Health Information Coder Trainee*

Job Description:

Health Information Coder Trainee*

Description

The Job

The San Bernardino County Department of Public Health is recruiting for Health Information Coder Trainees. Health Information Coder Trainees, under training conditions, abstract and code medical records according to the International Classification of Diseases and Current Procedural Terminology. Duties include reviewing charts (in paper or electronic format) and identifying procedures; abstracting and coding (or providing guidance on) patient charts, utilizing ICD-10-CM, CPT and HCPCS coding classifications; evaluating charts for completeness and accuracy in conformance with current-relevant standards and regulations; and contacting clinic/hospital staff to complete charts, make corrections, and/or clarify information for coding purposes.

The list established from this recruitment may be used to fill vacancies within the Department of Public Health, Department of Behavioral Health and Arrowhead Regional Medical Center as they occur.

For more detailed information, refer to the Health Information Coder Trainee job description.

We are also accepting applications for Health Information Coder I , Health Information Coder II and Inpatient Coder which require separate applications. Applicants are encouraged to apply for any level as appropriate.

This position comes with an excellent benefits package for the employee and their dependents.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

Pre-Employment Process: Prior to appointment, applicants must pass a background investigation which includes verification of employment history and education, fingerprinting, physical exam, and drug screening.

Sponsorship: San Bernardino County is not able to consider candidates who will require Visa sponsorship at the time of application or in the future. Candidates must be able to present their legal right to work in the United States at the time of employment.

Travel: Travel throughout the County may be required. Employees will be required to make provision for transportation (mileage reimbursement is available at current IRS rates). A valid California Class C driver license and proof of automobile liability insurance must be produced and maintained for the individual providing the transportation.

Minimum Requirements

Credentials: Possess and maintain one of the following:

• RHIA: Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA) issued by the American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA),
• RHIT: Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT) issued by the American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA),
• CCS: Certified Coding Specialist (CCS) issued by the American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA), -or-
• CPC: Certified Professional Coder (CPC) issued by the American Academy of Professional Coders (AAPC).

Experience:

None required.

Desired Qualifications

Experience utilizing an automated encoder or abstracting system is highly desired.

Selection Process

There will be a competitive evaluation of qualifications based on a review of the Application and Supplemental Questionnaire. It is to your advantage to be explicit in your responses on the Application and Supplemental Questionnaire.

Please complete and submit the online employment application and supplemental questionnaire by 5 pm, Friday, October 4, 2024. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of the application and/or supplemental questionnaires.

To ensure timely and successful submission of your online application, please allow ample time to complete and submit your application before the posted filing deadline. Applicants will be automatically logged-out if they have not submitted the application and all required materials prior to the posted deadline. Once your application has been successfully submitted you will receive an onscreen confirmation and an email. We recommend that you save and/or print these for your records. Please note, if you do not receive an onscreen confirmation and an email acknowledging our receipt of your application we have not received your application.

If you require technical assistance, please click HERE to review the Government Jobs online application guide , or contact their Toll-Free Applicant Support line at (855) 524-5627. Please note that Human Resources is not responsible for any issues or delays caused by the internet connection, computer or browser used to submit the application.

EEO/ADA: San Bernardino County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliant employer, committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants.

ADA Accommodation: If you have a disability and require accommodations in the testing process, submit the Special Testing Accommodations Request Form within one week of a recruitment filing deadline.

Veterans’ Preference: Eligible veterans and their spouse or widow(er) who are not current County employees may be awarded additional Veterans’ Preference points. Click here for information and instructions to request Veteran's Preference points.



Please click HERE for important Applicant Information and the County Employment Process .

Technical & Inspection Unit

The County of San Bernardino offers a range of benefit programs for employees and their eligible dependents. These include health, dental, vision, and life insurance, as well as a variety of voluntary benefits. Programs and benefit amounts vary and are based on bargaining unit, family size, hire date, plan selection, and number of hours worked.

For a summary of benefits,* please click here .

Refer to the appropriate MOU, contact the County's Employee Benefits and Services Division at (909) 387-5787 or visit the Benefits website for more detailed information at hr.sbcounty.gov/employee-benefits/ .

*Retirement benefits subject to change.

Closing Date/Time: 10/4/2024 5:00 PM Pacific

Salary:

$48,380.80 - $64,854.40 Annually