shown are representative of the pay rates for the job title reflected above, but an employees actual pay rate will be determined on a case-by-case basis.
Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, LTD, Life, AD&D, Aflac insurances, Nationwide Pet Insurance, FSA/HSA plans, Competitive 401K retirement plan. Vacation & Sick Leave, 13 Paid Holidays per year
Job Type: Full-time
Salary Description $16.50-$32.00/hour
$21-32 hourly 60d+ ago
Orthodontic Dental Biller and Coder
Cb 4.2
Medical coder job in Los Angeles, CA
Benefits:
401(k)
401(k) matching
Competitive salary
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Opportunity for advancement
We are seeking a motivated, punctual, and outgoing Orthodontic Dental Biller and Coder to join our team! In this role, you will be responsible for customer focused, compassionate, and dedicated to facilitating solutions to patient's dental health needs. The Orthodontic Dental Billing Specialist will work in a growing practice with a great team that makes coming to work engaging and supportive. We offer training to those who are looking for a career with growth potential and the opportunity to fulfill our mission to provide quality affordable dental care to our patients. In working with new & existing team members with an open heart & mind; additional responsibilities including the below:
SPECIFIC DUTIES
Accurately prepare and submit insurance claims, including working with state-sponsored insurance programs
Ensure all billing codes are accurate and comply with regulatory requirements, minimizing claim rejections and delays.
Masterfully present financial plans and address patient concerns.
Ensure exceptional patient experience and office efficiency.
Follow the Orthodontist's instructions and adhere to the Orthodontist's directives on billing.
Make welcome calls to all new patient starts, answer initial questions, set and manage expectations for the patient's treatment financially
Track and follow up on outstanding claims to ensure timely payment, addressing any issues such as appeals or discrepancies as they arise
Assist with patient billing inquiries, providing clear and accurate information regarding their insurance coverage and out-of-pocket costs
Present and explain all treatment plans involving out of pocket costs again to patients, if needed
Ensure effective communication when explaining financial options. Take ownership for all treatment, payment, and appointment related needs and inquiries from patients in person and over the phone
Continuously assist patients in offering (payment plans including) Care Credit payment options.
Ensure all patient payments and insurance statements are up to date and current
Keep detailed records of all billing activities, ensuring compliance with legal and regulatory standards
Work with team members in other departments to ensure seamless billing operations
Assist in identifying, alerting front desk, and collecting previous balances and current copays
Keep up to date with changes in insurance regulations, billing practices, and coding requirements to ensure compliance and accuracy
Performs miscellaneous job-related as assigned
Full Time position that will lead to full benefits. Compensation: $24.00 - $28.00 per hour
$24-28 hourly Auto-Apply 60d+ ago
Orthodontic Dental Biller and Coder
Dental Administrators Inc.
Medical coder job in Los Angeles, CA
Job DescriptionBenefits:
401(k)
401(k) matching
Competitive salary
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Opportunity for advancement
We are seeking a motivated, punctual, and outgoing Orthodontic Dental Biller and Coder to join our team! In this role, you will be responsible for customer focused, compassionate, and dedicated to facilitating solutions to patients dental health needs. The Orthodontic Dental Billing Specialist will work in a growing practice with a great team that makes coming to work engaging and supportive. We offer training to those who are looking for a career with growth potential and the opportunity to fulfill our mission to provide quality affordable dental care to our patients. In working with new & existing team members with an open heart & mind; additional responsibilities including the below:
SPECIFIC DUTIES
Accurately prepare and submit insurance claims, including working with state-sponsored insurance programs
Ensure all billing codes are accurate and comply with regulatory requirements, minimizing claim rejections and delays.
Masterfully present financial plans and address patient concerns.
Ensure exceptional patient experience and office efficiency.
Follow the Orthodontists instructions and adhere to the Orthodontists directives on billing.
Make welcome calls to all new patient starts, answer initial questions, set and manage expectations for the patient's treatment financially
Track and follow up on outstanding claims to ensure timely payment, addressing any issues such as appeals or discrepancies as they arise
Assist with patient billing inquiries, providing clear and accurate information regarding their insurance coverage and out-of-pocket costs
Present and explain all treatment plans involving out of pocket costs again to patients, if needed
Ensure effective communication when explaining financial options. Take ownership for all treatment, payment, and appointment related needs and inquiries from patients in person and over the phone
Continuously assist patients in offering (payment plans including) Care Credit payment options.
Ensure all patient payments and insurance statements are up to date and current
Keep detailed records of all billing activities, ensuring compliance with legal and regulatory standards
Work with team members in other departments to ensure seamless billing operations
Assist in identifying, alerting front desk, and collecting previous balances and current copays
Keep up to date with changes in insurance regulations, billing practices, and coding requirements to ensure compliance and accuracy
Performs miscellaneous job-related as assigned
Full Time position that will lead to full benefits.
$38k-48k yearly est. 15d ago
HIM/MEDICAL RECORDS SPEC/TECH
Universal Health Services 4.4
Medical coder job in Madera, CA
Responsibilities River Vista Behavioral Health sits along the bluffs overlooking the San Joaquin River, this brand new, 128-bed facility, will provide high-quality and advanced behavioral health services to residents and visitors in the Central Valley. The new hospital will employ more than 250 people, including clinicians, nurses, mental health technicians, support staff and administration.
We are currently seeking a forward thinking and compassionate Health Information Management (HIM) Technician to be part of our HIM Team Under the general direction of the director (or designee), medical record department, this individual is responsible for processing all internal and external reports needing filing in the records; retrieval of permanent records; file new records and re-file continuing records; any other duties assigned by the Director of Medical Records. Employee works under continual, regular supervision. All work is carried out in accordance with the department's approved policies and procedures.
JOB RESPONSIBLITIES:
* Abstracts statistical data from discharged patient records using hospital abstracting system.
* Accurately codes admission, interim and final diagnoses using DSM and ICD coding manuals and their versions.
* Safeguards and preserves the confidentiality of patient identifiable information in accordance with hospital and departmental policy.
* Promotes a positive working environment and guest relations.
* Assumes and/or performs additional duties as requested.
QUALIFICATIONS
Education: High school graduate or equivalent.
Experience: A minimum of two (2) years experienced in HIM/medical records is required.
Additional Requirements: Possess basic clerical training, which includes computer skills, basic filing skills and fundamental knowledge of office procedures. Basic knowledge of medical content and sequence. Must be fluent in English, with special emphasis on alphabetization, also able to process work, using both alphabetical and numerical filing systems. The technician must possess relevant experience in clerical duties sufficient for individual development to the level of independent functioning with minimal direction.
KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS:
* Must have knowledge of medical terminology and be skilled in the use of DSM and ICD medical terminology.
* Must be able to perform assignments with minimal supervision.
* Must be able to perform concentrated and/or complex mental activity with frequent involvement in complex and/or highly technical situations; Must be able to work successfully under highly stressful conditions.
* Must be able to make sound, independent judgments based on scientific and/or ethical principles.
* Must be able to comprehend and perform oral and written instructions and procedures.
* Must be able to collaborate with other multidisciplinary team members in an appropriate fashion.
* Must be capable of adapting to varying workloads an work assignments on a constant basis;
* Must have effective comprehensive reading skills, strong communication skills, written and verbal.
Qualifications
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS OF THE POSITON:
* If working with Children, age group 4 - 13, Adolescents, age group 14 - 17, or Gero-Psychiatric patients, age group 55 or above, must be able to demonstrate special training, knowledge and skills specific to age groups, as well as job and/or program specific competency within the first three (3) months of training.
* Must complete all required mandatory in-services annually.
* Must be tested for Tuberculosis with a PPD skin test or chest x-ray upon hire; PPD skin test required annually or chest x-ray tri-annually thereafter.
GENERAL WORKING ENVIRONMENT: Working conditions for all employees are as follows, but not limited to a psychiatric hospital setting; some risk involved in the event of aggressive patient(s); work load may include day, evening, night, weekend and/or holiday shifts.
Mental demands described herein are representative of those which must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job, but are not limited to the ability to remain calm in a stressful environment; and the emotional stability, physical stamina and agility to handle stress and respond quickly and effectively to emergency situations.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
* Must occasionally utilize physical ability for lifting or exerting force up to 25 lbs., climbing or balancing, and seeing with correction for peripheral vision.
* Must frequently utilize physical ability for lifting or exerting force up to 10 lbs., and crouching or stooping.
* Must regularly utilize physical ability for standing, walking, sitting, fingering or manual dexterity, repetitive finger motion, reaching or stretching, speaking, hearing and seeing with correction for close and distance vision, color discrimination, depth perception and focusing ability.Mental demands include but are not limited to emotional stability, physical stamina and agility to handle stress and respond quickly and effectively to emergency situations.
CUSTOMER SERVICE
* Demonstrates a service focus in all interactions.
* Demonstrates proper etiquette by acknowledging patients, guests, employees etc., promptly and by answering the phone properly (salutation, identify self and department, and within three rings).
* Keeps customers informed by explaining procedures and updating them on changes, or delays in procedure.
* Offers an explanation of reasons behind policies, procedures, and instructions (when possible).
* Responds to information requests about the hospital and/or its programs within 24-hours to both community and professional external customers.
MISCELLANEOUS
* Assures department is maintained in clean and safe manner.
* Complies with established measures for infection control, OSHA regulations and risk management.
* Adheres to facility standards concerning conduct, dress, and attendance and punctuality.
* Follows all facility, departmental and personnel policies and procedures. Complies with the Employee Code of Ethics.
* Attends regular staff meetings and department required functions.
ATTENDANCE AND RELIABILITY
* Reports to work on time for assigned shifts.
* Maintains a good attendance record consistent with the hospital attendance policy.
MACHINES, TOOLS, EQUIPMENT, AND OTHER WORK AIDES:
THIS SECTION DESCRIBES THOSE MACHINES, TOOLS, EQUIPMENT, AND OTHER WORK AIDES AN EMPLOYEE IN THIS POSITION MUST BE ABLE TO USE.
* Computer system and printer.
* Telephone and paging system.
* Copy, Fax, Scan machine.
* Policies, procedures, plans and program manuals.
Additional Requirements:
A strong knowledge of The Joint Commission, HCFA, OSHA regulations, and patient rights standards and all other applicable federal and state laws and regulations governing mental health care facilities.
One of the nation's largest and most respected hospital companies, Universal Health Services, Inc. (UHS) has built an impressive record of achievement and performance. Steadily growing from a startup to an esteemed Fortune 500 corporation, UHS today has annual revenue nearing $10 billion. UHS is recognized as one of the World's Most Admired Companies by Fortune; ranked #276 on the Fortune 500 and listed #275 in Forbes inaugural ranking of America's Top 500 Public Companies.
EEO Statement:
All UHS subsidiaries are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates. UHS subsidiaries are equal opportunity employers and as such, openly support and fully commit to recruitment, selection, placement, promotion and compensation of individuals without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), genetic information, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
We believe that diversity and inclusion among our teammates is critical to our success.
Notice:
At UHS and all our subsidiaries, our Human Resources departments and recruiters are here to help prospective candidates by matching skillset and experience with the best possible career path at UHS and our subsidiaries. We take pride in creating a highly efficient and best in class candidate experience. During the recruitment process, no recruiter or employee will request financial or personal information (Social Security Number, credit card or bank information, etc.) from you via email. The recruiters will not email you from a public webmail client like Hotmail, Gmail, Yahoo Mail, etc. If you are suspicious of a job posting or job-related email mentioning UHS or its subsidiaries, let us know by contacting us at: ************************* or **************.
$33k-41k yearly est. 33d ago
Public Safety Records Specialist
County of Madera
Medical coder job in Madera, CA
Under direction, performs a variety of responsible and complex clerical tasks associated with the preparation, processing, and maintenance of various legal documents in the Sheriff's Office; maintains financial records on all receipts and disbursements; performs collections work; performs a variety of specialized clerical work in the maintenance and updating of criminal history files and records; and performs related work as required.
SUPERVISION EXERCISED
May exercise technical and functional (lead) supervision over assigned clerical staff.EXAMPLES OF IMPORTANT AND ESSENTIAL DUTIES
* Stays current with knowledge related to public safety by attending professional conferences and in-service education programs, as well as by reviewing information obtained from Department memoranda, staff meetings and professional publications to attain and maintain public safety-related knowledge and skills and determine the impact of developments and change on providing service excellence.
* Demonstrates sensitivity to and understanding of historically minoritized groups and participates in professional development activities to increase cultural competency to enhance equity-minded practices within the county.
When assigned to the Civil Division:
* Receives, reviews, processes, and maintains various civil documents, such as summons, subpoenas, notices, orders, citations, and civil writs of attachment, execution, restitution, possession, claim and delivery; maintains accurate and complete records for receipts and disbursements of civil process moneys and other funds deposited to the Sheriff's trust account by posting, checking, balancing, and adjusting accounts and keeping subsidiary ledgers.
* Acts as a receptionist by screening telephone calls and taking messages; assists the public in person or by telephone; provides informational assistance to the public; explains to and assists the public and other County staff in particular departmental policies/procedures associated with the functions of the Civil Division; explains applicable laws to employers, financial institutions and others pertaining to the collection of money under court orders; explains applicable laws to employees regarding remedies for money attached under court orders; prepares wage and bank garnishments; initiates and maintains a variety of paper and electronic files, records and reports; computes fees and interest.
When assigned to the Jail Division:
* Identifies, prepares, maintains, and updates criminal history records; receives, processes, and files Court Minute Orders, records, files, and information; types and proofreads a variety of information cards, forms, and documents including fingerprint cards and correspondence; disseminates bail information and accepts bail-bonds; maintains calendar for court ordered self-commits; corrects booking errors; processes and identifies mug shots; operates applicable computer systems including C.L.E.T.S. to send administrative messages and retrieve information regarding warrants, raps, DMV, and extraditions; processes and disseminates citations and FTA's to Madera County courts and outside county courts; processes booking information and files; prepares files pending transport to/from the statewide prison system and county jails; makes necessary arrangements and preparations for pickups on interstate extraditions; releases County parolees; identifies releases including cites, court orders, and time serves; identifies and interprets sentences and advises Jail Services Operation and Transport; provides identification and notification to INS/U.S. Border Patrol, State Parole and California Department of Corrections, and County Probation;
* Processes extraditions to demanding states; responds to inquiries and requests for information/records over the phone and in person; work with Federal, State, and local law enforcement agents; maintains security of criminal history information; releases information within Federal, State, and local laws, codes, and regulations including State Penal Code regulations; identifies, clarifies, and resolves court order discrepancies; assists Watch Commanders in disseminating criminal history information, interpreting Court Minute Orders, interpreting State Statute Codes, and performing booking procedures; contacts arresting agencies for clarification of legally correct Statutes codes; advises County Probation Officers in interpreting criminal history records for time credits; compares fingerprints for ID, clarity, and for classifiable usage by the Department of Justice and FBI; identifies multiple files through print cards, photos, and rap sheets; identifies aliases and updates the computer system; updates UCR/Statute Codes into DOC booking system; contacts courts for warrants checks; purges photos and criminal history records in accordance with State Statute regulations; uses a computer to maintain and update records and produce documents, forms, and correspondence including merging information and files and retrieving information from a variety of systems and applications.
OTHER RELATED DUTIES
* May be assigned disaster service worker responsibilities as directed.
* Performs related duties and responsibilities as assigned.
RELATED EXPECTATIONS
The Madera County Sheriff's Office is centered on the philosophy of Problem Oriented Policing. Employees are expected to provide high quality service to the public. As with all employees, Public Safety Records Specialists are expected to make non-enforcement contacts with the public to identify the needs of the community more clearly, and to assist the public in solving community problems.Knowledge of:
* Policies and procedures of the Madera County Sheriff's Office in relation to the functions of the Civil and Jail Division.
* California State Sheriff's Association procedural manual Code of Civil Procedures and Civil Codes.
* State laws governing the processing, service, and return of civil papers.
* Pertinent laws, codes, statutes, regulations, rules, policies, and procedures regarding the service of execution of documents related to the functions and business of the Civil and Jail Division.
* Legal terminology applicable to the civil process.
* Appropriate procedures for accepting and serving civil process, including the attachment and sale of property.
* Legal provisions governing the control and disbursement of funds.
* General methods and practices of bookkeeping and financial and statistical recordkeeping.
* Basic accounting principles and practices, including mathematical calculations.
* Laws, codes, regulations, and legal procedures as they pertain to collection of delinquent accounts.
* Operations, functions, services, and activities of a local law enforcement agency.
* Safe driving principles and practices.
* Safety policies and safe work practices applicable to the work being performed.
* Local geography, County streets, public buildings, and businesses.
* Principles and practices of sound business communication including proper English usage, grammar, spelling and punctuation.
* Basic principles and practices of organizational improvement and culture change.
* Record keeping and report preparations techniques to ensure department compliance.
* Standard office practices and procedures, and the operations of standard office equipment.
Skill to:
* Use sound judgment and make appropriate decisions in stressful situations and analyze and adapt to new situations quickly.
* Operate modern office equipment including computer equipment.
* Operate a motor vehicle safely.
Ability to:
* Prepare and maintain accurate records.
* Perform a variety of complex legal clerical and processing tasks.
* Examine documents for completeness, sufficiency, and conformity.
* Learn to operate the C.L.E.T.S. computer system.
* Draft effective and concise correspondence necessary to carry out the functions of the Civil and Jail Division.
* Stay current with changes in laws and procedures affecting work.
* Analyze data, interpret directions, procedures, and regulations, and develop appropriate responses.
* Perform technical level research as it relates to the civil process.
* Work independently without close supervision in standard work situations.
* Maintain confidential information in accordance with legal standards and/or county regulations.
* Promote good community relations and build community confidence in the Sheriff's Office.
* Communicate tactfully, respectfully, and effectively with board members, administrators, staff, and the public, both orally and in writing, in a manner consistent with the department's policing and customer service policies.
* Represent the County effectively in dealings with other law enforcement agencies, community and business organizations, the media, and the public.
* Effectively engage and support historically minoritized groups by addressing issues of equity and improving culturally responsive service-oriented practices.
* Develop and maintain an inclusive work environment that fosters diversity, respect, and engagement.
* Act quickly and calmly in emergencies.
* Learn, interpret, apply, and explain the policies, procedures, laws, codes, and regulations pertaining to assigned programs and functions.
* Meet all pre-employment as well as ongoing requirements pursuant to federal, state, and local legislation.
* Exercise good judgment, flexibility, creativity, and sensitivity in response to changing situations and needs.
* Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
* Establish, maintain, and foster positive and harmonious working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
* Effectively communicate with individuals for whom English is not a primary language.
* Use tact and diplomacy in dealing with sensitive and complex issues, situations and concerned people.
* Operate a computer and use standard business software.
Training and Experience
Any combination equivalent to experience and training that would provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities would be qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge, skills, and abilities would be:
Education/Training:
High School diploma or GED.
Experience:
Three (3) years of clerical, administrative or recordkeeping experience, which includes at least one (1) year of experience working for a law enforcement agency or in a legal secretarial/clerical capacity.
Licenses, Certificates and Special Conditions:
* Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid California driver's license and the ability to maintain insurability under the County's vehicle insurance program.
* If assigned to the Civil Division, prior to the completion of the 12-month probationary period, incumbents must possess and maintain the Civil Procedures Basic Course Certification designated by the Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST).
* Successful completion of a comprehensive background investigation is required, including a review of employment history, criminal conviction record, psychological examination, credit history, use of intoxicants and/or other controlled substances.
Physical and Psychological Demands
The physical and psychological demands described here are representative of those that must be met by employees to successfully perform the essential functions of this class. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Physical Demands:
Must possess mobility to work in a standard office setting and use standard office equipment, including a computer, and to operate a motor vehicle to visit various County and meeting sites; vision to read printed materials and a computer screen; and hearing and speech to communicate in person and over the telephone. Standing in and walking between work areas is frequently required. Finger dexterity is needed to access, enter, and retrieve data using a computer keyboard or calculator and to operate standard office equipment. Positions in this classification frequently bend, stoop, kneel, and reach to perform assigned duties, as well as push and pull drawers open and closed to retrieve and file information. Employees must possess the ability to lift, carry, push, and pull materials and objects up to 10 pounds.
Psychological Demands:
While performing the duties of this class, employees are regularly required to use written and oral communication skills; read and interpret data, information and documents; analyze and solve problems; observe and interpret situations; learn and apply new information or skills; perform highly detailed work; work on multiple, concurrent tasks; work with frequent interruptions; work under intensive deadlines; and interact with County managers, staff, the public and others encountered in the course of work.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential duties of this class. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Employees work primarily under typical office conditions and as needed in an outdoor environment with exposure to noise and outside weather conditions. Work involves potentially dangerous situations and exposure to disturbing or traumatic events. Work involves situations where an employee may encounter persons who may become physically violent or combative. The employee may be required to travel to locations other than assigned work site and to adjust to work schedule changes and requirements to work extended hours.
The application review process will include screening to ensure applications are complete and meet all minimum qualifications. In addition to the application, the applicant is required to complete the Supplemental Questions to further evaluate their education, training and experience relative to the required knowledge, skills and abilities for the position. Applicants must submit answers that are as complete as possible.
Only qualified applicants who pass the minimum qualifications review, will be invited to the examination process which may be administered by a written examination, oral interview, or any combination of qualifications appraisal determined by the Department of Human Resources to be appropriate. The Department of Human Resources will make reasonable accommodation in the examination process for disabled applicants. If you have an accommodation request, please indicate such on your application.
Depending upon the number of applicants meeting the minimum qualifications, applicants may be scheduled for one or more of the assessments listed below. Of those passing the initial assessment, only the top 15 will move forward to the appraisal panel. Passing score is 70% out of 100% on each assessment section. If only one assessment is conducted, the weight for that assessment will be 100%.
THE ASSESSMENT (100%) IS TENTATIVELY SCHEDULED FOR THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 19, 2026
To move forward in the application process, you must complete an online application through our website ****************************************************** Resumes may be uploaded but cannot be used in place of a completed application.
For an open recruitment, applicants claiming veteran's preference must submit a copy of their DD-214 form along with the application. Candidates who attain ranking on an eligible list and are involuntarily called to active duty may be considered for eligibility reinstatement upon their return.
PLACEMENT ON THE ELIGIBLE LIST:
The Civil Service Commission may limit the number of qualified applicants eligible to participate in the examination process. If two or more candidates have the same total final score on an examination, they shall be ranked in order of their scores in that portion of the examination which has the greatest weight. The names of two or more eligibles having final ratings which are identical shall be grouped on the eligible list as tie names with equal rank for certification and appointment purposes.
Candidates who are successful in all phases of the examination process will be placed on an eligible list, in rank order based on a calculation of their total score from the examination process. The eligible list established by this recruitment will be active for a minimum of six (6) months or one (1) year, unless otherwise determined by the Director pursuant to section 6-4 (b) and may be extended for up to an additional year by the Commission.
PRE-EMPLOYMENT MEDICAL REQUIREMENTS:
As a condition of employment with the County of Madera, a candidate must submit to a Tuberculosis (TB) screening, and related follow up testing as necessary. Designated classifications* are also subject to a medical examination, which includes a review of medical history. TB screenings and medical exams are administered by the Madera County Public Health Department and/or health care professional designated by the County.
Designated classifications required to submit to an employment medical examination generally include those that are physical in nature or as may be required by law. If you have any questions about the pre-employment requirements, please contact the Department of Human Resources at ************** or *******************.
ELIGIBILITY FOR EMPLOYMENT:
You will be required to submit verification of your identity and citizenship or legal right to work in the United States at the time of and as a condition of an offer of employment.
As a condition of employment, all prospective employees shall be required to be fingerprinted (Live Scan) and/or undergo a background investigation.
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
Madera County does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, national origin, age, disability (physical or mental), medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, ancestry, marital status, sexual orientation, veteran or military status, political affiliation, or any other basis protected by Federal or State law.
How much does a medical coder earn in Los Banos, CA?
The average medical coder in Los Banos, CA earns between $44,000 and $90,000 annually. This compares to the national average medical coder range of $37,000 to $70,000.