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Medical Records Technician

Colchester, VT ยท On-site

$17.25 - $22.22/hr

... coding, healthcare documentation, or a related field is preferred. * Beginning-level position ... Experience with DoD, Army National Guard, military medical readiness systems, or Government health ...

Medical Records Technician

Colchester, VT ยท On-site

$17.25 - $22.22/hr

... coding, healthcare documentation, or a related field is preferred. * Beginning-level position ... Experience with DoD, Army National Guard, military medical readiness systems, or Government health ...

Medical Records Technician

Colchester, VT ยท On-site

$17.25 - $22.22/hr

... coding, healthcare documentation, or a related field is preferred. * Beginning-level position ... Experience with DoD, Army National Guard, military medical readiness systems, or Government health ...

Medical Records Technician

Colchester, VT ยท On-site

$17.25 - $22.22/hr

... coding, healthcare documentation, or a related field is preferred. * Beginning-level position ... Experience with DoD, Army National Guard, military medical readiness systems, or Government health ...

Medical Records Technician

Colchester, VT ยท On-site

$17.25 - $22.22/hr

... coding, healthcare documentation, or a related field is preferred. * Beginning-level position ... Experience with DoD, Army National Guard, military medical readiness systems, or Government health ...

Medical Records Technician

Colchester, VT ยท On-site

$17.25 - $22.22/hr

... coding, healthcare documentation, or a related field is preferred. * Beginning-level position ... Experience with DoD, Army National Guard, military medical readiness systems, or Government health ...

Medical Records Technician

Colchester, VT ยท On-site

$17.25 - $22.22/hr

... coding, healthcare documentation, or a related field is preferred. * Beginning-level position ... Experience with DoD, Army National Guard, military medical readiness systems, or Government health ...

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How much do dod medical coder jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 9, 2026, the average hourly pay for dod medical coder in the United States is $22.42, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $18.03 and $24.04 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a DoD Medical Coder?

DoD Medical Coders are professionals who specialize in reviewing and translating healthcare documentation into standardized medical codes for the Department of Defense (DoD) healthcare system. Their work ensures that medical services provided to military personnel and their families are accurately recorded and billed. They play a crucial role in maintaining compliance with regulations, supporting healthcare analytics, and facilitating proper reimbursement. DoD Medical Coders must be familiar with coding systems like ICD-10, CPT, and HCPCS, as well as specific DoD policies and procedures.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a DoD Medical Coder?

To thrive as a DoD Medical Coder, you need a solid understanding of medical terminology, anatomy, coding systems (ICD-10, CPT, HCPCS), and compliance standards, typically backed by a relevant certification such as CPC, CCS, or CCA. Proficiency with electronic health record (EHR) systems, coding software, and familiarity with Defense Health Agency (DHA) regulations is essential. Attention to detail, integrity, and strong analytical and communication skills help ensure accuracy and compliance in sensitive military healthcare environments. These skills are crucial for maintaining data integrity, supporting billing accuracy, and upholding regulatory standards within the Department of Defense healthcare system.

What are some common challenges faced by DoD Medical Coders, and how can new hires effectively overcome them?

DoD Medical Coders often encounter challenges such as interpreting complex military medical documentation, staying current with frequent updates to coding regulations, and ensuring strict compliance with HIPAA and DoD-specific privacy standards. New hires can effectively overcome these challenges by actively participating in ongoing training, utilizing available resources and support from experienced team members, and maintaining open communication with healthcare providers for clarification. Building strong attention to detail and adaptability will help coders excel in this dynamic environment.

What is the difference between Dod Medical Coder vs Medical Biller?

AspectDod Medical CoderMedical Biller
CertificationsCPMA, CPC, CCSCPB, CPC
Work EnvironmentMilitary healthcare facilities, government agenciesHospitals, clinics, private practices
Job FocusMedical coding, record accuracyBilling, claims processing
Industry UsagePrimarily government/military healthcareBroad healthcare industry

While both Dod Medical Coders and Medical Billers work within healthcare settings, Dod Medical Coders focus on assigning codes to medical records in military and government healthcare environments. Medical Billers handle billing and claims submission across various healthcare providers. Understanding these differences helps professionals choose the right career path or specialization.

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Infographic showing various Dod Medical Coder job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 78% Full Time, 15% Part Time, and 6% Contract. Highlights an 90% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 9% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $46,638 per year, or $22.4 per hour.

Training Program Administrator

Saint Louis, MO โ€ข On-site

Chenega Corporation
IT Servicesย โ€ขย 5 - 10K employees

Full-time

This job post hasย expired 2 days ago.ย Applications are no longer accepted.


Job description

Summary

AJANTA CONSULTING, LLC.

St. Louis, MO

THIS POSITION IS CONTINGENT UPON BID AWARD

The Training Program Administrator delivers unparalleled capability to the Air Force through a robust infrastructure and professional civilian staff offered by nine medical Air Force Specialty Codes the opportunity to fulfill necessary Comprehensive Medical Readiness Program (CMRP) training and annual training exercises. Mercy Health is a training platform partnered with Air Force Reserve Command that provides advanced trauma/critical care for DoD medical personnel.


Responsibilities
  • Complete Mercy Healthโ€™s annual tour orientation program within the first 60 days.
  • Demonstrate exceptional interpersonal skills by fostering positive, collaborative relationships with internal teams, external partners, and stakeholders.
  • Deliver clear, concise, and professional verbal communication in meetings, presentations, and briefings.
  • Provide written communications, including reports, correspondence, and technical documentation, shall be accurate, well-structured, and tailored to the intended audience.
  • Assist in facilitating Mercy Health Systems informational tours for visiting dignitaries, public organizations, and internal/external persons interested in the Training Platformโ€™s activities.
  • Coordinate site visits, parking, reserving meeting rooms, refreshments, and refining itineraries with other departments.
  • Collect, review, and file After Action Reports and surveys from each unit/individual that completes annual tour at Mercy Health. Report results to Program Director at quarterly staff meetings.
  • Coordinate with Mercy Health SIM lab POC to schedule time for AFRC usage.
  • Develop Monthly Training Roster and ensure it contains a detailed log of all personnel trained, dates, and specific training tasks signed off, along with any other data required.
  • Provide administrative support for military staff members assigned at Mercy Health.
  • Coordinate scheduling training for required military members across all contracted Mercy Health locations.
  • Coordinate updates and reviews the Training Affiliation Agreements (TAAs) and Memorandum of Agreement (MOAs & MOUs) with all civilian universities/military organizations, which will require significant coordination with each legal division(s) and the United States Air Force Reserve Command.
  • Perform administrative management service-oriented tasks: answering phone calls and correspondence, typing, filing, building, and maintaining simple databases, ordering office supplies, scheduling rooms, coordinating with Mercy Health System as needed, constructing training, and in-processing packets for all members.
  • Assist with member registration on the first day of training, badge procurement, scrub and badge issue, roster and/or other required administrative paperwork.
  • Assist in building an annual schedule based on fiscal year and publishes no later than (NLT) 1 July.
  • Work with reserve units to ensure they submit required information according to scheduling timelines, i.e. scheduling request 90 days prior to arrival, pre-hospital orientation packets/documents NLT 60 days prior to arrival.
  • Coordinate with housekeeping and security to ensure operation security and badge control monitoring requirements are met.
  • Update reserve medical training contacts and capabilities roster on a quarterly or as needed basis.
  • Other duties as assigned

Qualifications
  • Bachelors degree in healthcare administration Business-related field
  • Minimum (5) five yearsโ€™ experience as a healthcare administrator, certified project manager or in a related area(s) OR
  • Masterโ€™s degree in Healthcare Administration .

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

  • Knowledge and understanding of applicable Air Force and professional standards..
  • Knowledge of military and civilian guidelines that govern policy and procedure.
  • Experience in a healthcare setting with clinical trauma (ER/ICU) Preferred.

Physical Demands: (The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.)

While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to sit and talk or hear. The employee may use repeated motions that include the arms, wrists, hands and/or fingers. The employee is occasionally required to walk, stand, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision.

Any estimated salary provided by this job board may not align with Chenega's compensation program. Please apply to connect with a recruiter who can provide more details.

Qualifications:
  • Bachelors degree in healthcare administration Business-related field
  • Minimum (5) five yearsโ€™ experience as a healthcare administrator, certified project manager or in a related area(s) OR
  • Masterโ€™s degree in Healthcare Administration .

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

  • Knowledge and understanding of applicable Air Force and professional standards..
  • Knowledge of military and civilian guidelines that govern policy and procedure.
  • Experience in a healthcare setting with clinical trauma (ER/ICU) Preferred.

Physical Demands: (The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.)

While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to sit and talk or hear. The employee may use repeated motions that include the arms, wrists, hands and/or fingers. The employee is occasionally required to walk, stand, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision.

Any estimated salary provided by this job board may not align with Chenega's compensation program. Please apply to connect with a recruiter who can provide more details.

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