Fully Remote Medical Coder- Must Have CCS Cert

Vaco Phoenix is looking for a fully remote Medical Coder for a top Healthcare client in Chicago, IL! This Medical Coder Specialist must have 3 years of experience as well as a CCS Certification. This is a long-term contract to hire position paying $36/HR-$40/HR depending on experience. Responsibilities: • Assigns ICD-10-CM-PCS and/or CPT-4 diagnostic and procedure codes to patient charts with accuracy and attention to detail • Abstracts selected data items and enters in 3M encoder/Epic software with accuracy and attention to detail • Completes UHDDS data abstraction as required • Maintains a log of work performed • Completes other assigned duties as directed by management • Competent attention to detail and accuracy • Ability to concentrate on task at hand in open distracting environment independent manner; minimizing distractions in private work-from-home space • Ability to apply local, state, and federal coding guidelines with attention to detail Vaco by Highspring values a diverse workplace and strongly encourages women, people of color, LGBTQ+ individuals, people with disabilities, members of ethnic minorities, foreign-born residents, and veterans to apply. 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Pay Transparency Notice Determining compensation for this role (and others) at Vaco by Highspring depends upon a wide array of factors including but not limited to: • the individual’s skill sets, experience and training; • licensure and certification requirements; • office location and other geographic considerations; • other business and organizational needs. With that said, as required by local law, Vaco by Highspring believes that the following salary range referenced above reasonably estimates the base compensation for an individual hired into this position in geographies that require salary range disclosure. The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses. Remote Skills: Certified Coding Specialist (CCS), Consulting, Current Procedural Terminology (CPT), Detail Oriented, English Language, Epic Systems, Hair Styling, Healthcare, ICD-10, Medical Coding, Medical Treatment, Patient Charts, State Laws and Regulations, Work From Home About the Company: Vaco LLC Vaco provides expert consulting, permanent placement, executive search and strategic staffing for companies around the world, in the areas of accounting, finance, technology, healthcare, operations, administration and more. As a premier talent solutions firm, Vaco connects people to their dream jobs and helps leading companies find talent to grow their business. Since its founding in 2002, Vaco has grown to more than 35 offices across the globe, 700+ employees, more than 3,000 consultants and $450M in revenue. Vaco has been named to Inc. magazine’s list of the fastest-growing private companies for past 11 years and is dedicated to developing long-term relationships, life-long careers and creative client solutions. Company Size: 2,500 to 4,999 employees Industry: Staffing/Employment Agencies Founded: 2002 Website: http://www.vaco.com/