Senior Clinical Documentation Specialist, Float Pool

Job Description: • Provide high-quality concurrent and/or retrospective clinical documentation review across Ascension markets as assigned. • Float seamlessly between inpatient units, service lines, and CDI teams based on organizational need and leadership direction. • Perform compliant query generation to clarify conflicting, missing, or unclear documentation that impacts coding, severity, quality metrics, and reimbursement. • Maintain productivity and quality standards consistent with senior-level CDS expectations. • Quickly acclimate to local workflows, documentation practices, EHR systems (e.g., Epic, Cerner), and CDI software platforms (e.g., 3M, Iodine, Nuance). • Participate in new market launches, staff orientation, and short-term CDI education efforts as needed. • Assist regional or corporate leadership with implementation of CDI best practices during transition or expansion periods. • Provide mentoring or shadow support to newer CDS team members during onboarding or periods of low census. • Demonstrate excellent communication skills and professionalism in all market interactions, serving as an ambassador of the Ascension CDI model. Requirements: • Required Credential(s): Clinical Documentation Prof. credentialed from the Association of Clinical Documentation Improvement Specialists obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date. • High School diploma equivalency with 2 years of cumulative experience OR Associate's degree/Bachelor's degree with 1 year of experience OR 5 years of applicable cumulative job specific experience required. • 2 years of leadership or management experience preferred. • Certified Clinical Documentation Specialist (CCDS) • Advanced knowledge of clinical documentation, coding rules, DRG assignment, and CDI standards. • Proven adaptability to different hospital systems, documentation styles, and workflows. • Expertise in SOI/ROM capture, MCC/CC identification, mortality reviews, and quality indicator alignment (PSI, HAC, etc.). • Exceptional communication and collaboration skills across virtual and on-site environments. • Strong time management, independence, and problem-solving abilities. • Technological proficiency with multiple CDI tools (CDE One and Cerner are preferred), remote platforms, and secure communication methods. • Ability to remain flexible and available for rapid deployment with minimal notice. Benefits: • Paid time off (PTO) • Various health insurance options & wellness plans • Retirement benefits including employer match plans • Long-term & short-term disability • Employee assistance programs (EAP) • Parental leave & adoption assistance • Tuition reimbursement Apply tot his job