Audit & Onboarding Specialist - (Telecommute - Must Reside in TX)

At Houston Methodist, the Audit & Onboarding Specialist position is responsible for planning, coordinating and completing complex documentation, coding and billing reviews. This position serves as a liaison between the Centralized Business Office (CBO) and clinical departments and provides direction and guidance to coders and clinical providers. The Audit & Onboarding Specialist is also responsible for ensuring successful onboarding of physicians regarding compliance in clinical documentation and coding.

Requirements:

Qualifications:

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS - REQUIRED

• Must have one of the following:
•    • CPC - Certified Professional Coder (AAPC)
•    • CPC-H - Certified Professional Coder - Hospital (AAPC)
•    • CPC-I - Certified Professional Coder Instructor (AAPC)
•    • CCS - Certified Coding Specialist (AHIMA)
•    • CCS-P - Certified Coding Specialist Physician-based (AHIMA)

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Demonstrates the skills and competencies necessary to safely perform the assigned job, determined through on-going skills, competency assessments, and performance evaluations

• Sufficient proficiency in speaking, reading, and writing the English language necessary to perform the essential functions of this job, especially with regard to activities impacting patient or employee safety or security

• Ability to effectively communicate with patients, physicians, family members and co-workers in a manner consistent with a customer service focus and application of positive language principles

• Knowledge of International Classification of Diseases (ICD) coding, Current Procedural Terminology (CPT) and Healthcare Common Procedure Coding System (HCPCS)

• Knowledge of healthcare billing and Physicians at Teaching Hospitals (PATH) guidelines

• Computer skills to include proficiency in spreadsheet, word-processing, presentation, and compliance tracking software; ability to navigate healthcare regulatory websites

• Effective verbal and written communication skills; and effective presentation skills to a variety of audiences

• Demonstrates a positive, helpful and supportive attitude and demeanor

• Ability for professional handling of confidential/sensitive information

• Proven ability to analyze information and situations and to identify issues

• Ability to deal with difficult issues, maintain objectivity, use good judgment, and envision outcomes when making decisions

• Ability to analyze, identify and articulate identified trends and report trends succinctly in a clear and concise manner

• Ability to multi-task in a fast paced environment, prioritize projects and apply attention to detail

• Must be a self-motivated individual with the ability to think critically and work independently

SUPPLEMENTAL REQUIREMENTS

WORK ATTIRE

• Uniform No
• Scrubs No
• Business professional Yes
• Other (department approved) No

ON-CALL*
*Note that employees may be required to be on-call during emergencies (ie. DIsaster, Severe Weather Events, etc) regardless of selection below.

• On Call* No

TRAVEL**
**Travel specifications may vary by department**

• May require travel within the Houston Metropolitan area Yes
• May require travel outside Houston Metropolitan area No

Company Profile:

Houston Methodist Specialty Physician Group is an integral part of Houston Methodist’s overall strategy to become one of the nation’s leading academic medical centers. Established as a nonprofit corporation certified by the Texas State Board of Medical Examiners, the Specialty Physician Group enables physicians to maintain autonomy with respect to clinical practice while growing their practice within an academic environment.

Houston Methodist is an Equal Opportunity Employer.