Clinical Documentation Specialist - Hartford, United States - Trinity Health Of New England

Trinity Health Of New England

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Hartford, United States

3 weeks ago

Posted by:

Mark Lane

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Description

Employment Type:

Full time

Shift:

Day Shift

Description:

Position Purpose

The Clinical Documentation Specialist utilizes advanced clinical and coding expertise to direct efforts toward the integrity of clinical documentation through the roles of reviewer, educator and consultant.

Facilitates the overall quality, completeness, accuracy and integrity of medical record documentation through extensive record review.

Through extensive interaction with physicians and other members of the healthcare team, achieves appropriate clinical documentation to support code assignment, medical necessity, severity of illness, risk of mortality and level of services rendered to all patients.

What you will do

Assist in overall quality, timeliness and completeness of the health record to ensure appropriate data, provider communication and quality outcomes
Communicate with and educates physicians and all other members of the healthcare team regarding clinical documentation and monitors provider engagement
Conduct concurrent reviews of selected patient health records to address legibility, clarity, completeness, consistency and precision of clinical documentation
Proficient with leveraging the functions of 3M/360 for entering data related to CDI efficiencies and effectiveness
Maintain a working knowledge of applicable Federal, State and local laws and regulations and accrediting agencies
Collaborate with coding staff to ensure documentation of discharge diagnoses and comorbidities are a complete reflection of the patient's clinical status and care

Minimum Qualifications

Must possess an Associate/Diploma Degree in Nursing, or Health Information Technology (HIT) OR an Advanced degree in nursing or medical field such as NP/APN or PA.

Must possess one of the below:

Current Registered Nurse License in the State of practice,
Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA),
Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT),
Certified Coding Specialist (CCS) required,

- licensure as a physician assistant (PA) or Nurse Practitioner/Advanced Practice Nurse (NP/APN) or completion of medical school.

Certified Clinical Documentation Specialist (CCDS) or Certified Documentation Improvement Professional (CDIP) preferred.

Two (2) years experience in Critical Care, Medical or Surgical Inpatient Care Nursing, as an RN, physician assistant (PA), nurse practitioner/advanced practice nurse (NP/APN), medical school graduate or as an inpatient coder preferred.

Excellent communication (verbal and written), interpersonal, collaboration and relationship-building skills. Strong critical thinking skills and ability to integrate knowledge. Prioritization and organizational skills required. Effective presentation/facilitation skills to accomplish educational goals for all members of the healthcare team.

Position Highlights and Benefits

Full time 40hr M-F
Great benefits and Health Insurance Coverage
Local Residency not required

Ministry/Facility Information
Trinity Health Of New England is an integrated health care delivery system comprised of world-class providers and facilities dedicated to the full spectrum of preventive, acute, and post-acute care, all delivered with the triple aim of better health, better care, and lower costs for our patient populations

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, Catholic healthcare systems in the nation.

Built on the foundation of our Mission and Core Values, we integrate diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do.

Our colleagues have different lived experiences, customs, abilities, and talents. Together, we become our best selves. A diverse and inclusive workforce provides the most accessible and equitable care for those we serve. Trinity Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by law.