Quality Documentation Specialist

Location: Santa Barbara Professional Center -224 Santa Barbara BlvdCape Coral FL 33991

Department: CDI - Clinical Documentation

Work Type: Full Time

Shift: Shift 1/ to

Minimum to Midpoint Pay Rate: $33.37 - 45.05 / hr

Summary

Using a multidisciplinary team approach the Quality Documentation Specialist facilitates and obtains appropriate clinical documentation for any clinical conditions or procedures to support the appropriate severity of illness, expected risk of mortality, and complexity of care of the patient. A diverse clinical background and in depth knowledge of pathophysiology is a must. With training, exhibits a detailed knowledge of clinical documentation requirements, DRG assignment, as well a firm understanding of coding guidelines. The CDIS educates members of the patient care team regarding clinical documentation guidelines, including attending physicians, allied health practitioners, and nursing. Reviews medical records concurrently on a daily basis to identify opportunities to improve the quality and completeness of clinical documentation. Facilitates modifications to clinical documentation when appropriate, through extensive concurrent interaction with physicians, mid-level providers, HIM staff, allied health professionals and nursing staff to support accurate, complete and timely documentation of clinical information in the electronic patient record. Coaches and educates physicians, mid-level providers, HIM staff, allied health professionals and nurses on a daily basis to improve capture of clinical severity for the level of service rendered to patients. This position will have a hybrid schedule after initial training period.

Requirements

Educational Requirements

Additional Requirements

Graduate of an accredited school of nursing. BSN or BS in a related healthcare field.

Experience Requirements

State of Florida Licensure Requirements

Certifications/Registration Requirements

Additional Requirements

Certification as a Documentation Improvement Specialist required within 2 years is

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