HIM/MEDICAL RECORDS CODER
Universal Health Services | |
paid time off, tuition assistance, 401(k)
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United States, Kentucky, Bowling Green | |
1035 Porter Pike (Show on map) | |
Aug 20, 2026 | |
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Responsibilities
This opportunity is for a part-time at 24 hours per week Medical Records Coder/Technician and offers part-time benefits and a day schedule. About UHS: One of the nation's largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services, Universal About Rivendell: Rivendell Behavioral Health Hospital is a 125 inpatient, Joint Commission accredited hospital. We are located on a 48 acre private campus in the heart of Bowling Green, KY. At Rivendell Behavioral Health Hospital, children who are in crisis receive psychiatric care. Teens suffering from depression, disabling anxiety, feelings of hopelessness or suicide can learn new ways to cope. Teens and adults suffering from chemical dependency and substance abuse can get help. Benefits for our Medical Records Coder/Technician include:
MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILIES:
Enters correct ICD-10-CM codes in MedSeries after reviewing the chart. Follows UHS policy and standards of ethical coding. Uses current ICD-10-CM Official Guidelines for Coding and Reporting. Queries appropriately the physicians/APRNs on a form, as needed. Uses 3M Encoder, Coding Clinic, and the Q&A section on the UHS HIM page for references. Attends UHS webinars on coding.
Checks mail, fax machine, e-mail, and HIM voice mail daily for release of information requests making sure the form meets State, Federal, and HIPAA confidentiality requirements. Informs HIM Director of any unusual requests, insurance audits, subpoenas/court orders. Copies chart and logs in MedSeries. Places "what was sent" and "date sent" on the release of information form.
Handles requests per phone appropriately. Copies and sends out urgent requests.
Places outsourced transcription daily on the correct units "to be filed" locations. Files discharged reports daily.
Files charts appropriately using terminal digit; responsible for filing all complete charts in permanent file. Uses outguide/sign-out system appropriately and follows up on signed out charts a minimum of once per week. Shifts charts in permanent file room as needed. Evaluate file room biweekly for shifting. Purge file room if needed.
Retrieves discharged charts (from prior day) from the units before 12 noon daily. Informs HIM Director of missing charts daily.
Keeps incomplete chart area/dictation area neat and organized. Files charts to the correct location after use.
Puts chart in the correct discharge order. Tags discharge chart deficiencies. Follows policy regarding chart completion. Uses the correct patient label on each page of the medical record. Re-analyzes charts daily to determine if deficiencies have been completed. Assists with physician/APRN follow-up if a deficient chart is not being completed timely. Fills inhouse binder back up with tabs and takes back binders to the units daily.
EEO Statement Notice Work Location: In person Qualifications Education: High school graduate. Prefer higher education in Health Information Management or related field. Training and Experience: Prefer two years working in a Health Information Management Department of a facility providing direct patient care. Certification: RHIA (Registered Health Information Administrator), RHIT (Registered Health Information Technician), CCS (Certified Coding Specialist), or CPC-H (Certified Professional Coder Hospital). Knowledge required: Able to follow clear instructions. Excellent phone and communication skills. Good organizational skills. Ability to keep work area neat and well organized. Maintain confidentiality of the patient. Through knowledge of ICD-10-CM coding and medical terminology. If you would like to learn more about the Medical Records Coder/Technician position before applying, please contact Michael Wyatt, Human Resource Director at michael.wyatt@uhsinc.com and by phone at (270) 418-6343 | |
paid time off, tuition assistance, 401(k)
Aug 20, 2026