Accompany Health is on a mission to give low-income patients with complex needs the dignified, high-quality care they deserve but rarely receive. A primary, behavioral, and social care provider, Accompany Health walks alongside patients for their entire care journey, offering at-home and virtual care, as well as 24/7 support. Partnering with innovative payors, Accompany Health is powered by remarkable care teams, elegant technology, and a commitment to evidence-based practice.
We build long-term relationships with our patients so they know, without question, that our team is here for them day or night, year after year. We focus on the health outcomes most important to our patients to make it clear that they lead the way.
To achieve our mission, we collaborate with community-based organizations, local providers, and health plans. Led by our empathetic care teams, guided by proven care models, and powered by our own technology, we deliver a level of service that our communities rightfully deserve but rarely receive.
While our headquarters is in Bethesda, MD, our teams are distributed across the country. If you’re eager to make a tangible difference in people’s lives, to help correct long-standing disparities in health care, join us.
About the role:
As an Associate Clinical Documentation Specialist for Accompany Health you will be:
- Pre-visit chart prep including review of medical records to identify diagnoses to be addressed by care teams in visits with patients.
- Identifying educational opportunities to improve clinical documentation in compliance with ICD-10 CM coding guidelines, internal protocols, and CMS and payer guidelines.
You will have access to:
- Provider Visit Shadowing: Gain invaluable insights by shadowing experienced healthcare providers during patient visits. Observe and learn from real-world clinical interactions, enhancing your understanding of patient care and medical practices.
- Access to Physicians + other providers: Receive guidance and support from seasoned healthcare professionals to help you develop your skills, knowledge, and confidence in a supportive learning environment.
- Experience in a Fast-Paced Startup Environment: Thrive in a vibrant, fast-paced start-up culture that encourages innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning.
- Learning Medicine in a Value-Based Care Setting: Immerse yourself in the principles of value-based care, focusing on delivering high-quality, patient-centric services while optimizing healthcare costs.
- Learn about our Innovative Patient-Centric Approach: Be part of a team that is dedicated to putting patients at the center of everything we do.
*This is a full-time remote role based in Denver, CO.*
Responsibilities will include:
- Partnering with tenured CDSs to learn the fundamentals of medicine allowing you to indirectly support our providers.
- Reviewing medical records within HIEs and other sources, and pulling in to our own EMR where appropriate for pre-visit chart preparation in partnership with a CDS team member.
- Reviewing medical records to identify chronic conditions, both known and suspect, as part of prospective chart preparation in partnership with a CDS team member.
- Providing guidance to field staff regarding clinical documentation and risk adjustment best practices in partnership with a CDS team member.
- Learning about our core business model and how medicine works in a value-based care setting.
- Other duties as assigned.
- This role reports to the Lead CDS.
What makes you a fit for the team:
- You are excited to work in a startup environment, with the ambiguity and shifting priorities that might come with it at times.
- You are willing to go the extra mile no matter what.
- You are passionate about our mission to improve the lives and healthcare outcomes of marginalized communities.
- You are passionate about medicine and excited to expand the scope of your knowledge.
- Driven by a strong personal interest in medicine and healthcare, continually seeking out new knowledge and skills.
Desired skills and experience:
- Required
- Educational Background:
- Bachelor’s Degree: A completed bachelor’s degree in a relevant field such as Biology, Chemistry, Biochemistry, Health Sciences, or a related discipline.
- Premedical Background: Coursework or demonstrated knowledge in premedical subjects such as Anatomy, Physiology, Microbiology, and related areas.
- Skills and Abilities:
- Fast Learner: Ability to quickly grasp new concepts, procedures, and technologies.
- Analytical Skills: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Attention to Detail: High level of attention to detail to ensure accuracy in data collection, analysis, and reporting.
- Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Technical Proficiency: Proficiency in using relevant software and technology, including Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and other specialized applications pertinent to the field.
- Preferred
- Technical Proficiency: Proficiency in using relevant software and technology, including Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and other specialized applications pertinent to the field.
- Hands-On Experience: Practical experience working in a clinical, laboratory, or healthcare environment.
The US base salary range for this full-time position is $23.50/hour + equity + benefits. Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hire salaries for the position.
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For Patient Facing Roles
To keep our patients, communities and each other safe, you'll be required to comply with Accompany Health’s medical clearance requirements, including completing a TB screen and providing proof of immunity or vaccination for certain conditions.
For Non-Patient Facing Roles
To keep our patients, communities and each other safe, you'll be required to comply with Accompany Health’s medical clearance requirements, including receiving the COVID-19 vaccine.
We embrace diversity and believe it creates a healthier atmosphere: Accompany Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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