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Woodward Academy

Clinical Therapist PRN

Woodward, IA · On-site

$59K - $80K/yr

Part-Time Clinical Therapist We are currently seeking a Part-Time Clinical Therapist to join our ... Ensure all clinical documentation is completed accurately and within required timeframes.

Woodward Academy

Clinical Therapist PRN

Woodward, IA · On-site

$59K - $80K/yr

Description: Part-Time Clinical Therapist We are currently seeking a Part-Time Clinical Therapist ... Ensure all clinical documentation is completed accurately and within required timeframes.

Woodward Academy

Clinical Therapist PRN

Woodward, IA

$59K - $80K/yr

Description Part-Time Clinical Therapist We are currently seeking a Part-Time Clinical Therapist to ... Ensure all clinical documentation is completed accurately and within required timeframes.

Nku

Part-time Clinical Faculty - Nursing

Highland Heights, KY · On-site

$37.25 - $51/hr

Position Title: Part-time Clinical Faculty - Nursing Position Type: Fixed Term (Fixed Term) About ... Applicants must have a minimum of two (2) years' experience as a registered nurse within the past ...

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How much do part time clinical documentation nurse jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 9, 2026, the average yearly pay for part time clinical documentation nurse in the United States is $108,414.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $82,500.00 and $146,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Part Time Clinical Documentation Nurse vs Part Time Medical Records Technician?

AspectPart Time Clinical Documentation NursePart Time Medical Records Technician
CredentialsRN license, clinical documentation trainingMedical records certification, health information management training
Work EnvironmentHospitals, clinics, healthcare facilitiesMedical offices, health information departments
Employer & IndustryHealthcare providers, hospitalsHealthcare organizations, clinics

Part Time Clinical Documentation Nurses focus on reviewing and ensuring accurate patient records, often working directly with clinical staff. In contrast, Part Time Medical Records Technicians manage and organize medical records, focusing on data entry and record maintenance. Both roles require healthcare knowledge but differ in daily tasks and responsibilities.

What is a part time clinical documentation nurse?

A Part Time Clinical Documentation Nurse is a registered nurse who works part-time hours and specializes in reviewing and improving the accuracy and quality of clinical documentation in healthcare settings. Their main role is to ensure that medical records accurately reflect the patient's diagnoses, treatment, and care provided. This helps to support patient care, comply with regulatory standards, and ensure appropriate reimbursement for healthcare services. Part Time Clinical Documentation Nurses often collaborate with physicians, coders, and other healthcare staff to clarify documentation and provide education on best practices.

What are some common challenges faced by part time clinical documentation nurses, and how can they be managed?

Part-time Clinical Documentation Nurses often face the challenge of maintaining continuity and staying updated on frequent regulatory changes and evolving documentation standards. Since they may work fewer hours or split shifts, effective communication with the full-time team is crucial to ensure accurate documentation and compliance. Utilizing digital tools and attending regular team meetings can help bridge gaps, and setting aside time for ongoing education ensures documentation remains thorough and up-to-date.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a part time clinical documentation nurse?

To thrive as a Part Time Clinical Documentation Nurse, you need a current RN license, strong clinical background, and a solid understanding of medical terminology and healthcare regulations. Familiarity with electronic health record (EHR) systems, clinical documentation improvement (CDI) tools, and coding standards such as ICD-10 and DRG is typically required. Attention to detail, analytical thinking, and effective communication skills help ensure accurate recordkeeping and collaboration with healthcare teams. These skills are crucial for maintaining compliance, optimizing reimbursement, and supporting high-quality patient care.
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Infographic showing various Part Time Clinical Documentation Nurse job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 70% Full Time, 23% Part Time, 1% Temporary, 4% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 94% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 4% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $108,414 per year, or $52.1 per hour.

Clinical Documentation Specialist

Community First Medical Center

Chicago, IL • On-site

$70K - $85K/yr

Full-time, Part-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 21 days ago

Community First Medical Center rating

3.9

Company rating: 3.9 out of 10

Based on 5 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

1,042nd of 1,055 rated hospitals

Job description

Description:

Opportunity for Full Time Days Monday-Friday

Will be on site

Clinical Documentation Specialist will ensure the overall quality and completeness of clinical documentation in patient medical records through extensive concurrent review, and concurrent interaction with physicians, care team members, case management, health information management and others as applicable. Monitors the documentation process and facilitates modifications to documentation to ensure clinical severity and intensity of service is documented to support the level of service and treatment rendered, to ensure accurate description of reasons for admission, patient severity, risk of mortality and conditions present on admission.


ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Review inpatient medical records using EMR for identified payer populations on admission.

2. Analyze clinical information to identify areas within the chart for potential gaps in physician documentation.

3. Works collaboratively with the coding staff to ensure documentation of principal diagnosis.

4. Facilitates modifications and improvements to clinical documentation.

5. Track successes and opportunities of the program by analyzing data obtained from tracking reports.

6. Collaborates with Case Management, Quality Improvement and other individuals.

7. Participates in committees as assigned and with planning and delivering educational initiatives.

8. Coordinates and facilitates team meetings in collaboration with the coding staff and others, as required.

9. Other duties as assigned.


Community First Medical Center offers benefits to all its full-time and part-time employees:

  • United Healthcare Medical PPO/HMO/HSA Plans, premiums as low as $50.00/full time, $85.00/Part Time
  • Met Life Dental and Vision
  • Paid Time Off (PTO) with annual accruals up to 168 hrs./year
  • Six paid holidays
  • Company Paid Life insurance and Short-term Disability
  • 401(k) after 90 days
  • Continuing Education reimbursement and 2 days paid off separate from PTO
  • Free Parking Garage
  • Internal Growth Opportunities
Requirements:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education and/or Experience

  • Must effective writing skills, critical-thinking and problem- solving skills, be self-motivated and manage deadlines.
  • Must have strong interpersonal skills to effectively interact with a variety of staff.
  • Graduate of an accredited school of nursing with current Illinois license, required.
  • Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing, Medicine or Associate’s degree in Health Information
  • Management with RHIT credentials required, Bachelor’s Degree in Health Information Management preferred.
  • R.N. must have a minimum of 5 years of recent acute care experience.
  • HIM professionals must have a minimum of 3 years of recent in-patient, acute care coding experience.
  • RN, RHIT or RHIA with 2 yrs. experience in a clinical documentation specialist role or Utilization Review.
  • Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA) or Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT), preferred
  • Knowledge of MS-DRG and reimbursement principles
  • Knowledge of Microsoft Word, Outlook, electronic medical record
  • Knowledge of EPIC patient information systems preferred.
  • Knowledge of a 3rd party clinical documentation management application preferred

Community First Medical Center is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer who is committed to cultivating diversity, equity and inclusion within all aspects of our organizations. We stand against and prohibit discrimination in hiring or employment on the basis of age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, gender identity, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation or any other protected status.

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