SSM Health·Missouri
Develops and delivers coding educational programs to ensure accuracy and consistency in documentation and coding practices. Acts as a subject matter expert and liaison between providers, coding departments, and corporate leadership to drive clinical and financial outcomes.
EDUCATION Bachelor's degree in business, healthcare or related field, or equivalent years of experience and education
EXPERIENCE Three years' experience PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS Frequent lifting/carrying and pushing/pulling objects weighing 0-25 lbs.
Frequent sitting, standing, walking, reaching and repetitive foot/leg and hand/arm movements.
Frequent use of vision and depth perception for distances near (20 inches or less) and far (20 feet or more) and to identify and distinguish colors.
Frequent use of hearing and speech to share information through oral communication.
Ability to hear alarms, malfunctioning machinery, etc.
Frequent keyboard use/data entry.
Occasional bending, stooping, kneeling, squatting, twisting and gripping.
Occasional lifting/carrying and pushing/pulling objects weighing 25-50 lbs.
Rare climbing.
Required professional license and/Or certifications
SSM Health values our exceptional employees by offering a comprehensive benefits package to fit their needs. Paid Parental Leave: we offer eligible team members one week of paid parental leave for newborns or newly adopted children (pro-rated based on FTE). Flexible Payment Options: our voluntary benefit offered through DailyPay offers eligible hourly team members instant access to their earned, unpaid base pay (fees may apply) before payday. Upfront Tuition Coverage: we provide upfront tuition coverage through FlexPath Funded for eligible team members. Explore All Benefits SSM Health is an equal opportunity employer. SSM Health does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Click here to learn more.
Requires a bachelor's degree in business, healthcare, or a related field, or equivalent experience, along with at least three years of relevant experience. Candidates must hold a professional certification such as CCA, CCS-P, COC, CPC, RHIA, or RHIT.
Market context
In Missouri, coding educator openings often signal steady demand from healthcare organizations that need accurate coding, training, and compliance support. These roles are competitive because employers typically want both a bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience and a recognized certification such as CCA, CCS-P, COC, CPC, RHIA, or RHIT. Review the required credential match and note that the job requirements and benefits here are AI-summarized from the original posting, saving you research time.