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Dulyhealthandcare

Clinical Documentation Specialist

Quincy, IL

$63K - $94K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

About the Role As a Clinical Documentation Specialist at Quincy Medical Group, you will play a key ... Analyze documentation trends, audit findings, and performance metrics to develop targeted provider ...

Quincy Medical Group

Clinical Documentation Specialist

Quincy, IL · On-site

$63K - $94K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

About the Role As a Clinical Documentation Specialist at Quincy Medical Group, you will play a key ... Analyze documentation trends, audit findings, and performance metrics to develop targeted provider ...

HHC

Clinical Documentation Specialist

Indianapolis, IN

$33.25 - $44.75/hr

Assists with data analysis and summaries; performs mortality reviews in coordination with the ... Knowledge of clinical documentation management tools and techniques * Strong written and verbal ...

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As of Aug 15, 2026, the average hourly pay for clinical documentation analyst in the United States is $39.80, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $31.49 and $45.67 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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Becoming a clinical documentation analyst typically requires a bachelor's degree in health information management, nursing, or a related field, which takes about four years. Gaining relevant experience and obtaining certifications such as Certified Coding Specialist (CCS) or Certified Professional Medical Auditor (CPMA) can take additional months to a year, depending on individual progress and job requirements.

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Clinical Documentation Analysts frequently work alongside physicians and nursing staff to ensure that patient records are accurate, complete, and compliant with regulatory standards. This collaboration often involves providing feedback, conducting training sessions, and clarifying medical terminology or documentation requirements. By fostering open communication and offering support, analysts help clinical teams understand the impact of thorough documentation on patient care quality and hospital reimbursement. Effective collaboration not only improves record accuracy but also enhances workflow efficiency and supports hospital accreditation efforts.

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To thrive as a Clinical Documentation Analyst, you need a strong understanding of medical terminology, healthcare documentation standards, and often a background in health information management or nursing. Familiarity with electronic health record (EHR) systems, coding software, and certifications like RHIA, RHIT, or CCDS are typically required. Attention to detail, analytical thinking, and effective communication skills help ensure accuracy and collaboration with clinical staff. These skills are vital for accurate and compliant documentation, which supports patient care quality, regulatory adherence, and optimized reimbursement.

What is a clinical documentation analyst?

A Clinical Documentation Analyst is a healthcare professional responsible for reviewing and improving the quality and accuracy of medical records within a healthcare facility. They ensure that clinical documentation reflects the services provided, supports coding and billing, and meets regulatory requirements. Clinical Documentation Analysts often collaborate with physicians, nurses, and coding staff to clarify documentation and provide education on best practices. Their work helps healthcare organizations achieve accurate reimbursement and maintain compliance with healthcare regulations.
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Clinical Documentation Specialist

Tidelands Health

Georgetown, SC • On-site

$32.25 - $43.50/hr

Full-time

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5.6

Company rating: 5.6 out of 10

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799th of 887 rated healthcare providers

Job description

Employee Type:
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Join Team Tidelands and help people live better lives through better health!
Clinical Documentation Specialist
Are you passionate about quality and committed to excellence? Consider joining our Tidelands Health team. As our region's largest health care provider, we are also one of our area's largest employers. More than 2,500 team members at more than 70 Tidelands Health locations bring our healing mission to life each day.
A Brief Overview
The Clinical Documentation Specialist is responsible for day-to-day evaluation of documentation by the Medical Staff and healthcare team in accordance with the Clinical Documentation Program. Ensures overall quality and completeness of clinical documentation for Medicare, Medicaid or other payers for inpatient population. Supports goal of ensuring that clinical severity is captured for the level of service rendered to all patients. Capability to analyze clinical status of patient, current treatment plan, and past medical history to identify potential gaps in Provider documentation. Able to work closely with Coding staff to assure documentation of discharge diagnoses and co-existing comorbidities are a complete and accurate reflection of the patient's clinical status and care. Ensures timely, accurate, and complete documentation of clinical information used for measuring and reporting physician and hospital outcomes.
What you will do
  • Participate in targeted second level reviews of high or low outlier medical/surgical DRG's as identified on quarterly PEPPER report
  • Assist in education to Medical Staff including Residents, designated Committees and hospital staff on interpretation and communication techniques for obtaining appropriate medical record documentation.
  • Take an individual, active role in achieving the departmental SMART goals that support the pillars of the organizational strategic objectives
  • Utilized monitoring tools to track the progress of the Clinical Documentation Program
  • Participate in the implementation of new service lines for the organization to identify documentation needs of diagnoses and procedures being implemented

Education Qualifications
  • Bachelor's Degree Required
  • Bachelor's Degree in nursing or clinical Degree in related field, Preferred

Experience Qualifications
  • Two (2) years' experience in the Clinical field, Coding, Care Management or any combination of education, training and/or experience which demonstrates competence as described in Special Skills and Position Summary

Skills and Abilities
  • Strong Clinical background.
  • Exceptional problem-solving, time management and organizational skills.
  • Ability to work independently and communicate effectively and efficiently with Medical Staff and Healthcare Team.
  • Strong familiarity with medical practices, especially disease management and health and wellness programs.
  • Works with the Medical Staff and Documentation Team members to provide physician and staff education related to clinical documentation.
  • Have extensive knowledge of medical terminology and regulatory agency requirements.
  • Possess exceptional written and verbal communication skills in order to establish and maintain successful working relationships with all levels of staff.
  • Possess tact, initiative and confidence to meet the essential functions of the position.

Licenses and Certifications
  • Registered Nurse - South Carolina Department of Labor, Licensing and Regulation Required or
  • Registered Health Information Administrator - American Health Information Management Association Required or
  • Certified Coding Specialist - American Health Information Management Association

Physical Demand
Light Physical Demand
The intent of this job description is to provide a representative and level of the types of duties and responsibilities that will be required of positions given this title and shall not be construed as a contract for employment nor a declaration of the total of the specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position. Employees may be directed to perform tasks other than those specifically presented in this description.
Tidelands Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing employment opportunity without regard to an individual's age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or veteran status.
Tidelands Health is an equal opportunity employer (EOE). Tidelands Health does not discriminate against employees or applicants for employment on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, marital status, veteran status, gender, genetic information, familial status, or any other legally protected status.

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