CLINICAL DOCUMENTATION MANAGER

UC Title: CLIN DOC MGR 1
Position Number: (phone number removed)
Reports to: Director
Working Title: Clinical Documentation Mgr 1
FLSA: Exempt
Hours: 40
Shift: Not Applicable
FTE: 1
Position Summary:
The incumbent is responsible for the leadership and management of the Clinical Documentation Improvement (CDI) Program. The incumbent is accountable for budgeting, planning, and monitoring budget variances, etc. Ensures standards of unit operations are in compliance with all state and federal healthcare regulatory agencies ACDIS & AHIMA guidelines for compliant query, as well as hospital policies and procedures. The incumbent facilitates the improvement in the overall quality, completeness, and accuracy of medical record documentation through comprehensive review and evaluation of the medical record. Proactively seeks clarification from physicians and other healthcare providers when further specificity is needed to ensure. The CDI Manager educates senior leaders and physicians on documentation guidelines on an ongoing basis.
Salary Range
Annual Rate Minimum $(phone number removed) Midpoint $(phone number removed) Maximum $(phone number removed)
Required Qualifications:
Previous lead or supervisory experience
Ability to influence and work collaboratively with physicians and all levels of staff
Familiarity with Utilization Review criteria
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships across the Health System
Ability to maintain a work pace appropriate to the workload
Must demonstrate customer service skills appropriate to the job
Complete understanding of acuity levels for specific patient populations
Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English
Knowledge of CMS, Joint Commission, CADP, and other regulatory and compliance requirements
Critical thinking skills to problem solve and communicate with physicians on clinical issues
CDI Credential (CCDS, CDIP)
Electronic Health Record experience 3M, Epic
Minimum 7 years clinical RN experience and 5 years experience as a CDI Specialist
Must possess the skill, knowledge, and ability essential to the successful performance of assigned duties
Knowledge of ICD-10 CM and CPT coding
MSN Degree
Strong clinical knowledge with the ability to interpret clinical documentation
Preferred Qualifications:
Previous experience with comprehensive chart/record review
Master's degree with an emphasis in healthcare-related fields (nursing, epidemiology, etc.)
Knowledge of patient safety strategies
CCS or CPC Coding Credential
Knowledge of quality improvement methodologies
Knowledge of University and medical center organizations, policies, procedures, and forms
Conditions of Employment:
The University of California, Irvine (UCI) seeks to provide a safe and healthy environment for the entire UCI community. As part of this commitment, all applicants who accept an offer of employment must comply with the following conditions of employment:
 Background Check and Live Scan
Legal Right to Work in the United States
Vaccination Policies
Smoking and Tobacco Policy
Drug-Free Environment
The following additional conditions may apply, some of which are dependent upon business unit or job-specific requirements.
California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act
E-Verify
Pre-Placement Health Evaluation