Ascension

Senior Clinical Documentation Specialist

Ascension • $87K — $121K *
US-AnywhereRemote in United States
Healthcare
Less than 5 years of experience
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Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • CCDS certification from the Association of Clinical Documentation Improvement Specialists required
  • High School diploma with 2 years experience or an Associate's/Bachelor's degree with 1 year experience or 5 years related experience
  • Preferred 2 years of leadership or management experience
  • 3+ years of experience in clinical documentation and coding
  • Proven adaptability to various hospital systems and workflows

Responsibilities

  • Provide high-level CDI support across Ascension's multi-market system
  • Manage high-complexity cases and lead key initiatives as a subject matter expert
  • Adapt to varied facility workflows and EHRs with minimal training
  • Support onboarding and training of new CDS staff
  • Maintain high-quality standards and ensure accurate medical record documentation

Benefits

  • Remote working opportunity
  • Full-time schedule during daytime hours
  • Diverse working environment across multiple markets
  • Opportunity for professional development and mentorship
  • Engagement in key CDI initiatives and operations
Full Job Description
Your future role at a glance

  • Department: Clinical Integrity Documentation
  • Schedule: Full-Time | Days
  • Location: Remote
  • Salary: $87,463.20 - $121,918.37 per year

How you'll make an impact in this role

  • The Senior Clinical Documentation Specialist (CDS) - Float Pool is a versatile and experienced Clinical Documentation Integrity professional responsible for providing cross-coverage and high-level CDI support across Ascension's multi-market system. This individual functions as an advanced front-line Clinical Documentation Specialist (CDS), deployed to cover temporary staffing gaps due to PTO, medical leave, vacancies, and fluctuating census, while maintaining high-quality standards and supporting continuity of CDI operations.
  • Manage high-complexity cases, leads key initiatives, and serves as a subject matter expert and mentor within the Clinical Documentation Integrity (CDI) departments across markets. Demonstrate expertise in CDI practices, coding guidelines, and provider collaboration to facilitate complete and accurate medical record documentation.
  • Adapt to varied facility workflows, EHRs, and service lines with minimal training. Support new CDS onboarding, short-term training, and regional initiatives when not deployed for coverage.
  • Strong technical skills in navigation of multiple EHRs. Quickly acclimate to local workflows, EHRs (Epic, Cerner), and CDI software (3M, Iodine, Nuance).
  • Must be certified in CCDS- Certified Clinical Documentation Specialist (CCDS)

What minimum requirements you'll need

Licensure / Certification / Registration:

Required Credential(s):

  • Clinical Documentation Prof. credentialed from the Association of Clinical Documentation Improvement Specialists obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.


Education:

  • High School diploma equivalency with 2 years of cumulative experience OR Associate's degree/Bachelor's degree with 1 year of experience OR 5 years of applicable cumulative job specific experience required. 2 years of leadership or management experience preferred.

What additional preferences we're seeking

  • 3+ years of clinical documentation, coding, DRG, and strong CDI standards.
  • Proven adaptability to various hospital systems and workflows. Expertise in SOI/ROM, MCC/CC, mortality reviews, and quality indicator alignment (PSI, HAC).
  • Strong time management, independence, and problem-solving skills. Proficient with multiple CDI tools (CDE One, Cerner preferred) and remote platforms.
  • Active Registered Nurse (RN) license and CCDS certified required

Responsibilities

  • The Senior Clinical Documentation Specialist (CDS) - Float Pool is a versatile and experienced Clinical Documentation Integrity professional responsible for providing cross-coverage and high-level CDI support across Ascension's multi-market system. This individual functions as an advanced front-line Clinical Documentation Specialist (CDS), deployed to cover temporary staffing gaps due to PTO, medical leave, vacancies, and fluctuating census, while maintaining high-quality standards and supporting continuity of CDI operations.
  • Manage high-complexity cases, leads key initiatives, and serves as a subject matter expert and mentor within the Clinical Documentation Integrity (CDI) departments across markets. Demonstrate expertise in CDI practices, coding guidelines, and provider collaboration to facilitate complete and accurate medical record documentation.
  • Adapt to varied facility workflows, EHRs, and service lines with minimal training. Support new CDS onboarding, short-term training, and regional initiatives when not deployed for coverage.
  • Strong technical skills in navigation of multiple EHRs. Quickly acclimate to local workflows, EHRs (Epic, Cerner), and CDI software (3M, Iodine, Nuance).
  • Must be certified in CCDS- Certified Clinical Documentation Specialist (CCDS)


Qualifications

Licensure / Certification / Registration:

Required Credential(s):

  • Clinical Documentation Prof. credentialed from the Association of Clinical Documentation Improvement Specialists obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.


Education:

  • High School diploma equivalency with 2 years of cumulative experience OR Associate's degree/Bachelor's degree with 1 year of experience OR 5 years of applicable cumulative job specific experience required. 2 years of leadership or management experience preferred.

About Ascension

Ascension is a healthcare company that provides a range of services, including hospital care, primary care, and specialty care. The company operates more than 150 hospitals and 50 senior living facilities across the United States. Ascension also offers health insurance and other healthcare-related services. The company was founded in 1999 and is headquartered in St. Louis, Missouri.
Learn more about Ascension
Size
165,000 employees
Industry
Healthcare
Founded
1999
* Ladders Estimates

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