• Supervisor, Clinical Documentation Improvement

    Baylor Scott & White Health (Dallas, TX)


    JOB SUMMARY

    The Supervisor Clinical Document Improvement (CDI) will be responsible for a specific division of the organization, reporting directly to the CDI Director. The supervisor will have overall responsibility for daily planning, work scheduling and day to day operations of the CDI program.

    ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE ROLE

    Oversees the planning, organization and coordination of day to day operations.

     

    Solves problems and makes decisions with support of manager.

     

    Delegates work based on prioritization work list.

     

    Trains new staff on current workflow and systems as part of onboarding program.

     

    Ensures quality of staff are met in relation to production and processes. Creates performance improvement plan for staff not meeting standards.

     

    Participates in interviewing, hiring and performance evaluation of staff based on job description.

     

    Reviews charts on a weekly basis.

     

    Complies and stays abreast of new regulations and coding guidelines.

     

    Responsible for physician/clinical documentation education on an as needed basis.

     

    Performs other position appropriate duties as required in a competent, professional and courteous manner.

    KEY SUCCESS FACTORS

    Must be a Registered Nurse (RN) or Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA)

    Requires one of the following certifications:

    Cert Cln Documentation Spec (CCDOSCP) or

     

    Cert Cln Doc Spec Outpatient (CCDS-O) or

     

    Cert Coding Specialist (CCS) or

     

    Cert Doc Improv Practitioner (CDIP) or

     

    Cert Professional Coder (CPC)

     

    Clinical knowledge of disease process. Medical Record Review skills.

     

    Oral and written communication skills, one to one with providers.

     

    Knowledge of ICD-10, Complications/Comorbid Conditions and how each determines the final Diagnosis Related Group, Severity of Illness, and Risk of Mortality

     

    Knowledge of medical terminology, A&P and pharmacology drug names.

     

    Proficient in MS Office Suite.

     

    Ability to identify problems and implement solutions for any operational needs.

     

    Leadership skills to direct and assign work to staff.

     

    Good communication and interpersonal skills.

     

    Effective communication skills to explain policies and procedures.

    BENEFITS

    Our competitive benefits package includes the following

     

    - Immediate eligibility for health and welfare benefits

     

    - 401(k) savings plan with dollar-for-dollar match up to 5%

     

    - Tuition Reimbursement

     

    - PTO accrual beginning Day 1

     

    Note: Benefits may vary based upon position type and/or level

    QUALIFICATIONS

    - EDUCATION - Bachelor's

     

    - EXPERIENCE - 5 Years of Experience

    - CERTIFICATION/LICENSE/REGISTRATION -

    Cert Cln Documentation Spec (CCDOCSP)

     

    Cert Cln Documentation Spec (CCDS) BSW code(CCDOSCP) or

     

    Cert Cln Doc Spec Outpatient (CCDS-O) or

     

    Cert Coding Specialist (CCS) or

     

    Cert Doc Improv Practitioner (CDIP) or

     

    Cert Professional Coder (CPC).

     

    Reg Health Info Administrator (RHIA), Registered Nurse (RN): Registered Nurse (RN) or Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA).

     

    As a health care system committed to improving the health of those we serve, we are asking our employees to model the same behaviours that we promote to our patients. As of January 1, 2012, Baylor Scott & White Health no longer hires individuals who use nicotine products. We are an equal opportunity employer committed to ensuring a diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.