Clinical Documentation Improvement Educator

Shift:Monday - Friday, 8am - 5pm
Department: Clinical Documentation Improvement - Hybrid Remote. Some on time site in Columbia, MO is required
Compensation:

* Base Pay Range: $63,772 - $104,020 per year, based on experience

ABOUT THE JOB

MU Health Care is looking for a Clinical Documentation Educator who is passionate about improving clinical documentation and supporting team development. This role is ideal for someone with strong teaching skills, attention to detail, and a collaborative mindset, who enjoys working with physicians, clinicians, and CDI specialists to enhance documentation accuracy and compliance. The educator will lead training initiatives, mentor staff, and contribute to quality improvement efforts that support patient care and organizational goals. Candidates should bring a solid understanding of coding guidelines, disease processes, and healthcare regulations, along with excellent communication and analytical skills. Join a team that values continuous learning, teamwork, and making a meaningful impact across the health system.

ABOUT MU HEALTH CARE

MU Health Care is proud to be named one of Forbes' Best-in-State Employers seven years in a row, and that's largely a result of the incredible culture and team we've built. At MU Health Care, we have an inspired, hard-working and collaborative environment driven by our mission to save and improve lives. Here, we believe anything is possible and rally around solutions. We celebrate innovation and offer opportunities to be a part of something bigger - to have a voice and role in the work that is serving our community and changing the field of medicine.

Our academic health system - the only in mid-Missouri - is home to seven hospitals, including the region's only Level 1 Trauma Center and region's only Children's Hospital, as well as over 90 specialty clinics. Here you can define your career among our many clinical and nonclinical positions - with growth, opportunity and support every step of the way.

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EMPLOYEE BENEFITS

* Health, vision and dental insurance coverage starting day one

* Generous paid leave and paid time off, including nine holidays

* Multiple retirement options, including 100% matching up to 8%and full vesting in three years

* Tuition assistance for employees (75%) and immediate family members (50%)

* Discounts on cell phone plans, rental cars, gyms, hotels and more

* See a comprehensive list of benefitshere.

DETAILED JOB DESCRIPTION

Develop and implement clinical documentation education for physicians, clinicians, and CDI specialists. Use data to identify and target areas needing additional training.

Create and maintain CDI education presentations and routinely present to physicians and other clinicians.

Mentor and educate CDI staff.

Identify opportunities to improve physician clinical documentation and to provide an accurate clinical picture of the patient, including severity of illness, risk, and resource utilization.

Work closely with CD Specialists to identify areas of non-specific documentation and improve documentation templates in support of clinical treatment protocols.

Collaborate with the CDI Manager and other clinicians to facilitate the ongoing relevance of department-specific orientation content, educational materials, documentation tip sheets, and training programs/resources.

Assist the CDI Manager with the preparation of data and reports to evaluate the effectiveness and overall impact of the clinical documentation improvement program for presentation to Health Information Management Leadership, the CDI Executive Steering Committee, and other appropriate oversight committees.

Assist with the development and maintenance of policies and procedures, and lead team meetings/huddles.

Coordinate the quarterly audits and review outcomes with department leadership to identify areas of opportunity and implement education for sustainability.

May complete unit/department-specific duties as outlined in department documents.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

Knowledge of ICD-10 code and MS-DRG assignment, American Hospital Association Coding Guidelines, and Coding Clinics.

Extensive knowledge of complex disease processes.

Demonstrated competency in the teaching/learning process and organizational skills.

Ability to work independently, self-motivate, and adapt to the changing healthcare arena.

Excellent communication, analytical thinking, problem-solving, and presentation skills.

Proficiency in computer use, including electronic medical records (EMR), CDI software, electronic codebooks, Microsoft Office, and presentation programs.

Knowledge of federal, state, and private payer regulations as well as organization policies and procedures.

Working knowledge of quality improvement theory and practice, core measures, safety, and other required reporting programs.

Strong understanding of the requirements for clinical documentation, coding, and billing according to the rules of Medicare, Medicaid, and commercial payers.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Missouri Board of Nursing RN or Nurse Licensure Compact multi-state RN. When primary state of residency changes, compact state RNs must apply under new state of residency within thirty (30) days; or

Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) or (RCP-T) licensure by the Missouri Respiratory Care Board.

Three (3) years of clinical experience in an inpatient setting.

Three (3) years of experience working in a clinical documentation improvement program.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor's degree in a healthcare profession or education.

Certified Clinical Documentation Specialist (CCDS) certification by the American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA) or Clinical Documentation Improvement Professional (CDIP) certification by the Association of Clinical Documentation Integrity Specialists (ACDIS).

Educator experience.

Additional license/certification requirements as determined by the hiring department.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met with or without reasonable accommodation. The performance of these physical demands is an essential function of the job. The employee may be required ambulate, remain in a stationary position and position self to reach and/or move objects above the shoulders and below the knees. The employee may be required to move objects up to 10 lbs.

The University of Missouri is an Equal Opportunity Employer.