Lead Coding Specialist, CCS, RHIT Certified, Full-Time

Baptist Health

Lead Coding Specialist supporting coding operations and compliance for Baptist Health's facilities. Collaborating with the Coding Supervisor and ensuring adherence to coding guidelines.

Posted 7/28/2026full-timeRemote • Florida • 🇺🇸 United StatesSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in coding compliance, including ICD-10-CM/PCS guidelines and CPT conventions, while providing effective training and support within a healthcare coding environment. Strong ability to analyze workflows and improve operational efficiency in coding and billing processes.

Highest-signal resume keywords

AHIMA Certified Coding SpecialistInpatient Coding ExperienceOutpatient Surgery Coding ExperienceHealth Information Systems KnowledgeMS Office Proficiency

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Hard Skills

ICD-10-CM/PCS GuidelinesCPT CodingCoding TrainingDatabase ManagementSpreadsheet Design

Soft Skills

Excellent Communication SkillsProblem-Solving SkillsPersonnel Management SkillsAbility to Work Under PressureCustomer Service Skills

Tools & Technologies

MS OfficeWordExcelOutlook

Certifications & Qualifications

AHIMA Certified Coding SpecialistRHIARHIT

Industry Keywords

Healthcare CodingBilling ComplianceCoding ConventionsReimbursementCoding Supervisor Support

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Serve as the primary support to the Coding Supervisor.
Assist in the supervision of coding, abstracting and reimbursement supporting billing ensuring compliance along with efficient operations for all Baptist Health facilities.
Ensure established goals and ICD-10-CM/PCS guidelines, CPT, and coding conventions are adhered to.
Assist with monitoring reports and workflows identifying opportunities for improvement, work volume and distribution, reviewing and reconciling reports, providing coding training within the Coding Department and performing research on coding issues.
Monitor coding personnel activities ensuring accurate and timely processing in accordance with state and federal regulations.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Associates.
AHIMA Certified Coding Specialist.
Prefer RHIA or RHIT or equivalent experience.
At least five years Inpatient or Outpatient Surgery, Ancillary and Emergency Room coding experience in a large healthcare institution required.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills with ability to communicate clearly with both internal and external customers, problem-solving and personnel management skills.
Knowledgeable in health information systems, database management, spreadsheet design, and computer technology.
Strong computer proficiency (MS Office – Word, Excel and Outlook).
Must be able to work under pressure and meet deadlines, while maintaining a positive attitude and providing exemplary customer service.
Ability to work independently and to carry out assignments to completion within parameters of instructions given, prescribed routines, and standard accepted practices.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Career growth and development opportunities, with clear pathways and ongoing support
Comprehensive health and wellness resources that go beyond traditional benefits
A wellness program that can help employees eliminate their medical plan deductible, reducing out-of-pocket healthcare costs
Tuition reimbursement to support continued learning and advancement
And so much more