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Chart Review Jobs in California (NOW HIRING)

Program Analyst

Palo Alto, CA · On-site

$40K - $50K/yr

Demonstrated experience conducting both electronic and paper medical chart review/abstraction. * Experience conducting staff interviews as part of investigations, reviews, or audits. * Familiarity ...

Program Analyst

Palo Alto, CA · On-site

$40K - $50K/yr

Demonstrated experience conducting both electronic and paper medical chart review/abstraction. * Experience conducting staff interviews as part of investigations, reviews, or audits. * Familiarity ...

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How much do chart review jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 12, 2026, the average yearly pay for chart review in California is $112,066.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $91,800.00 and $131,300.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a chart review?

A Chart Review job involves analyzing patient medical records to ensure accuracy, compliance, and quality of care. Professionals in this role assess documentation for coding accuracy, medical necessity, and adherence to healthcare regulations. They may work for hospitals, insurance companies, or legal firms to identify discrepancies, support audits, or improve clinical outcomes. Strong attention to detail, medical knowledge, and familiarity with electronic health records (EHR) are essential.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the chart review position, and why are they important?

To thrive in a Chart Review role, you need a solid understanding of medical terminology, healthcare documentation, and data abstraction, often supported by a background in nursing, health information management, or a related clinical field. Familiarity with electronic health records (EHR) systems, coding standards (such as ICD-10 or CPT), and possibly certifications like RHIT or CCS is typically required. Attention to detail, analytical thinking, and effective written communication are standout soft skills in this position. These qualifications and skills are vital to ensure accurate, compliant, and timely review of patient records that drive clinical, operational, and reimbursement outcomes.

What does a chart review do?

Professionals in Chart Review roles spend most of their day reviewing and analyzing patient medical records to extract key data points or verify accuracy and completeness for quality assurance, billing, or compliance purposes. They often work independently but may also collaborate with physicians, nurses, or coding professionals to clarify documentation and resolve discrepancies. Regular tasks can include entering data into EHR systems, generating reports, and participating in audits or process improvement activities. This role requires excellent time management and organizational skills, as meeting deadlines while maintaining accuracy is crucial. Depending on the employer, chart review professionals may work onsite in healthcare facilities or remotely.

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Infographic showing various Chart Review job openings in California as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 5% As Needed, 80% Full Time, and 15% Part Time. Highlights an 95% In-person, and 5% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $112,066 per year, or $53.9 per hour.

Outpatient Physical Therapist

CommonSpirit Health

Santa Maria, CA

$71K - $97K/yr

Per diem

Re-posted 22 days ago


CommonSpirit Health rating

7.0

Company rating: 7.0 out of 10

Based on 531 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

416th of 887 rated healthcare providers


Job description

Marian Regional Medical Center, a 191-bed facility located in Santa Maria, California, is recognized as one of the Top 250 Hospitals in the Nation by Healthgrades and was awarded Best Maternity Care by Newsweek. It ranks among 10% in the nation for safety core measures in cardiac services and has the only comprehensive cancer treatment and resource program from Los Angeles to San Francisco. Marian’s beautiful mission-style facility houses the latest technology to support excellent physicians and caregivers who deliver compassionate care each and every day. Marian Regional Medical Center is a part of Dignity Health’s Southwest Division and is a member of CommonSpirit Health, the largest not-for-profit health care system in the nation, boasting an integrated network of top quality hospitals, with physicians from the most prestigious medical schools, and comprehensive outpatient services - all recognized for quality, safety, and service. Marian's offers Santa Maria Valley residents access to the most advanced technologies, an expanded and enhanced Emergency Department, Critical Care Unit, neonatal intensive care unit, and an array of women's services.

One Community. One Mission. One California 


As our Physical Therapist I, you will help by providing physical therapy assessments and treatments to patients

Every day you will accurately identifie patient's functional deficits/dysfunction through review of the medical record, through observation of the patient, through information obtained from the patient/family, and through manual muscle testing, range of motion testing, postural analysis, functional analysis and other physical therapy assessment techniques. Accurately interprets the physician's order. Measurement: Discussion, Feedback, Chart Review, Observation.

To be successful in this role, you must

  • Effectively communicates with other members of the healthcare team regarding goals, progress and rehab potential.
  • Work as a collaborative member of the treatment team.
  • Attend any necessary and appropriate patient care meetings, such as mini rounds, weekly patient care conference, weekly NICU discharge meetings, etc. Measurement: Feedback, Observation.
  • Present at least one departmental or hospital inservice per year.
  • Keep abreast of current trends and other developments in Rehabilitation as evidenced by participation and attendance of inservices, continuing education courses, and current professional publications. Sufficient CE hours for maintenance of licensure including CE courses necessary to attain expertise appropriate for clinical level II. (NA - per diem) Measurement: Observation.
  • Terminate treatment appropriately when patient has met goals, shows plateau of progress, or is no longer authorized for treatment.
  • Plan for the patient's discharge in adequate time for appropriate referrals to be made.
  • Make appropriate recommendations for referrals at next level of care, including outpatient therapy, home health and MTU. Measurement: Feedback/Observation, Chart Review.
  • Prepare, maintain, and transmit accurate, complete and timely patient records in accordance with regulatory guidelines, department and hospital standards. Measurement: Feedback, Chart Review, Observation.

Required

  • Physical Therapist: CA (PT:CA) upon hire
  • Basic Life Support - CPR (BLS-CPR) within 30 days of hire
  • Demonstrates good interpersonal skills.
  • Demonstrates competent working knowledge of standard physical therapy practices, procedures and equipment utilized in the department.
  • Ability to interface with physicians and communicate verbally and in writing a patient's deficits and need for PT services.

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