Clinical Documentation Specialist

University of California - San Francisco Campus and Health
United States, California, San Francisco
Sep 04, 2025
Clinical Documentation Specialist MEDICAL RECORDS Full Time 85939BR Job Summary Involves the evaluation of provider documentation, utilizing clinical expertise to ensure that patient's severity of illness and risk of mortality are accurately portrayed in the medical record for specificity and accuracy in the quality metrics. Interacts with physicians, clinical staff, and health information management coding staff to ensure that documentation of all diagnoses and any co-existing co-morbidities are a complete reflection of the patient's clinical status and care. Applies extensive knowledge of clinical documentation practices and advanced professional concepts to substantial projects of large scope and high degrees of complexity. The final salary and offer components are subject to additional approvals based on UC policy. Your placement within the salary range is dependent on a number of factors including your work experience and internal equity within this position classification at UCSF. For positions that are represented by a labor union, placement within the salary range will be guided by the rules in the collective bargaining agreement. The salary range for this position is $152,000 - $228,000 (Annual Rate). To learn more about the benefits of working at UCSF, including total compensation, please visit: https://ucnet.universityofcalifornia.edu/compensation-and-benefits/index.html Required Qualifications Advanced knowledge and experience with the clinical and operational issues involved with inpatient care, including the diagnoses, treatments, medical procedures, case management, discharge, and other practices that are part of effective clinical care systems. Advanced critical thinking and problem solving skills to manage multiple levels of information and responsibilities, and quickly assess highly complex problems to develop an expedient path of resolution. Advanced interpersonal and educational skills, with the ability to ability to collaborate effectively on highly complex projects with clinical-care professionals, and to provide education, training, and resources on coding, reimbursement, and other clinical documentation issues. Advanced ability to interpret and effectively convey highly complex clinical and technical information both verbally and in writing, and to make cogent presentations, analyses, and reports. In depth ability to collaborate effectively with senior staff and management across departments and to provide counsel and guidance on highly-complex issues of functionality, clinical quality, efficiency, and program development. Advanced computer proficiency in relevant multiple technology applications. Preferred Qualifications In depth understanding of the concepts, principles, practices, and regulatory requirements of accurate clinical documentation and medical record review, including SOI, ROM, HIMS, ICD-10 coding, DRG systems, standards of compliance, relevant Medicare Part A and Part B guidelines and other reimbursement processes. Advanced organizational and project management skills, with the ability to lead a team, prioritize tasks, and see highly complex projects through from inception to completion on schedule. Advanced knowledge of data collection, analysis, reporting techniques and systems, and of health care information management systems related to clinical care, documentation, reporting, and reimbursement Active CA RN license Certification as Clinical Documentation Specialist (CCDS) or Coding certification (ie: CDIP, CCS) 1-2 years Clinical Documentation Improvement or Quality Improvement experience, preferably at a large Academic Medical Center. About UCSF At UCSF Health, our mission of innovative patient care, advanced technology and pioneering research is redefining what's possible for the patients we serve - a promise we share with the professionals who make up our team. Consistently ranked among the top 10 hospitals nationwide by U.S. News & World Report - UCSF Health is committed to providing the most rewarding work experience while delivering the best care available anywhere. In an environment that allows for continuous learning and opportunities for professional growth, UCSF Health offers the ideal atmosphere in which to best use your skills and talents. Pride Values UCSF is a diverse community made of people with many skills and talents. We seek candidates whose work experience or community service has prepared them to contribute to our commitment to professionalism, respect, integrity, diversity and excellence - also known as our PRIDE values. 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Organization Health Job Code and Payroll Title 006484 CLIN DOC SPEC 4 Job Category Allied Health Bargaining Unit 99 - Policy-Covered (No Bargaining Unit) Employee Class Career Percentage 100% Location San Francisco, CA Campus St. Mary's Work Style Fully Remote Shift Days Shift Length 8 Hours Additional Shift Details M-F