Clinical Documentation Integrity SpecialistYour future role at a glanceLocation: Partially Remote- Must reside within Austin, TX - onsite 1x per weekDepartment: Clinical Documentation IntegritySchedule: Full-Time | Days | Monday-FridaySalary: $96,208.99-$134,109.89 per yearLife at Ascension: Where purpose meets opportunityAscension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 97,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you'll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.Benefits that help you thriveComprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA optionsFinancial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insuranceTime to recharge: pro-rated paid time off (PTO) and holidaysCareer growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learningEmotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resourcesFamily support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefitsOther benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and moreHow you'll make an impact in this rolePerform routine audits of CDS reviews, queries, and EHR entries to ensure compliance with internal, industry, and regulatory standards.Assess query appropriateness and clinical evidence for alignment with ICD-10-CM/PCS, UHDDS, and CMS coding rules.Identify trends and variances in CDI performance, maintaining audit tools and reporting metrics to leadership.Provide one-on-one coaching and develop educational materials, including query templates and tip sheets based on performance trends.Design and deliver comprehensive CDI training, covering onboarding, continuing education, and skill refreshers.What minimum requirements you'll needLicensure / Certification / Registration:Required Credential(s): Clinical Documentation Prof.
credentialed from the Association of Clinical Documentation Improvement Specialists obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.Education:High School diploma equivalency with 2 years of cumulative experience OR Associate's degree/Bachelor's degree OR 4 years of applicable cumulative job specific experience required.What additional preferences we're seekingMust have a Certified Clinical Documentation Specialist (CCDS) certification from the Association of Clinical Documentation Improvement Specialists (ACDIS)RN license in TexasExpert understanding of CDI best practices, DRG methodologies (MS-DRG and APR-DRG), and coding principlesStrong knowledge of SOI/ROM, MCC/CC capture, risk adjustment, quality indicators (PSI, HAC, mortality), and CMS complianceProficiency with audit tools, EHR systems (e.g., Epic), and CDI software platforms (e.g., Iodine, 3M, Nuance)