Clin Documentation Spec/UKHC at University of Kentucky in Lexington, Kentucky

Job Description:

University of Kentucky

Equal Employment Opportunity/M/F/disability/protected veteran status.

Posting Details Posting Details

Job Title	Clin Documentation Spec/UKHC
Requisition Number	RE49754
Working Title	Clinical Documentation Specialist
Department Name	H4021: Revenue Management - Coding & Documentation
Work Location	Lexington, KY
Grade Level	11
Salary Range	$54,080-95,056/year
Type of Position	Staff
Position Time Status	Full-Time
Required Education	ADN
Click here for more information about equivalencies:	https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalencies
Required Related Experience	7 yrs
Required License/Registration/Certification	Registered Nurse (RN)
Physical Requirements	Occasionally standing or walking with objects weighing up to 10 lbs. and regularly sitting at a computer workstation for extended periods of time while performing tasks with repetitive motions (such as typing).
Shift	Primarily Monday through Friday; 8:00 am – 5:00 pm, with occasional evenings, nights, and holidays per business needs.
Job Summary	The Clinical Documentation Specialists review physician documentation to identify the most appropriate diagnosis-related group (DRG). When evidence supports additional diagnoses not documented in a manner that can be used in final ICD-10 codes, Clinical Documentation Specialists clarify with physician staff to make sure diagnoses are appropriately documented in the medical record. This function is vital to capture the most accurate clinical picture of severity of illness, risk of mortality, co-morbidities, and complications.
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities	The ideal candidate will have the ability to manage multiple tasks and/or projects while accurately completing routine functions in a fast paced, high intensity, professional work environment; knowledge of nursing theory; proficient in Microsoft Office; excellent attention to detail; exceptional planning and organizational skill; effective written and verbal communication skills; ability to solve routine problems and manage resources; and demonstrated ability to provide superior customer service, time management, and judgment.
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?	No
Preferred Education/Experience	A Bachelor’s degree and at least five years of nursing experience are preferred.
Deadline to Apply	04/09/2025
Our University Community	We value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we strongly encourage veterans, individuals with disabilities, women, and all minorities to consider our employment opportunities. Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.

Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. * Are you currently licensed by the state of Kentucky as a Registered Nurse (RN) or eligible to obtain license by date of hire?
   • Yes
   • No
2. * Please choose the answer that best describes your years of paid, full-time employment experience as a Registered Nurse.
   • None
   • More than 0, up through 1 year
   • More than 1 year, up through 2 years
   • More than 2 years, up through 3 years
   • More than 3 years
3. * Please indicate your years of paid work experience in identifying diagnosis-related groups (DRGs) or assigning ICD-9 codes.
   • None
   • More than 0, up through 1 year
   • More than 1 year, up through 3 years
   • More than 3 years, up through 5 years
   • More than 5 years
4. * Briefly describe your experience doing chart review (for example: clinical documentation, auditing, core measures, utilization review, legal, quality).

   (Open Ended Question)

5. * Where did you first see this position advertised other than on UK's online employment system?
   • InsideHigherEd.com
   • HigherEdJobs.com
   • Diverseeducation.com (Diverse Issues in Higher Education)
   • Latinosinhighered.com
   • HospitalCareers.com
   • Indeed.com
   • LinkedIn.com
   • Higher Education Recruitment Consortium (hercjobs.org)
   • A Colleague, Friend and/or Family Member
   • Careerbuilder.com
   • UK Job Fair
   • None of the Above

Applicant Documents
Required Documents

1. Resume

Optional Documents

1. Cover Letter

Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.

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Salary:

$54,080.00

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