UW Medical Center-Montlake has an outstanding opportunity for a Clinical Documentation Specialist for Oncology (RN).
WORK SCHEDULE
- Full Time
- Monday - Friday
- Remote position
POSITION HIGHLIGHTS
- Reviews clinical documentation, makes judgments regarding the completeness and quality of that documentation, and facilitates modifications to clinical documentation through communication with physicians, practitioners, and medical records coding staff.
- Ensures that pertinent patient conditions and treatments are documented such that appropriate reimbursement is received for the level of acuity and service rendered to all patients using a DRG based payer (Medicare) methodology.
- Verifies the accuracy and completeness of clinical information used for measuring and reporting outcomes related to patient care, physician practice and the medical center performance.
- Educates all members of the patient care team regarding these aspects of clinical documentation on an ongoing basis.
PRIMARY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
- Programmatic responsibility for performing initial and follow up audit and investigation of the medical record and for examining, analyzing and reporting on institutional practices and procedures for compliance with internal and external regulations and policies, efficiency of operations and accuracy of reports and records
- Confers with physician, coding specialists and others to clarify information, obtain needed documentation, present opportunities and educate for appropriate DRG based on the severity of illness, ensure appropriate DRG and completeness of supporting documentation
- Educates providers regarding compliance in medical/clinical documentation, coding and reimbursement issues, and performance improvement methodologies.
- Leads or participates in Oncology QA studies as assigned and assists with special projects as needed.
- Serves as a member or leads committees and task forces as appropriate.
REQUIREMENTS
- Current licensure to practice as a Registered Nurse in Washington State
- Bachelor's Degree in Nursing
- At least 6 years of in-patient Oncology nursing experience
- 2 years of CDI experience; CCDS and/or CDIP certifications desired
- Effective communicator and strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills
Equivalent education and/or experience may substitute for minimum qualifications except when there are legal requirements, such as a license, certification, and/or registration.
Pay Range Minimum
$126,000.00 annual
Pay Range Maximum
$172,272.00 annual
Other Compensation
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Shift
First Shift (United States of America)
Temporary or Regular? This is a regular position
FTE (Full-Time Equivalent)
100.00%
Union/Bargaining Unit
Not Applicable