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The Job San Bernardino County, Department of Public Health (DPH) is recruiting for Health Information Coder Trainees. Health Information Coder Trainees, under training conditions, abstract and code medical records according to the International Classification of Diseases and Current Procedural Terminology. Duties include reviewing charts (in paper or electronic format) and identifying procedures; abstracting and coding (or providing guidance on) patient charts, utilizing ICD-10-CM, CPT and HCPCS coding classifications; evaluating charts for completeness and accuracy in conformance with current-relevant standards and regulations; and contacting clinic/hospital staff to complete charts, make corrections, and/or clarify information for coding purposes.

For more detailed information, refer to the Health Information Coder Trainee job description. EXCELLENT BENEFITS To review job- specific benefits, refer to: Summary of Benefits Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT Pre-Employment Process: Prior to appointment, applicants must pass a background investigation which includes verification of employment history and education, fingerprinting, physical exam, and drug screening. Sponsorship: San Bernardino County is not able to consider candidates who will require Visa sponsorship at the time of application or in the future.

Candidates must be able to present their legal right to work in the United States at the time of employment. Travel: Travel throughout the County may be required and employees will be required to make provisions for such transportation. Minimum Requirements Credentials: Possess and maintain one of the following: RHIA: Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA) issued by the American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA), RHIT: Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT) issued by the American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA), CCS: Certified Coding Specialist (CCS) issued by the American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA), -or- CPC: Certified Professional Coder (CPC) issued by the American Academy of Professional Coders (AAPC).

Experience: None required. Desired Qualifications Experience utilizing an automated encoder or abstracting system is highly desired. Selection Process There will be a competitive evaluation of qualifications based on a review of the application and supplemental questionnaire.

It is to your advantage to be explicit in your responses on the application and supplemental questionnaire. Application Procedure: Please complete and submit the online employment application and supplemental questionnaire for consideration before the posted deadline. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of the application and/or supplemental questionnaires.

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