Medical Coder

Job Title: Senior Coding Educator

Location: Chicagoland

Type: Remote

Pay: target salary $65,000-90,000

Job Type: Permanent

Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, and 401(k) for eligible employees

About the Opportunity

Our client is a top-tier, fully integrated healthcare system serving the Chicagoland area and surrounding suburbs , known for delivering high-quality, patient-centered care across a broad network of hospitals and outpatient facilities.

With a large regional footprint and strong reputation for clinical excellence, this organization offers stability, growth, and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact .

They are seeking a Coding Educator to support coding excellence, provider documentation improvement, and compliance initiatives across the system.

Position Overview

The Coding Educator is responsible for developing and delivering education programs that enhance coding accuracy, documentation quality, and regulatory compliance.

This role partners closely with providers, coders, and revenue cycle leadership to identify gaps, improve performance, and drive best practices across the organization.

This is a hybrid position , offering flexibility with the ability to work from home while also engaging onsite for collaboration, training, and provider interaction.

Key Responsibilities

Develop and deliver coding education and training programs for providers and coding staff
Review clinical documentation and coding practices to identify improvement opportunities
Provide real-time and ongoing feedback to physicians and clinical teams
Support initiatives related to documentation integrity, compliance, and revenue optimization
Analyze coding trends, audit findings, and denial patterns to guide education strategies
Collaborate with revenue cycle, compliance, CDI, and operational leadership
Maintain up-to-date knowledge of CPT, ICD-10-CM, and HCPCS guidelines and regulatory changes
Assist with onboarding and continuous education of coding staff

Qualifications

Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Health Information Management or related field (or equivalent experience)
3+ years of coding experience (physician, outpatient, or inpatient)
Strong knowledge of CPT, ICD-10-CM, and HCPCS coding
Experience in coding education, training, or auditing
Certification required (one or more preferred):
CPC (Certified Professional Coder)
CCS or CCS-P
RHIT or RHIA
Strong communication and presentation skills with ability to educate clinical staff
Experience with EMR systems (Epic preferred)

Preferred Qualifications

Certified Professional Medical Auditor (CPMA)
Experience within a hospital or large health system
Background in revenue cycle, CDI, or compliance programs

Work Environment & Locations

This is a hybrid role with flexibility to work remotely and onsite as needed.

Candidates should be comfortable commuting to multiple locations across the Chicagoland area and surrounding suburbs , depending on business needs, training sessions, and provider engagement.

Why This Role?

Join a leading, highly respected healthcare system with strong growth and stability
Hybrid flexibility with access to multiple Chicagoland locations
High-impact role influencing provider behavior and revenue integrity
Collaborative, team-driven environment with strong leadership support
Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits

Benefits