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Medical Records Technician-Clinical Documentation Improvement Specialist - Temple, United States - Veterans Health Administration
Description
Summary
This position is located in Education Service at the Central Texas Veterans Health Care System. The Medical Records Technician-Clinical Documentation Improvement Specialist (Outpatient/Inpatient) is responsible for abstracting medical record data and assigning codes using current clinical classification systems appropriate for the type of care provided.Duties
Major duties include, but are not limited to:Telework : Regular telework, 3 or more days a pay period, available after successful completion of orientation.
Virtual: This is not a virtual position.
Functional Statement # : PD000000
Relocation/Recruitment Incentives : Not Authorized
Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized
Fi nancial Disclosure Report: Not required
