Job Description
HIM Coding Team Lead – Health Information Management
Location: Uvalde Memorial Hospital - Uvalde, Texas Job Type: Full-Time
Make a Difference Every Day
At Uvalde Memorial Hospital, accurate and compliant medical coding is crucial to quality care. As a HIM Coding Team Lead, you will oversee coding operations for inpatient and outpatient records, ensuring adherence to regulations and supporting our mission of exceptional service. Join a team committed to precision, compliance, and excellence.
In This Role, You Will:
- Oversee daily coding activities, guiding team members to ensure accuracy and compliance.
- Code complex inpatient and outpatient medical records using ICD-10-CM and CPT-4 guidelines.
- Monitor coder productivity, perform audits, and provide feedback to support skill development.
- Serve as a resource for coding clarification and interpretation.
- Ensure compliance with federal, state, and hospital regulations, maintaining confidentiality and HIPAA standards.
What We're Looking For:
- A dedicated leader with a high school diploma or GED (Associate’s degree preferred).
- Certified Coding Specialist (CCS) or Certified Outpatient Professional Coder (COC) credential required.
- At least 2 years of experience in medical coding, with 2 years of supervisory or leadership experience preferred.
- Proficiency in coding systems and software, along with strong analytical skills.
Why You’ll Love Working Here:
- You’ll be part of a team that values precision, compliance, and growth.
- Opportunities for career advancement and professional development.
- We celebrate milestones, big and small — especially yours!
Ready to Join Our Family?
If you’re ready to lead with precision and excellence, we would love to meet you.
Join Uvalde Memorial Hospital as we open our brand new, state-of-the-art 153,000 square-foot hospital in Fall, 2021!
UMH is a Joint Commission Accredited hospital, recognized both nationally and internationally for both patient quality and employee engagement successes.
- Received award for placing in the top quartile in Modern Healthcare’s National “Top 100 Best Places to Work.”
- Received National recognition from Press Ganey for sustained top decile performance in employee engagement, resulting in over 15 awards from Press Ganey over the last 10 years.
- 20 years of accreditation by The Joint Commission.
- International acclamation from Studer Group with both their Fire Starter Award for patient and employee performance, as well as Discharge Processes in Patient Care
- CMS 4-Star rated hospital in Patient Quality of Care for two years.
- Top-of-the-line equipment providing the service region with access to medical care that rivals what is found in a big city
- Highly trained staff who have advanced certifications and take pride in advancing their education in the latest healthcare practices.
Situated at the base of the Hill Country, Uvalde is considered the "best kept secret in the West." It is the honey capital of the world, which means our Southern charm comes naturally. Also known as the "tree city," it is one of the few places you will find hundred- year-old-trees growing in the middle of the roads. Spectacular spring flowers and amazing autumn colors are the backdrop to outdoor adventures. We host tourists year-round with a variety of summer activities and hunting for dove, deer, and turkey in the fall. A short commute to San Antonio yields world-class shopping and dining. After a day of urban adventure, return home to rural Texas where running home for lunch every day and raising a family in a small town atmosphere is completely feasible.
Benefits for Full Time Employees Include:
- Paid Time Off and Extended Sick Leave
- Retirement Plans including matching 403(b) and 457(b) plans
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Employer Paid Life Insurance
- Short Term Disability
- Wellness Program
