Washington State Licensed Clinical Documentation Specialist

Job Summary

To enhance clinical documentation practices, the full-time Washington State Licensed Clinical Documentation Specialist in Oncology will review and improve clinical documentation quality, ensure accurate reimbursement, and educate healthcare teams, all while working remotely.

Key responsibilities

• Conduct audits and investigations of medical records for compliance and operational efficiency
• Collaborate with physicians and coding specialists to clarify documentation and ensure appropriate DRG assignment
• Educate healthcare providers on medical documentation compliance, coding, and performance improvement methodologies

Required qualifications

• Current licensure as a Registered Nurse in Washington State
• Bachelor's Degree in Nursing
• At least 6 years of in-patient Oncology nursing experience
• 2 years of Clinical Documentation Improvement (CDI) experience; CCDS and/or CDIP certifications preferred
• Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills