It takes a special focus to be the Best in the West.
Through a shared vision of unyielding excellence, UCLA Health System has earned a position of prominence in health care. In the U.S.News & World Report “America’s Best Hospitals” Honor Roll, we have ranked as the best hospital in the western United States for 22 consecutive years. This level of consistency can only be achieved with a team that truly cares. We invite you to join us.
Clinical Documentation Specialist – Utilization Review/Case Management
In this position, you will be responsible for the day-to-day implementation and success of our Clinical Documentation Improvement Program. This involves educating patient care team members on clinical documentation practices and guidelines, conducting concurrent reviews and evaluations of medical records, assisting with the coding and processing of inpatient claims, helping provide comprehensive medical record documentation, and regularly assessing documentation practices to identify opportunities for improvement.
To qualify, you must have current California RN licensure; at least 3 years of clinical hospital experience (or an equivalent combination of education and experience in case or utilization management or clinical documentation review); and recent experience in care management, quality utilization or coding. You also must have working knowledge of all applicable regulations regarding utilization review, discharge planning and clinical documentation. Strong leadership/supervisory and training skills are crucial to success.
THE BENEFITS OF BELONGING
As a valued full-time member of our staff, you’ll enjoy outstanding benefits, including health, dental and vision plans that begin on your first day and a retirement plan that is one of the best in the nation. You will also receive 13 paid holidays and 15 vacation days beginning your first year. Relocation assistance is available for those who qualify.
For more information, visit uclahealthcareers.org or contact Aaron Magpali at AMagpali@mednet.ucla.edu. Apply directly at www.ecentralmetrics.com/url/?u=36741479830-28
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