Medical Coder
Job Description
This role involves working directly with eight doctors, serving as a liaison between the physicians and the coding team. The Medical Coder will handle escalated cases, audit cases, and perform coding for minor surgical procedures. The role requires clear communication with doctors and the ability to review and research the reasons behind specific coding decisions. When necessary, the coder will present evidence from reputable sources such as AHA, CPT Assistant, Z Health, or webinars.
Responsibilities
- Collaborate directly with physicians and the coding team.
- Handle and resolve escalated coding cases.
- Audit cases and ensure accurate coding for minor surgical procedures.
- Communicate effectively with doctors regarding coding decisions.
- Research and present evidence to justify coding choices from sources like AHA, CPT Assistant, Z Health, and webinars.
- CPC or equivalent certification.
- Experience in surgical coding, including general surgery, trauma, vascular, and colorectal.
- Proficiency in electronic health records (EHR) and electronic medical records (EMR), particularly Epic.
- Strong research and audit reviewing skills.
- Years of experience in medical coding.
- Willingness to work directly with surgical doctors.
- Strong attention to detail.
This position offers a temp-to-hire opportunity with a hybrid schedule. Employees benefit from comprehensive benefits and the chance to work in a dynamic and collaborative environment.
Work Environment
The Medical Coder will work onsite with doctors at their facility for three days a week, with the possibility of hybrid days where they will work onsite two to three days per week. Work hours are dependent on the doctors' schedules, with an ideal start time of 7 or 8 a.m. Occasionally, early starts may be required.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract position based out of San Bernardino, CA.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $32.00 - $42.00/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job
classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be
subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits
available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a hybrid position in San Bernardino,CA.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Nov 28, 2025.
h4> About TEKsystems:
We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
About TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services
We’re a leading provider of business and technology services. We accelerate business transformation for our customers. Our expertise in strategy, design, execution and operations unlocks business value through a range of solutions. We’re a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 customers, including 80% of the Fortune 500 across North America, Europe and Asia, who partner with us for our scale, full-stack capabilities and speed. We’re strategic thinkers, hands-on collaborators, helping customers capitalize on change and master the momentum of technology. We’re building tomorrow by delivering business outcomes and making positive impacts in our global communities. TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services are Allegis Group companies. Learn more at TEKsystems.com.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
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