Patient Records Abstractor II - Remote

Remote Payroll Title: PAT RCDS ABSTRACTOR 2 Department: HEALTH INFORMATION MANAGEMENT Hiring Pay Scale $31\.10 \- $41\.02 / Hour Worksite: Remote Appointment Type: Career Appointment Percent: 100% Union: EX Contract Total Openings: 1 Work Schedule: Days, 8 hrs/day, Monday\-Friday \#141045 Patient Records Abstractor II \- Remote ---------------------------------------------------- Filing Deadline: Tue 9/22/2026 UC San Diego values and welcomes people from all backgrounds. If you are interested in being part of our team, possess the needed licensure and certifications, and feel that you have most of the qualifications and/or transferable skills for a job opening, we strongly encourage you to apply. UCSD Layoff from Career Appointment: Apply by 09/10/26 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 =============== UC San Diego Health's Revenue Cycle department supports the organization's mission to deliver outstanding patient care and to create a healthier world — one life at a time. We are a diverse, patient\-focused, high\-performing team with a commitment to quality, collaboration, and continuous improvement that enables us to deliver the maximum standard of care to our patients. We offer challenging career opportunities in a fast\-paced and innovative environment and we embrace individuals who demonstrate a deep passion for problem\-solving and customer service. The Patient Abstractor reviews and analyzes medical records to identify documentation deficiencies and ensure compliance with The Joint Commission (TJC) standards, Title 22 regulations, Medical Staff Bylaws, Rules and Regulations, and Health Information Management (HIM) policies and procedures. This role serves as a primary liaison between deficiency analysis staff, management, clinical providers, and other key stakeholders to facilitate timely and accurate completion of medical records. The Patient Abstractor assigns required documentation and dictation deficiencies, monitors record completion through the electronic health record (EHR) and legacy systems, and tracks outstanding deficiencies to ensure responsible providers meet record completion requirements within established timeframes. The role also supports physician billing and coding functions by assisting with the accurate assignment of billing\-related documentation, which directly impacts physician Relative Value Units (RVUs). Additionally, the Patient Abstractor ensures the appropriate routing of deficiency notifications and communications to providers and their respective departments. Acting as a key point of contact between HIM, clinical staff, and coding teams, this position helps resolve documentation and workflow\-related issues while supporting effective communication across departments. This role is responsible for troubleshooting electronic and technical issues related to electronic signature systems and coordinating resolution efforts with the appropriate technical and operational teams. Success in this position requires strong verbal and written communication skills, the ability to build collaborative relationships, and the capacity to clearly explain complex documentation, compliance, and workflow requirements to diverse audiences. The Patient Abstractor may also provide support for other HIM functions, including maintenance of the Master Patient Index (MPI), scanning and indexing of patient records, document imaging workflows, and Release of Information (ROI) processes, as needed to support departmental operations and organizational goals. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS ========================== Graduation from High School or a GED with a demonstrated knowledge of the applicable medical terminology. Successful completion of AHIMA or AAPC accredited Health Information Tech/Management or Coding Program. Certified Professional Coder (CPC\-A) or credentialed by AHIMA (RHIT) Experience coding physician, outpatient, inpatient, ancillary or surgical claims. Prior experience working in a hospital/physician office environment. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS ============================ Two (2\) years of related hospital clerical experience; one of which must be in the type of work to be performed; or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT) or Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA) certification. Professional fee coding certification, such as CPC or CCS\-P. Healthcare Environment Experience. Experience in Release of Information of medical records. Familiar with HIPAA and CMS Medicare Guidelines. Familiar with TJC (Joint Commission) and Title 22 Regulations. Experience with chart analysis in Epic. Experience working with transcription vendors. Experience working with Patient Identity/Data Integrity. 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: $64,937 \- $85,650 (will be prorated if the appointment percentage is less than 100%) Hourly Equivalent: $31\.10 \- $41\.02 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). If employed by the University of California, you will be required to comply with our Policy on Vaccination Programs, which may be amended or revised from time to time. Federal, state, or local public health directives may impose additional requirements. If applicable, life\-support certifications (BLS, NRP, ACLS, etc.) must include hands\-on practice and in\-person skills assessment; online\-only certification is not acceptable. UC San Diego Health is the only academic health system in the San Diego region, providing leading\-edge care in patient care, biomedical research, education, and community service. Our facilities include two university hospitals, a National Cancer Institute\-designated Comprehensive Cancer Center, Shiley Eye Institute, Sulpizio Cardiovascular Center, the only Burn Center in the county, and dozens of outpatient clinics. We invite you to join our team! Applications/Resumes are accepted for current job openings only. For full consideration on any job, applications must be received prior to the initial closing date. If a job has an extended deadline, applications/resumes will be considered during the extension period; however, a job may be filled before the extended date is reached. To foster the best possible working and learning environment, UC San Diego strives to cultivate a rich and diverse environment, inclusive and supportive of all students, faculty, staff and visitors. For more information, please visit UC San Diego Principles of Community. The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected status under state or federal law. For the University of California’s Anti\-Discrimination Policy, please visit: https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/1001004/Anti\-Discrimination UC San Diego is a smoke and tobacco free environment. Please visit smokefree.ucsd.edu for more information. UC San Diego Health maintains a marijuana and drug free environment. Employees may be subject to drug screening. Misconduct Disclosure Requirement: As a condition of employment, the final candidate who accepts an offer of employment will be required to disclose if they have been subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct; or have filed an appeal of a finding of substantiated misconduct with a previous employer. a. "Misconduct" means any violation of the policies governing employee conduct at the applicant’s previous place of employment, including, but not limited to, violations of policies prohibiting sexual harassment, sexual assault, or other forms of harassment, or discrimination, as defined by the employer. For reference, below are UC’s policies addressing some forms of misconduct: UC Sexual Violence and Sexual Harassment Policy UC Anti\-Discrimination Policy Abusive Conduct in the Workplace Job Details --------------- Date Posted 09/08/2026