The HIM Certified Coder reviews medical records and appropriately assigns Diagnosis and Procedure codes. Classification systems include ICD-9CM, CPT, HCPCS as well as other specialty systems as required by diagnostic category and current coding standards. All work carried out in accordance with the rules, regulations and coding conventions of the American Hospital Association (Coding Clinic), ICD9 (ICD10 when applicable), AMA CPT and CMS coding guidelines.
Specifications: High school graduation plus active certification as a Certified Coding Specialist (CCS) with evidence of additional education in Medical Terminology and Anatomy & Physiology required. Certified Professional Coder credential (CPC) candidates will be considered, but must pass the CCS exam within one year of initial hire. Minimum of 2 years’ experience in a hospital inpatient or outpatient setting required.
Care New England Health System (CNE) and its member institutions, Butler Hospital, Women & Infants Hospital, Kent Hospital, VNA of Care New England, Integra, The Providence Center, and Care New England Medical Group, and our Wellness Center, are trusted organizations fueling the latest advances in medical research, attracting top specialty-trained doctors, and honing renowned services and innovative programs to engage in the important discussions people need to have about their health.
Americans with Disability Act Statement External and internal applicants, as well as position incumbents who become disabled must be able to perform the essential job-specific functions either unaided or with the assistance of a reasonable accommodation, to be determined by the organization on a case-by-case basis.
EEOC Statement Care New England is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.
Ethics Statement Employee conducts himself/herself consistent with the ethical standards of the organization including, but not limited to hospital policy, mission, vision, and values.
WIH Internal Posting Period: 12/17/25-12/26/25
Kent Hospital, a Care New England hospital, is the second largest hospital in Rhode Island, providing a full spectrum of primary and acute care services. Kent offers programs in emergency medicine, family medicine, internal medicine, hyperbaric medicine, and gastroenterology. Kent’s cardiology services are enhanced by a clinical affiliation with Brigham and Women’s Hospital and the Breast Health Center at Kent is a collaboration with Women & Infants Hospital. Kent Hospital is an affiliate of the University of New England College of Osteopathic Medicine (UNECOM) for medical education.
