Job Description

Certified Medical Coder

 

JOB-10045697

 

Anticipated Start Date

February 02, 2026

 

Location

Brooklyn, NY

 

Type of Employment

Contract Hire

 

Employer Info

Our client provides top-ranked care, dozens of inpatient and outpatient specialties, and mental health services with a team of highly trained and caring medical professionals who are compassionate, culturally competent and patient centered. Their vision is to be a fully integrated health system that enables New Yorkers to live their healthiest lives. Many of their roles are temp-to-hire, giving our client and our candidates the opportunity to ensure they are the right fit for a full-time position, as this comes with career advancement opportunities and excellent benefits. In fact, over 30% of our candidates have converted to full-time positions at our client.

 

Job Summary

We are looking for individual to join our client’s team as Certified Medical Coder focusing on outpatient and emergency department (ED) coding. The ideal candidate will ensure accurate and timely coding of medical records in compliance with federal, payor, and coding guidelines, supporting efficient billing and reimbursement processes.

 

Job Description

• Medical coding in an acute care setting; must possess proficient computer skills (e.g., MS Word, Excel, ICD 9 CM, CPT 4, Encoder)
• Apply knowledge of ICD-10-CM, CPT-4, HCPCS, and coding guidelines to assign appropriate codes.
• Review medical records for completeness, clarity, and accuracy to support coding decisions.
• Research and resolve coding-related issues, including payer-specific requirements.
• Collaborate with healthcare providers, billing teams, and other stakeholders to clarify documentation and ensure compliance.
• Utilize coding software and applications such as 3M/HDS Encoder for accurate code assignment.
• Provide training, guidance, and support to junior coders when required.
• Stay current with changes in coding guidelines, payer policies, and federal billing regulations.

 

Skills Required

• Minimum 3 years of experience in medical coding, preferably in outpatient and ED settings.
• Strong knowledge of ICD-10, CPT-4, and coding compliance guidelines.
• Proficiency in computer applications including MS Word, Excel, and coding software (3M/HDS).
• Certified Coding Specialist (CCS) credential required.
• Solid understanding of anatomy, physiology, and disease processes.
• Strong analytical, research, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and documentation abilities.

 

Education/Training/Certifications

• High School Diploma/GED, AHIMA, RHIA or RHIT and/or CCP, CCS.
• Required: CPC

 

Additional Requirements

• Shift: 8:00 AM-4:00 PM
• This position requires weekend schedule. Once fully trained the position will be remote

 

  Pay Rate

• Up to $38.00 per hour depending on experience

 

 

 

HirePower Personnel, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.

 

Job Tags

Hourly pay, Full time, Contract work, Temporary work, Remote work, Shift work, Weekend work,

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