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Clinical Documentation Specialist

Bismarck, ND · On-site

$34.50 - $46.50/hr

The CDS utilizes the hospital's designated clinical documentation system to identify opportunities for physician and hospital outcomes, provides or coordinates education to all internal customers ...

Manager Clinical Documentation

Baton Rouge, LA · On-site

$33.25 - $45/hr

The manager of CDI is responsible for managing, coordinating and facilitating activities for the quality and completeness of clinical documentation. Manages CDI staff and concurrent review activity ...

Clinical Documentation Specialist

Bismarck, ND · On-site

$34.50 - $46.50/hr

The CDS utilizes the hospital's designated clinical documentation system to identify opportunities for physician and hospital outcomes, provides or coordinates education to all internal customers ...

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How much do clinical documentation coordinator jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 6, 2026, the average hourly pay for clinical documentation coordinator in the United States is $28.65, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $20.67 and $34.13 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a clinical documentation coordinator do?

A Clinical Documentation Coordinator is responsible for ensuring that patient medical records are accurate, complete, and comply with healthcare regulations. They review clinical documentation, work closely with healthcare providers, and help clarify ambiguities to support proper coding and billing. Their role is vital in improving the quality of clinical documentation, which impacts patient care, hospital reimbursement, and regulatory compliance. They often provide education and feedback to medical staff regarding best documentation practices.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a clinical documentation coordinator, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Clinical Documentation Coordinator, you need a solid background in medical terminology, health information management, and clinical documentation standards, often supported by a degree or certification such as RHIA or RHIT. Familiarity with electronic health records (EHR) systems, coding software, and clinical documentation improvement (CDI) tools is typically required. Strong attention to detail, analytical thinking, and effective communication skills help you collaborate with medical staff and ensure accuracy. These competencies are crucial for maintaining compliant, high-quality clinical records that support patient care and regulatory requirements.

How does a clinical documentation coordinator typically collaborate with physicians and other healthcare staff to ensure accurate medical records?

As a Clinical Documentation Coordinator, you'll work closely with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to clarify documentation in patient medical records. This often involves conducting concurrent reviews, querying providers for additional information, and providing education on best documentation practices. Strong communication and relationship-building skills are essential, as you'll act as a liaison between clinical staff and coding teams to promote compliance and optimize reimbursement. Regular meetings and case discussions are common to address documentation gaps and support continuous improvement.
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Clinical Documentation Coordinator - FT - Texoma - ROC

UHS

Edinburg, TX • On-site

Full-time

Posted 18 days ago


Universal Health Services rating

6.9

Company rating: 6.9 out of 10

Based on 254 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

453rd of 898 rated healthcare providers


Job description

Responsibilities

POSITION SUMMARY:
Responsible for improving the overall quality and completeness of clinical documentation.  Promotes a partnership between the concurrent clinical reviewers, medical record coders, and physicians to improve documentation and reimbursement for STHS. Facilitates clarification and specificity to clinical documentation through appropriate interaction with physicians, advocating for appropriate reimbursement.  Supports the accuracy and completeness of the clinical information used for measuring and reporting physician and hospital outcomes to reflect the patient’s true severity of illness, intensity of care, and risk of mortality.  Educates all members of the health care team on an ongoing basis.


Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS:
1.    Excellent written and verbal communication skills required. 
2.    Excellent critical thinking skills required and must be detail oriented.
3.    Knowledge of age-specific needs and elements of disease process and related procedures required.  Strong broad based clinical knowledge and understanding of pathology/physiology of disease processes.
4.    Ability to work independently in a time-oriented environment is essential.  
5.    Working knowledge of Medicare reimbursement system and coding structures preferred, by not required.
6.    Computer literacy essential.
7.    Must demonstrate commitment and adherence to STHS’s Compliance Program and Code of Conduct through compliance with all policies and procedures, the Code of Conduct, attendance at required training and immediately reporting suspected compliance issue(s) to the Compliance Officer.


EDUCATION / LICENSURE:
1.    Associate, Bachelor or Master’s Degree in Nursing or Healthcare Related Field; Advanced degree such as International MD degree acceptable.
2.    Minimum of 3-5 years clinical experience in an acute care or direct patient care setting; Critical Care, Medical/Surgical or Emergency Department nursing preferred.
3.    Must be able to travel between facilities as needed.

EEO Statement

All UHS subsidiaries are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates. UHS subsidiaries are equal opportunity employers and as such, openly support and fully commit to recruitment, selection, placement, promotion and compensation of individuals without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), genetic information, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

We believe that diversity and inclusion among our teammates is critical to our success.

Notice

At UHS and all our subsidiaries, our Human Resources departments and recruiters are here to help prospective candidates by matching skillset and experience with the best possible career path at UHS and our subsidiaries.  We take pride in creating a highly efficient and best in class candidate experience. During the recruitment process, no recruiter or employee will request financial or personal information (Social Security Number, credit card or bank information, etc.) from you via email. The recruiters will not email you from a public webmail client like Hotmail, Gmail, Yahoo Mail, etc. If you are suspicious of a job posting or job-related email mentioning UHS or its subsidiaries, let us know by contacting us at: https://uhs.alertline.com or 1-800-852-3449.

Qualifications:

QUALIFICATIONS:
1.    Excellent written and verbal communication skills required. 
2.    Excellent critical thinking skills required and must be detail oriented.
3.    Knowledge of age-specific needs and elements of disease process and related procedures required.  Strong broad based clinical knowledge and understanding of pathology/physiology of disease processes.
4.    Ability to work independently in a time-oriented environment is essential.  
5.    Working knowledge of Medicare reimbursement system and coding structures preferred, by not required.
6.    Computer literacy essential.
7.    Must demonstrate commitment and adherence to STHS’s Compliance Program and Code of Conduct through compliance with all policies and procedures, the Code of Conduct, attendance at required training and immediately reporting suspected compliance issue(s) to the Compliance Officer.


EDUCATION / LICENSURE:
1.    Associate, Bachelor or Master’s Degree in Nursing or Healthcare Related Field; Advanced degree such as International MD degree acceptable.
2.    Minimum of 3-5 years clinical experience in an acute care or direct patient care setting; Critical Care, Medical/Surgical or Emergency Department nursing preferred.
3.    Must be able to travel between facilities as needed.

EEO Statement

All UHS subsidiaries are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates. UHS subsidiaries are equal opportunity employers and as such, openly support and fully commit to recruitment, selection, placement, promotion and compensation of individuals without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), genetic information, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

We believe that diversity and inclusion among our teammates is critical to our success.

Notice

At UHS and all our subsidiaries, our Human Resources departments and recruiters are here to help prospective candidates by matching skillset and experience with the best possible career path at UHS and our subsidiaries.  We take pride in creating a highly efficient and best in class candidate experience. During the recruitment process, no recruiter or employee will request financial or personal information (Social Security Number, credit card or bank information, etc.) from you via email. The recruiters will not email you from a public webmail client like Hotmail, Gmail, Yahoo Mail, etc. If you are suspicious of a job posting or job-related email mentioning UHS or its subsidiaries, let us know by contacting us at: https://uhs.alertline.com or 1-800-852-3449.

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Universal Health Services (UHS) is a major player in the healthcare industry, based in King of Prussia, Pennsylvania, U.S. Founded in 1978, UHS offers hospital and healthcare services. Their diverse services range from acute care hospitals, behavioral health facilities and ambulatory centers nationwide. The company's mission of enhancing the health and well-being of their patients is reflected in their commitment to 'Helping Individuals Live Longer, Healthier and Happier Lives'. Universal Health Services' consistent growth and success in their industry have been recognized on numerous occasions, including being ranked amongst the Fortune 500 list of largest companies.

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