Clinical Coding Educator (Temporary)

Jan 1, 2026

Central California Alliance for Health

CDI | Clinical Documentation Integrity Specialist, Coding, Licensed Practical Nurse | LPN | LVN, Nurse Educator, Registered Nurse | RN
Mariposa County, California

Employment Type:

Regular | Perm Employee

Schedule:

Full-time, Temporary | Seasonal

Remote Status:

Hybrid

License:

CA

Central California Alliance for Health

CDI | Clinical Documentation Integrity Specialist, Coding, Licensed Practical Nurse | LPN | LVN, Nurse Educator, Registered Nurse | RN
Mariposa County, California

Employment Type:

Regular | Perm Employee

Schedule:

Full-time, Temporary | Seasonal

Remote Status:

Hybrid

License:

CA

ABOUT THIS TEMP POSITION

This is a temporary position and the length of assignment is estimated to go through December 2026. The length of the assignment is always dependent on business need and dates may change. While the assignment would be at the Alliance, if selected, you would be an employee of a temporary employment agency that we would connect you with. 

WHAT YOU’LL BE RESPONSIBLE FOR

Reporting to the Risk Adjustment Director, this position:  

  • Acts as the clinical coding subject matter expert and lead coding resource across the organization 
  • Acts as a resource and provides education to providers on clinical coding standards 
  • Coordinates and leads the Alliance Coding Workgroup 

ABOUT THE TEAM 

Risk Adjustment is a growing, specialized team that plays a critical role in ensuring accurate coding, appropriate reimbursement and data-driven insights that support the broader organizational goals of our health plan.  Our team collaborates closely with internal and external partners to optimize risk adjustment performance across our future Medicare and current Medi-Cal programs.  We are passionate about using data to improve our members’ health outcomes, support the success of our provider partners, and ensure regulatory alignment. 

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE  

  • Strong background in clinical coding and documentation education with current certification as a Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA) and Certified Coding Specialist (CCS)
  • Demonstrated experience in supporting the development and implementation of clinical documentation improvement (CDI) programs
  • Excellent communication skills with the ability to clearly explain complex regulatory or clinical coding concepts to diverse audiences 
  • Meticulous attention to detail with a strong foundation in auditing practices 
  • Experience leading cross functional workgroups 

WHAT YOU’LL NEED TO BE SUCCESSFUL

To read the full position description and list of requirements, Current unrestricted license as a Registered Nurse or Licensed Vocational Nurse issued by the State of California 

  • Current certification as a Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA) and Certified Coding Specialist (CCS) issued by the American Health Information Management Association 
  • Bachelor’s degree in Nursing, Health Care, or a related field 
  • A minimum of eight years of experience including a minimum of three years of clinical experience and a minimum of five years of CDI (clinical documentation integrity) experience with emphasis on Medi-Cal and Medicare requirements in a managed care environment which included provider education responsibilities (an Associate’s degree and an additional two years of experience may substitute for the Bachelor’s degree); or an equivalent combination of education and experience may be qualifying 
  • OTHER INFORMATION

    The full compensation range for this position is listed by location below. 

    The actual compensation for this role will be determined by our compensation philosophy, analysis of the selected candidate’s qualifications (direct or transferable experience related to the position, education or training), as well as other factors (internal equity, market factors, and geographic location).