Outpatient Surgery / Observation Coder - Remote (#R10207)
Location : Remote (U.S.-based only; secure remote setup with VPN access required)
Employment Type : Full Time
Hourly Rate : $26.80 / hr
Position Overview :
Greenlife Healthcare Staffing is seeking a skilled Outpatient Surgery and Observation Coder to play a critical role in ensuring accuracy, compliance, and efficiency in coding for a major academic medical center. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in a large hospital setting and be proficient with EPIC / 3M systems.
Why Join Us?
- Competitive Compensation : Earn a competitive hourly wage of $26.80.
- Comprehensive Benefits : Flexible scheduling to support work-life balance.
- Work Schedule : Full Time, 40 hours per week.
- Professional Growth : Gain valuable experience in a collaborative, innovative, and supportive environment at a major academic medical center.
- Impactful Work : Contribute to a mission-driven organization dedicated to improving patient outcomes through accurate and efficient coding.
Qualifications :
Education : High School Diploma or equivalent required. Associate or Bachelor's degree in Health Information Management preferred.Licensure : AHIMA certification as RHIT or RHIA required. (CCS may be considered with equivalent experience).Experience : Minimum of 3 years’ experience coding outpatient surgery and observation encounters in large hospitals (700+ beds). Prior experience in a trauma center is highly desirable.Technical Skills : Strong knowledge of CDI reconciliation workflows. Must have VPN-ready, secure computer equipment.Soft Skills : High attention to detail, strong analytical skills, and the ability to meet productivity standards.Key Responsibilities :
Code outpatient surgery and observation encounters using EPIC / 3M.Apply correct leveling, carve-outs, and infusion charging.Meet productivity benchmarks : 2–3 charts / hour.Submit coding promptly within a 4-day discharge hold window.Collaborate with CDI and respond to queries in a timely manner.