Job Description
Job Description
Overview
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Located in Arlington, Virginia, VHC Health is a 548-bed, independent, not-for-profit health system and nationally recognized teaching hospital. We have proudly served the Washington, DC metropolitan community for more than 75 years. Consistently ranked among the top hospitals in Virginia and the region, VHC Health has earned recognition as a 2025 Forbes Best-In-State Employer and a 2025 Newsweek World’s Best Hospital. We also hold the prestigious Magnet® designation for nursing excellence. As a Level II Trauma Center, we are committed to delivering exceptional, patient-centered care when it matters most.
Responsibilities
At VHC Health, every role contributes to exceptional care, better outcomes, and stronger communities.
\nIn addition to your base compensation, VHC Health offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision coverage (subject to eligibility requirements), as well as additional wellness and retirement benefits designed to support our employees and their families.
\nVHC Health is committed to wage transparency and equitable pay practices. The compensation offered for this position—whether expressed as an annual salary or hourly rate—is determined based on a variety of legitimate, non-discriminatory factors. These factors include, but are not limited to, a candidate’s qualifications, relevant training and experience, skill level, shift differentials (where applicable), internal equity, and current market conditions.
\nThe posted hiring range reflects the range VHC Health, in good faith, believes is appropriate for this role at the time of posting. This range may be adjusted in the future based on business needs or market changes. No portion of compensation is considered earned until it is vested and determined in accordance with the terms of applicable policies and benefit plans. The availability and amount of any bonuses, incentives, or other benefits are subject to the terms of those plans and may be modified at the sole discretion of VHC Health, in accordance with applicable law.
\nVHC Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, marital status, national or ethnic origin, political affiliation, pregnancy (including childbirth, pregnancy-related conditions and lactation), race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristics protected by law.
\nVHC Health maintains a drug-free workplace. The unlawful manufacture, distribution, dispensing, possession, or use of a controlled substance is prohibited at all VHC Health locations.
Qualifications
Purpose & Scope:
The role of the Chargemaster Analyst has several components including routine data validation, collaboration with outside vendors, performing monthly Chargemaster maintenance and leading code update initiatives. The Chargemaster Analyst will audit and examine the Chargemaster on a routine basis, analyze charge capture data and perform revenue monitoring functions. Regular reviews to ensure adherence with accurate charging, complete documentation and efficient billing in accordance with government regulations will be performed. This role involves resolving charge and coding issues, managing databases and reports, The position requires strong knowledge of billing, coding, and financial operations, along with expertise in medical terminology and healthcare billing systems.
Education:
Bachelor's degree in Business, Healthcare, Supply Chain, or a related field is required.
Additional experience may be considered in lieu of degree requirement.
Experience:
Six (6) years' of healthcare related experience is preferred.
Charge Master, EAP and coding experience are highly preferred.
Certification/Licensure:
Coding certification is preferred
Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities
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Knowledge of healthcare coding and billing systems.
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Working knowledge of medical terminology.
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Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to include strong customer service skills and excellent email etiquette to support internal and external customers
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Demonstrated critical thinker and problem solver
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Ability to operate in high-pressure situations
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Excellent organizational skills
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Demonstrated innovative approach to problem resolution
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Ability to work collaboratively across VHC Health entities and disciplines
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Demonstrated commitment to patient and family centered care
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Effective analytical ability to develop and analyze options, recommend solutions to and assist leadership in solving problems and issues
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Ability to function independently and deal with competing priorities
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Ability to recognize personal strengths and weaknesses and develop goals for professional growth and achievement
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Ability to demonstrate a commitment to quality and excellence
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Exhibits confidence, appropriate risk taking and achievement of high standards
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Positive, can-do attitude coupled with a sense of urgency
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Good judgment and ability to act decisively at the right time
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Effective communication skills both in written and verbal
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Ability to work as a part of a team
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Ability to ensure a high level of customer satisfaction including employees, patients, visitors, faculty, referring physicians, and external stakeholders.