Job Description
Job Overview This position works as a consulting team member on client or internal assignments. Responsibilities include handling escalated coding related projects, new services, regulatory updates, and overall coding quality. The role also provides coding education to various groups such as coders, billers, nurses, physicians, and support staff. Education Required: High school diploma or equivalent. Preferred: Bachelor’s degree in information technology (IT), computer science, health information management (HIM), or related field. Work Experience Required: 5 years of experience working in a hospital or ambulatory surgery center (ASC) as a coder, including consulting and client‑facing positions. Certifications Required: Registered Health Information Administrator, Registered Health Information Technician, Certified Coding Specialist, Certified Coding Specialist‑Physician based, Certified Professional Coder, Licensed Practical Nurse, or Registered Nurse. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs) Proficiency in using computers, software, and web‑based applications, including Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Project, Visio). Effective verbal and written communication skills and ability to present information clearly and professionally. Strong interpersonal skills. Advanced knowledge of coding/documentation and billing regulations. Strong analytical skills and ability to gather and interpret data, evaluate reports, and track progress. Ability to travel throughout and between facilities. Job Duties Participate in hospital revenue cycle assessments and process improvement engagements. Prepare written reports, including findings and recommendations. Conduct periodic status checks with clients and project teams to assess progress against plan, and communicate progress to supervisors. Oversee and provide training and mentoring to help teams increase effectiveness. Adapt behavior to the specific patient population, including privacy, introduction, and communication style. Perform other related duties as required. Physical and Environmental Demands Light work: Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, up to 10 pounds frequently, or a negligible amount constantly. Work may involve walking, standing, pushing or pulling, and maintaining a production rate pace. No exposure to blood, body fluid or tissue expected. No occupational risk for exposure to communicable diseases. Potential exposure to hazardous medications or waste in healthcare settings. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement The employer is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status. Ochsner Health endeavors to make our site accessible to all users. Remote work is not permitted from certain states as specified. EEO Highlights Ochsner is an equal‑opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any legally protected class, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.