**Employment Type:** Full time **Shift:** Day Shift **Description:** **Coding Specialist II** **– New Ortho Office – Remote** St. Peter’s Health Partners is opening a new Orthopedics Office in Latham, NY. If you are looking for a Remote Coding Specialist position in a new Orthopedics Office, this could be your opportunity. Here at St. Peter's Health Partner's, we care for more people in more places. **Position Highlights:** + **Quality of Life:** Where career opportunities and quality of life converge + **Advancement** : Strong orientation program, generous tuition allowance and career development + **Work/Life** : Monday – Friday; Office hours + **We offer great Benefits including** : Competitive Pay, Paid Leave, Blue Cross/Blue Shield Health Insurance just to name a few. **What you will do:** The Coding Specialist analyzes physician/provider documentation contained in health records (electronic, paper or hybrid) to determine the principal diagnosis, secondary diagnoses, principal procedure and secondary procedures. Utilizes encoder software applications, which includes all applicable online tools and references in the assignment of Internal Classification of Diseases, Clinical Modification diagnosis and procedure codes, and Current Procedural Terminology / Healthcare Common Procedure Coding System (HCPCS) procedure codes and all required modifiers **What you will need:** + Two years of current Coding Experience + Preference given to Orthopedic Experience + Certified Coding Specialist (CCS), Certified Procedural Coder (CPC), Registered Health Information + Completion of an AHIMA-approved coding program or an AAPC-approved coding program, or Associate’s degree in Health Information Management or a related field or an equivalent combination of years of education and experience is required. + Current experience utilizing encoding/grouping software is preferred. Ability to utilize both manual and automated versions of the ICD and CPT coding classification systems is preferred. + Ability to use a standard desktop and windows based computer system, including a basic understanding of e-mail, internet, and computer navigation. Ability to use other software as required to perform the essential functions on the job. Familiarity with distance learning or using web-based training tools desirable. + Well-developed written and oral communication skills that may be used either on-site or in virtual working environments. Ability to communicate effectively with individuals and groups representing diverse perspectives. + Ability to work with minimal supervision and exercise independent judgment. + Ability to research, analyze and assimilate information from various on-site or virtual sources based on technical and experience-based knowledge. Must exhibit critical thinking skills and possess the ability to prioritize workload. + High School Diploma Required/ AAS preferred + Ability to lift 20 lbs. **Pay Range: $21.20 - $29.15** Pay is based on experience, skills, and education. Exempt positions under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) will be paid within the base salary equivalent of the stated hourly rates. The pay range may also vary within the stated range based on location. **Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion** Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, Catholic healthcare systems in the nation. Built on the foundation of our Mission and Core Values, we integrate diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. Our colleagues have different lived experiences, customs, abilities, and talents. Together, we become our best selves. A diverse and inclusive workforce provides the most accessible and equitable care for those we serve. Trinity Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by law. Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion Trinity Health is a family of 115,000 colleagues and nearly 26,000 physicians and clinicians across 25 states. Because we serve diverse populations, our colleagues are trained to recognize the cultural beliefs, values, traditions, language preferences, and health practices of the communities that we serve and to apply that knowledge to produce positive health outcomes. We also recognize that each of us has a different way of thinking and perceiving our world and that these differences often lead to innovative solutions. Our dedication to diversity includes a unified workforce (through training and education, recruitment, retention, and development), commitment and accountability, communication, community partnerships, and supplier diversity. EOE including disability/veteran