Universal Health Services
Certified Coder HIM Per Diem
Universal Health Services, Washington, District of Columbia, us, 20022
Overview
The George Washington University Hospital (GW Hospital) continues to be a leader in providing the highest level of quality and compassionate healthcare for the D.C. Region. GW Hospital is recognized as a Best Regional Hospital by U.S. News & World Report 2023-2024, ranking 5th in the region and achieving "High Performing" status in Neurology and Neuroscience. GW Hospital also received "High Performing" designations for COPD, Diabetes, Heart Attack, Heart Failure, Kidney Failure, Leukemia, Lymphoma and Myeloma, Lung Cancer Surgery, Pneumonia, Prostate Cancer Surgery and Stroke. It was awarded the Chest Pain - MI Registry Platinum Performance Achievement Award for 2023, and is the only hospital in Washington, D.C. to be recognized for this service line.
GW Hospital is a Level I Trauma Center and a Comprehensive Stroke Center. Our NICU partner, Children’s National Hospital, was ranked number two in the country for neonatology by U.S. News & World Report. We offer advanced services and treatments with multidisciplinary care teams focused on improving care, quality, and outcomes for patients.
Job Summary To review medical records and assign ICD-9-CM and CPT codes to inpatient and/or outpatient records. Post charges and level ER visits. Abstract medical, demographic and other information from the medical record and enter data into the hospital-wide information system, meeting coding standards and daily productivity.
Benefits * Challenging and rewarding work environment
* Competitive compensation and generous paid time off
* Excellent medical, dental, vision and prescription drug plans
* 401(k) with company match and discounted stock plan
* SoFi student loan refinancing program
* Career development opportunities within UHS and its 300+ subsidiaries
* More information is available on our Benefits Guest Website: benefits.uhsguest.com
Qualifications Education/Qualification
* High School diploma or equivalent * 2 years coding experience in ICD-9-CM and CPT-4
Certified Coder
Skills
* Computer/keyboard skills * Knowledge of medical terminology and disease processes * Ability to adapt to changing priorities * Demonstrated ability to work independently * Good interpersonal skills * Effective communications skills, both verbal and written; able to speak and write English fluently * Ability to complete multiple tasks simultaneously and work under pressure
About GW Hospital The George Washington University Hospital (GW Hospital) is a 395-bed tertiary care, academic medical center located in downtown Washington, DC, next to the Foggy Bottom metro. GW Hospital serves a diverse group of patients—from residents to national leaders. As an academic medical center, GW Hospital has the resources and clinical expertise necessary to provide specialized, complex care, including cardiac, cancer, neurosciences, women’s health, trauma, and advanced surgery including robotic and minimally invasive surgery.
GW Hospital is jointly owned and operated by George Washington University and a subsidiary of Universal Health Services, Inc. (UHS). The GW School of Medicine and Health Sciences (SMHS) is adjacent to the hospital and has a long-standing history in the nation’s capital.
The mission of GW Hospital is to provide the highest quality healthcare, advanced medical technology, and world-class service to its patients in an academic medical center dedicated to education and research.
About Universal Health Services Universal Health Services, Inc. (NYSE: UHS) is one of the nation’s largest providers of hospital and healthcare services. Headquartered in King of Prussia, PA, UHS operates 28 acute care hospitals, 331 behavioral health facilities, and 60 outpatient facilities in 39 U.S. States, Washington, D.C., Puerto Rico and the United Kingdom.
EEO Statement All UHS subsidiaries are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates. UHS subsidiaries are equal opportunity employers and support the recruitment, selection, placement, promotion, and compensation of individuals without regard to protected characteristics. We value diversity and inclusion among our teammates.
Notice: Our Human Resources departments and recruiters help prospective candidates by matching skillsets with career paths at UHS and its subsidiaries. We never request financial or personal information via email during the recruitment process. If you are suspicious of a job posting or email, contact us at: https://uhs.alertline.com or 1-800-852-3449.
Pay Transparency: To comply with pay transparency laws, UHS and its subsidiaries may provide wage or salary range information for job postings. Salary offers are based on factors such as education and experience.
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GW Hospital is a Level I Trauma Center and a Comprehensive Stroke Center. Our NICU partner, Children’s National Hospital, was ranked number two in the country for neonatology by U.S. News & World Report. We offer advanced services and treatments with multidisciplinary care teams focused on improving care, quality, and outcomes for patients.
Job Summary To review medical records and assign ICD-9-CM and CPT codes to inpatient and/or outpatient records. Post charges and level ER visits. Abstract medical, demographic and other information from the medical record and enter data into the hospital-wide information system, meeting coding standards and daily productivity.
Benefits * Challenging and rewarding work environment
* Competitive compensation and generous paid time off
* Excellent medical, dental, vision and prescription drug plans
* 401(k) with company match and discounted stock plan
* SoFi student loan refinancing program
* Career development opportunities within UHS and its 300+ subsidiaries
* More information is available on our Benefits Guest Website: benefits.uhsguest.com
Qualifications Education/Qualification
* High School diploma or equivalent * 2 years coding experience in ICD-9-CM and CPT-4
Certified Coder
Skills
* Computer/keyboard skills * Knowledge of medical terminology and disease processes * Ability to adapt to changing priorities * Demonstrated ability to work independently * Good interpersonal skills * Effective communications skills, both verbal and written; able to speak and write English fluently * Ability to complete multiple tasks simultaneously and work under pressure
About GW Hospital The George Washington University Hospital (GW Hospital) is a 395-bed tertiary care, academic medical center located in downtown Washington, DC, next to the Foggy Bottom metro. GW Hospital serves a diverse group of patients—from residents to national leaders. As an academic medical center, GW Hospital has the resources and clinical expertise necessary to provide specialized, complex care, including cardiac, cancer, neurosciences, women’s health, trauma, and advanced surgery including robotic and minimally invasive surgery.
GW Hospital is jointly owned and operated by George Washington University and a subsidiary of Universal Health Services, Inc. (UHS). The GW School of Medicine and Health Sciences (SMHS) is adjacent to the hospital and has a long-standing history in the nation’s capital.
The mission of GW Hospital is to provide the highest quality healthcare, advanced medical technology, and world-class service to its patients in an academic medical center dedicated to education and research.
About Universal Health Services Universal Health Services, Inc. (NYSE: UHS) is one of the nation’s largest providers of hospital and healthcare services. Headquartered in King of Prussia, PA, UHS operates 28 acute care hospitals, 331 behavioral health facilities, and 60 outpatient facilities in 39 U.S. States, Washington, D.C., Puerto Rico and the United Kingdom.
EEO Statement All UHS subsidiaries are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates. UHS subsidiaries are equal opportunity employers and support the recruitment, selection, placement, promotion, and compensation of individuals without regard to protected characteristics. We value diversity and inclusion among our teammates.
Notice: Our Human Resources departments and recruiters help prospective candidates by matching skillsets with career paths at UHS and its subsidiaries. We never request financial or personal information via email during the recruitment process. If you are suspicious of a job posting or email, contact us at: https://uhs.alertline.com or 1-800-852-3449.
Pay Transparency: To comply with pay transparency laws, UHS and its subsidiaries may provide wage or salary range information for job postings. Salary offers are based on factors such as education and experience.
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