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Clinical Documentation Specialist Manager - RemoteReq #:0000204860

Category:Professional / Management

Status:Full-Time

Shift:Day

Facility:RWJBarnabas Health Corporate Services

Department:Clinical Documentation Mgmt

Salary:$110,681.00 - $171,555.00 per year

Location:

Remote, 2 Crescent Place, Oceanport, NJ 07757

Job Title:Manager

Department Name:Clinical Documentation Mgmt

Req #:0000204860

Status:Salaried

Shift:Day

Salary Range: $110,681.00 - $171,555.00, Annual

Pay Transparency:

The above reflects the anticipated salary range for this position if hired to work,

The Compensation offered to the candidate selected for the position will depend on several factors, including the candidate's educational background, skills and professional experience,

Job Overview:

The Clinical Documentation Specialist Manager is responsible for the Clinical Documentation Management program for four hospitals across a region, increasing program awareness to the entire hospital staff. They must fully understand the data collection, analysis for the hospital, and physician profiling. They will support ongoing communication and education on documentation opportunities, coding and reimbursement issues as well as performance improvement methodologies to the entire hospital staff.

The Clinical Documentation Specialist Manager will oversee the performance and expectations of the CDI Specialists and work in conjunction with the CDS Teams; Health Information Management /Coding Professionals; Physicians; Physician Assistants; and Licensed Registered Nurse Practitioners to ensure compliant, accurate and timely clinical documentation in the Medical Record by supporting the Coding Process,

Qualifications

Requirements:

+ Graduate from an accredited School of Nursing, Bachelor of Science in Nursing Required

+ New Jersey Registered Nurse License Required

+ Certification CDIP or CCDS preferred or must obtain within one year in the position

+ Prior experience as a Clinical Documentation Specialist required, a minimum of two years preferred

+ Prior use and understanding of ICD-10-CM coding requirements

+ Passing grade on Nuance Competency Exam

Preferred:

+ A minimum 5 years' acute hospital experience as a clinical nurse preferred

+ A minimum 2 years' supervisory experience preferred

Certifications and Licenses Required:

+ New Jersey Registered Nurse License Required

+ Certification CDIP or CCDS preferred or must obtain within one year in the position

Essential Functions:

The Clinical Documentation Specialist CDS Manager responsibilities will include providing day to day oversight of the CDS Teams in their Region and will include the following:

+ Strategic Planning - Work in collaboration with the AVP to align the CDMP Department ensuring the Clinical Documentation Specialists understand their role, expectations and responsibilities; assist with the planning, developing, implementation and monitoring of goal setting for current, yearly and future states of CDMP Program; ensure standardization of all hospitals and programs; maintain and follow CDS Compliance Guidelines and Policies

+ Team Management and Development responsibilities including scheduling, payroll, performance evaluations including both Introductory and Yearly Evaluations, coverage for leadership, Educator, and Managers of other regions as needed for time off; enforce CDI Standards of Compliance and Employee Code of Conduct within all teams, and manage performance,

+ Education and Collaboration including identifying and ensuring teams have the most updated education required to be a CDS employee; collaborate, provide direction and monitor performance of the Physician Advisor at each site including mentoring and education i.e Onboarding, Documentation Concepts/Strategies and Quality i.e. PSIs, HCCs; providing direction, education, and monitoring to the Medical Provider in response to their input, documentation and educational needs i.e. education of departments and requested provider venues; collaborate interdepartmental communication and use of process flows by the CDI Team with Coding, Leadership, Quality, and Case Management; educating physicians in real time and/or formal education sessions as invited for any and all Medical Providers and Leadership,

+ Financial Oversight and Productivity including preparation and presentation of performance data and fiscal analysis management reports and be able to assist with presenting to all levels of Clinical and Administrative Leadership,

+ System and Technology Management including software implementations throughout the system; EMR implementation and monitor compliance throughout system; managing and maintaining any and all Hardware and Software needs including the ability to enter CAMS and SailPoint Access Requests,

+ Other assignments and projects as assigned

Other Duties:

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Additional Information:

At RWJBarnabas Health, our employees are at the heart of everything we do. Driven by our Total Wellbeing promise, our market-competitive offerings include comprehensive benefits and resources to support our employees physical, emotional, financial, personal, career, and community wellbeing. These benefits and resources include, but are not limited to:

+ Paid Time Off including Vacation, Holidays, and Sick Time

+ Retirement Plans

+ Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance

+ Dental and Vision Insurance

+ Disability and Life Insurance

+ Paid Parental Leave

+ Tuition Reimbursement

+ Student Loan Planning Support

+ Flexible Spending Accounts

+ Wellness Programs

+ Voluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance)

+ Community and Volunteer Opportunities

+ Discounts Through our Partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, and Verizon

+ .and more!

Choosing RWJBarnabas Health!

RWJBarnabas Health is the premier health care destination providing patient-centered, high-quality academic medicine in a compassionate and equitable manner, while delivering a best-in-class work experience to every member of the team. We honor and appreciate the privilege of creating and sustaining healthier communities, one person and one community at a time. As the leading academic health system in New Jersey, we advance innovative strategies in high-quality patient care, education, and research to address both the clinical and social determinants of health.

RWJBarnabas Health aims to truly make a unique impact in local communities throughout New Jersey. From vastly improving the health of local residents to creating educational and career opportunities, this combination greatly benefits the state. We understand the growing and evolving needs of residents in New Jersey whether that be enhancing the coordination for treating complex health conditions or improving community health through local programs and education.

Equal Opportunity Employer

RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer