POSITION PURPOSE Employees in this position code inpatient records. MINIMUM EDUCATION REQUIRED High School or Equivalent (GED) Associates Degree in HIT preferred MINIMUM EXPERIENCE REQUIRED 1-3 years Coding experience preferred LICENSES / CERTIFICATIONS REQUIRED RHIA (Registered Health Information Administrator) or RHIT (Registered Health Information Technician) certified. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES REQUIRED Ability to read, write, hear, speak, and comprehend the English language. Ability to re-organize work, re-prioritize tasks, and perform multi-tasks in a changing environment. Ability to pay attention to detail. Ability to work independently as well as part of a team. Ability to accurately relay information and communicate in a tactful and courteous manner with co-workers, clinical staff, non-clinical staff, patients, and visitors. Proficient computer and keyboarding skills and experience using Microsoft Office products. Strong knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy & physiology, and pathophysiology. Knowledge of International Classification of Disease (ICD) and Current Procedural Terminology (CPT). Knowledge of MS-DRG classification system. PRINCIPLE ACCOUNTABILITIES AND ESSENTIAL DUTIES After 6 months of experience, codes 2 Inpatient records per hour.