Coding Educator – Professional Coding Education

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Alabama, +32 more states.

📋 Description

• Serve as an educator/trainer for the PB Coding and Coding Integrity teams.

• Collaborate with leaders in Coding, IT, Organizational Development, Revenue Cycle, and Compliance.

• Deliver coding and documentation education through both in-person classes and virtual offerings tailored for coders and clinicians.

• Assist in the creation of coding educational presentations, tools, and documents.

• Identify, analyze, and report the educational needs of coders.

• Develop and conduct one-on-one, follow-up, and refresher education sessions.

• Maintain schedules for education and training using Learning Connection, ATMS, Skype, or Teams.

• Create and oversee web-based coding education programs.

• Assign lessons, report outcomes, track progress, and determine further educational requirements.

• Assess educational offerings and training programs, making modifications as necessary.

• Suggest course content, technology, and instructional delivery methods.

• Design educational programs with clear objectives, accurate content, and documented standards.

• Conduct research, writing, and instruction for educational programs, including learner manuals and facilitator guides.

• Facilitate train-the-trainer sessions for Coding Supervisors and Coding Leads.

• Provide updates and additional train-the-trainer sessions as required.

⛳️ Requirements

• A coding certification from AAPC or AHIMA.

• One of the following certifications/registrations: CCA, CCS-P, RHIA, RHIT, CPC, SCP, CPC-I, or a Specialty Medical Coding Certification.

• Advanced training beyond high school through an accredited or recognized Medical Coding Specialist program.

• Generally, 5 years of experience in medical coding, encompassing physician revenue cycle processes and health information workflows.

• In-depth knowledge of ICD-10-CM, CPT, and HCPCS coding guidelines.

• Advanced understanding of medical terminology, anatomy, and physiology.

• Expert knowledge of adult learning principles.

• Proficient in planning, coordinating, and facilitating coding education programs.

• Skilled in both online and in-person teaching methodologies.

• Advanced computer skills, including Microsoft Office or similar applications, email, and electronic calendars.

• Strong communication skills, capable of presenting to both small and large groups.

• Ability to manage multiple tasks effectively and work independently.

• Capable of working in various settings, including virtual, office, clinic/hospital, and others.

• Functional speech, hearing, and senses necessary for effective communication.

• Ability to maintain focus continuously.

• Proficient in operating all necessary equipment to fulfill job responsibilities.

• May require travel and exposure to road and weather conditions.

🏝️ Benefits

• Comprehensive Total Rewards benefits and well-being initiatives.

• Competitive salary.

• Additional premium pay, such as shift and on-call pay.

• Incentive pay opportunities for select roles.

• Potential for annual performance-based salary increases.

• Paid Time Off programs.

• Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and both short- and long-term disability benefits.

• Flexible Spending Accounts for qualified health care and dependent care expenses.

• Adoption assistance.

• Paid parental leave.

• Defined contribution retirement plans with employer matching.

• Financial wellness programs.

• Educational Assistance Program.

• Fully remote Monday-Friday schedule with flexible hours.