Executive Director of Clinical Documentation Improvement

Job Summary

Leading the Clinical Documentation Improvement (CDI) Program, the full-time Executive Director of Clinical Documentation Improvement will oversee strategies to ensure accurate patient documentation, collaborate with interdisciplinary teams, and manage departmental operations, all while working remotely.

Key responsibilities:

• Develop and manage initiatives for the Documentation Improvement Department to align with strategic goals
• Oversee daily operations of the CDI departments, ensuring compliance with productivity and quality standards
• Lead performance improvement initiatives and communication efforts regarding documentation with healthcare teams

Required qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Health Information Management, Nursing, or a related field; Master's degree preferred
• Minimum of 10 years of progressive healthcare experience, including 5 years in CDI, nursing, or HIM leadership roles
• Advanced clinical expertise and extensive knowledge of complex disease processes and clinical data analysis
• Proficiency in reimbursement systems and federal, state, and payer-specific regulations related to documentation and coding
• Strong ability to analyze complex scenarios and establish effective working relationships with healthcare professionals