The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) is seeking a Clinical Documentation Improvement Specialist who will enhance the quality of clinical documentation to reflect patient care accurately. The role requires either a Registered Nurse (RN) with substantial inpatient experience or a coding professional with CCS certification and extensive coding experience
Job Summary
The Clinical Documentation Improvement Specialist is responsible for improving overall quality and completeness of clinical documentation to ensure that the information in the medical record accurately reflects the patient's severity of illness, clinical needs, and utilization of resources.
This position is responsible for reviewing death medical records to ensure the severity of illness and risk of mortality has been captured at the highest level.
UAMS offers amazing benefits and perks (available for benefits eligible positions only): Health: Medical, Dental and Vision plans available for qualifying staff and family Holiday, Vacation and Sick Leave Education discount for staff and dependents (undergraduate only) Retirement: Up to 10% matched contribution from UAMS Basic Life Insurance up to $50,000 Career Training and Educational Opportunities Merchant Discounts Concierge prescription delivery on the main campus when using UAMS pharmacy
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The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) is seeking a Clinical Documentation Improvement Specialist who will enhance the quality of clinical documentation to reflect patient care accurately. The role requires either a Registered Nurse (RN) with substantial inpatient experience or a coding professional with CCS certification and extensive coding experience.
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
review death medical records
ensure severity of illness captured
educate providers on admission types
analyze health record documentation
identify diagnoses impacting acuity
Nice-to-have
teamwork and diversity
collaborative healthcare organization
improving patient care
Key Requirements
Registered Nurse (RN) with current license
4 years inpatient clinical experience
Coding professional with CCS certification
6 years inpatient coding experience
documented education in anatomy/physiology and pharmacology
Current CCDS
Work Rights
Must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States