Job TitleCoding Associate/UKHCRequisition NumberRE51625Working TitleCoding Associate/UKHC -Eastern State HospitalDepartment NameH1160:ESH Administrative and Business ServicesWork LocationLexington, KyGrade Level07Salary Range$17.50-27.31/hourType of PositionStaffPosition Time Status Full-TimeRequired Education
AA
Click here for more information about equivalencies:https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalenciesRequired Related Experience
1 yr
Required License/Registration/Certification
Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT), Certified Coding Professional (CCP), Certified Professional Coder (CPC), Certified Professional Coder – Apprentice (CPC-A) or Certified Coding Specialist (CCS)
Physical Requirements
Requires handling of light-weight objects up to 10 pounds, or some standing or walking.
Shift
Monday – Friday 8:00am – 5:00pm, other days/times as required by department
Job Summary
ESH Medical Records Coder performs professional billing and coding functions. Ensures compliance with all rules and regulations.
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities
Completion of an Associate’s Degree, plus RHIT or CCP certification and two years related experience. The employee shall become familiar with HIPAA regulations and do their utmost to protect all protected health information (PHI) and other personal or sensitive information within their trust in the course of state business by applying appropriate safeguards and sharing only the information required to deliver agency services. Any personal or sensitive information overheard or seen by the employee will be kept confidential by not sharing it with others, on or off the work-site grounds. Fully6 participate in all activities regarding the elimination of the use of seclusion and restraints in patient care including educational requirements, competency development activities, and meeting established performance goals and measures. Must have computer competency in approved systems. Must have excellent customer service skills.
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? NoPreferred Education/Experience
Associate degree and at least one year of paid, full-time medical coding experience.
Deadline to Apply09/21/2025Our University Community
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