Loma Linda·San Bernardino, California
Perform regularly scheduled audits on coded accounts to ensure accuracy and identify high-risk areas. Provide training and in-servicing for new employees and ancillary department personnel regarding code assignments.
The Trainer-Coding and Quality Assurance performs regularly scheduled audits on coded accounts or on high risk areas to determine accuracy of code assignments. Works with the patient business office and other ancillary departments to ensure accurate reporting of codes. Performs training and in-servicing for new employees as well as other ancillary department personnel identified as needing additional training as it relates to code assignment. Performs other duties as needed.
Bachelor's Degree in Health Information Management preferred. Minimum three years of experience coding in an acute care facility required.
Extensive knowledge of ICD and CPT coding systems is required. Knowledge of a minimum of five of the following categories of coding required: Inpatient Medicare, Inpatient Non-Medicare, Outpatient Radiology including Interventional, Outpatient Satellite/Clinics, Outpatient Diagnostic, Outpatient Surgery, Emergency Department, observation, recurring, Inpatient Surgery. Knowledge of medical terminology required. Knowledge of encoding systems. Able to read; write legibly; speak in English with professional quality; use computer, printer, and software programs necessary to the position (e.g., Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint). Operate/troubleshoot basic office equipment required for the position. Able to relate and communicate positively, effectively, and professionally with others; work calmly and respond courteously when under pressure; collaborate and accept direction. Able to communicate effectively in English in person, in writing, and on the telephone; think critically; manage multiple assignments effectively; organize and prioritize workload; work well under pressure; problem solve; recall information with accuracy; pay close attention to detail; work independently with minimal supervision. Able to distinguish colors as necessary; hear sufficiently for general conversation in person and on the telephone, and identify and distinguish various sounds associated with the workplace; see adequately to read computer screens, and written documents necessary to the position.
Certified Coding Specialist (CCS) required.
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Requires a Certified Coding Specialist (CCS) certification and at least three years of coding experience in an acute care facility. A Bachelor's Degree in Health Information Management is preferred.
Market context
In California, Trainer-Coding & QA roles are often tied to steady demand for accurate inpatient coding, audit readiness, and staff training in acute care settings. These jobs are competitive because employers usually want CCS certification, several years of acute care coding experience, and strong quality-assurance judgment; the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform help you review the original posting faster. Before applying, compare your CCS credentials and acute care experience against the posting and be ready to show examples of coding accuracy or training work.