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HIM Coder I (SP) - Remote - 139991

University of California - San Diego Medical Centers
United States, California, San Diego
200 West Arbor Drive (Show on map)
Jun 24, 2026
UCSD Layoff from Career Appointment: Apply by 06/26/26 for consideration with preference for rehire. All layoff applicants should contact their Employment Advisor. Reassignment Applicants: Eligible Reassignment clients should contact their Disability Counselor for assistance. Candidates hired into this position may have the ability to work remotely. DESCRIPTION Under general direction of the Coding Manager and according to established procedures, this position assigns ICD and CPT codes for patients receiving ancillary and surgical services at UCSD Health System. The applicant will be handling all aspects of Interventional Radiology coding, and will include all other radiology modalities at times, including resolving edits. The applicant needs a thorough knowledge of the processes and rules surrounding interventional radiology CPT codes, as well as have the required certification CIRCC. This role performs Single Path Coding within EPIC, requiring knowledge of both the professional as well as a portion of the facility coding. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Must have completed AHIMA or AAPC accredited coding program and have successfully obtained a CPC, RHIT or RHIA certification. Must maintain credentials by attending regular education sessions. At least 3 years professional surgical case coding experience and 6-months of experience coding outpatient ancillary/surgical records. Proven skill with computers and computer systems. Coding of professional surgical cases within at least one specialty and experience coding facility outpatient ancillary and surgical records. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS CIRCC Certification. At least 3 years professional interventional radiology procedural case coding experience and 6-months of experience coding outpatient ancillary/surgical records. Coding of interventional radiology procedural cases and experience coding facility outpatient ancillary and surgical records. SPECIAL CONDITIONS Must be able to work various hours and locations based on business needs. Employment is subject to a criminal background check and pre-employment physical. Pay Transparency Act Annual Full Pay Range: $81,599 - $101,519 (will be prorated if the appointment percentage is less than 100%) Hourly Equivalent: $39.08 - $48.62 Factors in determining the appropriate compensation for a role include experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. The Hiring Pay Scale referenced in the job posting is the budgeted salary or hourly range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position. The Annual Full Pay Range may be broader than what the University anticipates to pay for this position, based on internal equity, budget, and collective bargaining agreements (when applicable).