Apprentice Inpatient Coder

Overview

About the Role

The primary purpose of the Apprentice Inpatient Coder position is to review hospital inpatient medical records and assign ICD-10 diagnosis codes and procedure codes that accurately reflect the reason for admission and patient severity. Follows established hospital inpatient coding guidelines and utilizes Coding Clinic and other resources to ensure compliance with national coding guidelines.

Responsibilities

What You’ll Do

Reviews inpatient hospital medical records to assign accurate ICD 10 diagnosis and procedure codes.

Ensures coding reflects the patient’s reason for admission and overall severity.

Applies established inpatient coding guidelines consistently.

Uses Coding Clinic and other approved coding resources to maintain compliance with national coding standards.

Qualifications

What You’ll Bring

High School Diploma or GED equivalent required.

Successful completion of ICD 10 training and skill assessment as designated by the HIM department.

Prior ICD 10 coding experience preferred but not required.

Knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy, physiology, disease processes, Coding Clinic, POA, and query guidelines required.

Knowledge of CMS, Medicaid, and third party payer coding, billing, and compliance regulations preferred.

Experience with encoder systems (Clintegrity 360) and Epic EHR is a plus.

Ability to balance multiple and changing priorities.

Must be detail oriented, accurate, organized, and able to work independently.

Working knowledge of computers and internet navigation required.

Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel, Outlook, and shared files.

May be required to work evenings and/or weekends.

What We Offer

Medical & Prescription Drug Coverage

Dental & Vision Insurance

Health Savings Account (HSA) & Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

Short- & Long-Term Disability Insurance

Pension Plan

Pet Insurance

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Professional Development

Compensation

In compliance with New Jersey’s Pay Transparency Act, the salary range for this position is TC/2700: Probationary Rate $39.33 - Job Rate $39.83- Two (2) Year Rate $41.03 .University Hospital considers multiple factors when determining compensation, including (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate’s relevant work experience, education and training, key skills, internal equity, market data, and organizational needs.

About Us

University Hospital is one of the nation’s leading academic medical centers. As the principal teaching affiliate of Rutgers New Jersey Medical School and the only state-certified Level 1 Trauma Center in Northern New Jersey, University Hospital is training the next generation of physicians and advancing science to discovery while taking exceptional care of patients, regardless of their financial situation.

We encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply. If you want to grow your career in healthcare while serving a vibrant community, we’d love to meet you.

University Hospital offers a competitive salary & comprehensive benefits package. Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer, M/F/D/V. For more information, visit