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Full Time Medical Coding Assistant Jobs in Wayne, NJ

St. Joseph's Health

Certified Coding Auditor

Paterson, NJ · On-site

$27.75 - $31.50/hr

... assist and improve on physician correct coding/documentation education. Provides assistance with ... Must be knowledgeable of legal, regulatory and policy compliance issues related to medical coding ...

Medix

Senior Medical Coder

New York, NY · Remote

$28 - $36/hr

... potenital for full time hire About the Role We are supporting a growing healthcare technology ... This is not strictly a production coding role. The ideal candidate can independently review ...

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Advocare Neurowellness MD

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Medical Assistant

Denville, NJ · On-site

$17 - $18/hr

SEE RESPONSIBILITIESBELOW Status: Full-time (35 hours per week), Exempt Job Responsibilities: · ... coding using CPT and ICD-10coding · Medical Ethics (Patient Privacy and HIPPAguidelines) · ...

Schweigerderm

Medical Assistant (Full Time)

Nutley, NJ

$19 - $24/hr

The Medical Assistant is responsible for performing the highest quality of medical, clinical, and clerical tasks in a medical setting. Previous healthcare experience is required. Schedule: Full time, ...

Schweigerderm

Medical Assistant (Full Time)

Verona, NJ

$19 - $24/hr

The Medical Assistant is responsible for performing the highest quality of medical, clinical, and clerical tasks in a medical setting. Previous healthcare experience is required. Schedule: Full time, ...

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How much do full time medical coding assistant jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 3, 2026, the average hourly pay for full time medical coding assistant in Wayne, NJ is $19.73, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.92 and $21.68 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Full Time Medical Coding Assistant vs Medical Billing Specialist?

AspectFull Time Medical Coding AssistantMedical Billing Specialist
CredentialsCertification in medical coding (e.g., CPC)Certification in medical billing or coding (optional)
Work EnvironmentHospitals, clinics, healthcare officesMedical offices, billing companies, healthcare providers
Primary ResponsibilitiesAssigning codes to diagnoses and proceduresProcessing billing, submitting claims, managing payments

While both roles involve healthcare documentation, a Full Time Medical Coding Assistant focuses on assigning accurate medical codes, whereas a Medical Billing Specialist handles billing processes and claims management. Both roles often require similar certifications and work in healthcare settings, but their core tasks differ significantly.

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Infographic showing various Full Time Medical Coding Assistant job openings in Wayne, NJ as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 78% Full Time, 15% Part Time, and 6% Contract. Highlights an 91% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 8% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $41,029 per year, or $19.7 per hour.

Director of Coding Compliance

Essen Medical Associates

Bronx, NY

Full-time

Re-posted 15 days ago

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Company rating: 4.6 out of 10

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Job description

Overview

Essen Health Care is the largest privately held, multispecialty medical group in New York, providing high-quality, compassionate care to some of the state's most vulnerable and underserved residents.

Founded in 1999, we've grown from a single primary care office into a network of 50+ locations offering urgent care, primary care and specialty services, from women's health to endocrinology and psychiatry. We also provide nursing home support, care management, and in-home care through our Essen House Calls program. Guided by a Population Health model, our team of 500+ providers deliver care in-person, at home, or via telehealth, ensuring patients get the support they need when and where they need it.

We're looking for talented, motivated individuals to join our growing team. Whether you're a medical provider, administrator, or operations professional, there's a career here for you. Join us in making a real difference in the health of our community.

Job Summary

Position Title: Director of CodingCompliance

Position Summary: The Director of Coding Compliance is responsible for leading coding compliance and audit activities related to health plan operations, risk adjustment, payer audits and regulatory requirements. This role ensures accurate medical coding, documentation integrity, and adherence to federal, state, and payer-specific guidelines. The ideal candidate will possess advanced CPC coding expertise, strong analytical skills, and extensive experience supporting compliance initiatives within a managed care or health plan environment.

Responsibilities

Key Responsibilities

  • Conduct complex coding audits and documentation reviews for accuracy, completeness, and regulatory compliance.
  • Review ICD-10-CM, CPT, HCPCS, and risk adjustment coding to ensure alignment with CMS and payer guidelines.
  • Identify coding trends, compliance risks, and opportunities for operational improvement.
  • Partner with Compliance, SIU, Clinical Operations, Provider Education, and RCM teams to support organizational initiatives.
  • Develop and deliver provider and staff education related to coding accuracy and compliance standards.
  • Monitor regulatory changes and communicate impacts to leadership and operational teams.
  • Assist with internal and external audit preparation, corrective action plans, and regulatory responses.
  • Support oversight activities related to FWA (Fraud, Waste, and Abuse) prevention and documentation integrity.
  • Analyze audit findings and prepare detailed reports, dashboards, and executive summaries.
  • Serve as a subject matter expert for coding compliance and regulatory requirements.
Qualifications

Required Qualifications

  • Certified Professional Coder (CPC) certification required.
  • Minimum 7-10 years of medical coding and compliance auditing experience.
  • Minimum 5 years of experience within a health plan, managed care organization, or payer environment.
  • Strong knowledge of CMS regulations, Medicare Advantage, NYS Medicaid, HEDIS, and risk adjustment methodologies.
  • Extensive experience with ICD-10-CM, CPT, and HCPCS coding systems.
  • Knowledge of healthcare compliance standards and regulatory requirements.
  • Experience conducting coding audits and developing corrective action plans.
  • Strong analytical, communication, and leadership skills.
  • Proficiency with coding and audit software applications and Microsoft Office Suite.

 

Preferred Qualifications

  • CRC, CPMA, CCS, or other advanced coding/audit certification preferred.
  • Experience supporting delegated vendor oversight and regulatory audits.
  • Knowledge of NCQA standards and healthcare quality programs.
  • Bachelor's degree in Health Information Management, Healthcare Administration, Nursing, or related field preferred.

 

Core Competencies

  • Regulatory Compliance
  • Risk Assessment
  • Medical Coding Expertise
  • Audit & Monitoring
  • Provider Education
  • Cross-Functional Collaboration
  • Strategic Problem Solving
  • Data Analysis & Reporting

 

Work Environment

  • Onsite - Bronx, New York Office Monday - Friday
Equal Opportunity EmployerEssen Health care is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and we seek candidates who desire to work in and serve an ethnically diverse populationEmployment Type: FULL_TIME

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