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Lead position that requires multi-certification and disciplines necessary to handle project approvals from start to finish through the plan review and inspection processes in accordance with the Division's mission and performance objectives.

Direct and lead Building Inspector/Plans Examiners and seasonal/casual staff. Assist the Division Manager and Building Official with program planning and personnel direction. Oversee the coordination of the building safety plan review and inspection process. Conduct construction code reviews and inspections for residential, commercial, industrial and multi-family development proposals. Depending on the Division's needs, employees in this position may be assigned to focus primarily on plan review or inspection duties. This program is highly visible and often the first contact made with the City from those outside the community. These tasks are illustrative only and may include other related duties.

This recruitment is accepting applications for
Building Inspector/Plans Examiner III
Building Inspector/Plans Examiner IV (Plan Review Lead)

Full-Time 40 hours per week

AFSCME-represented positions

12-month probationary period

Must meet all qualifications and requirements as listed in the position description below.

Building Inspector/Plans Examiner III $38.25 - 48.66 Hourly

Building Inspector/Plans Examiner IV (Plan Review Lead) $41.27 - $52.51 Hourly

Building Inspector/Plans Examiner III
Leads and coordinates members of the development review and inspection teams to ensure a timely, predictable, comprehensive and accurate plan review and inspection process for any development proposal.

Reviews and inspects residential, commercial, industrial, and multi-family development proposals to ensure compliance with State and City codes/ordinances, engineering/architectural, and fire/life safety principles.

Depending on the Division's needs, performs construction plan review and site inspections:

• Conducts Pre-Development, Plan Intake, and Pre-Construction meetings.
• Takes the lead in coordinating plan reviews and inspections internally, with customers, and with other departments and agencies.
• Maintains communication with contractors to anticipate and resolve onsite issues.
• Performs building safety inspections and plan reviews.
• Calculates and assesses fees.
• Monitors permit and project status and follow-up with expired applications and permits.
• Maintains accurate records and files of construction plan reviews, inspections, and related correspondence. Archives documents as required.
• Manages phased development and deferred submittal process for assigned projects.
• Ensures special inspection and structural observation is accomplished where required.
• Recommends or issues Stop Work Orders, violation notifications, and other building code compliance actions when necessary.
• Issues final approval of construction permits.

Building Inspector/Plans Examiner III

Education and Experience
High school diploma, or equivalent required. Associates degree in Building Inspection Technology, Drafting, Engineering, Fire Prevention, or other related field preferred.

Four years of formal education, training, and/or experience in construction management, architecture, structural engineering, building design, construction inspection, and/or plan review providing the knowledge, skills and abilities necessary to perform the essential functions of the position.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Thorough knowledge of construction practices, engineering concepts, and architectural principles.

Excellent customer service, communication, and public relations skills and the ability to mediate adversarial situations. Ability to proactively anticipate and mitigate problem areas before they become issues.

Prioritize and meet multiple demands by the construction industry, the general public and other City staff.

Organize, coordinate, chair, and effectively facilitate high profile meetings.

Interpret, disseminate, and communicate complex technical information, state and local construction regulations, City review process, and City policies effectively with technicians and non-technicians.

Possess a self-directed commitment to maintain current knowledge of construction standards, methods, technologies, and codes.

Get along well and maintain effective work relationships with coworkers and the public.

Special Requirements

Certifications: Incumbent must be certified in accordance with OAR 918-098. Oregon Inspector Certification is required within 60 days of appointment.

Certifications giving the incumbent the legal ability to perform work described in sets A, B, C, or D:

A: Inspection/Plan Review:
Commercial Inspection (A-Level Building, Mechanical)
Residential Inspection (Building , Mechanical)
Residential Plan Review
Commercial Plan Review (A-Level, Mechanical) must be obtained within the probationary period.
OR
B: Residential Multi-Discipline:
Residential Plan Review
Residential Inspection for 4: Building, Mechanical, Plumbing and Electrical
OR
C: Commercial Plan Review:
Commercial Plan Review (A-level, Mechanical)
Fire and Life Safety
Residential Plan Review and Residential Inspection required within the probationary period
D: Specialty Discipline- Commercial and Residential Inspection and Plan Review to include:

• Plumbing - Commercial and Residential Plumbing Inspector; obtain a Medical Gas Certification within the probationary period; or
• Electrical - Commercial and Residential Electrical Inspector; obtain a Fire Investigation Certificate within the probationary period.

Education and Experience
High school diploma, or equivalent required. Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management, Public Administration or a closely related field preferred. Two years of experience in construction management, architecture, structural engineering, building design, construction inspection, and/or plan review.

Six years of formal education, training and/or experience in construction management, architecture, structural engineering, building design, construction inspection, and/or plan review providing the knowledge, skills and abilities necessary to perform the essential functions of the position.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Thorough knowledge of construction practices, engineering concepts, and architectural principles.

Excellent customer service, communication, and public relations skills and the ability to mediate adversarial situations, and proactively anticipate and mitigate problem areas before they become issues.

Prioritize and meet multiple demands by the construction industry, the general public and other City staff.

Organize, coordinate, chair, and effectively facilitate high profile meetings.

Travel among City worksites, off-site meetings and presentations.

Interpret, disseminate, and communicate complex technical information, state and local construction regulations, City review process, and City policies effectively with technicians and non-technicians.

Experience in use of permit tracking systems. Excellent ability to use computer hardware, printers, and computer programs to conduct inspections, complete plan reviews, communicate and present information, track progress, schedule projects, and to perform the essential functions of the position.

Get along well and maintain effective work relationships with coworkers and the public.

Demonstrable commitment to quality and timely customer service.

Special Requirements
Certifications: Incumbent must be certified in accordance with OAR 918-098. Oregon Inspector Certification is required within 60 days of appointment.

State of Oregon Building Official Certification; or State of Oregon Inspector Certification and International Code Council Certified Building Official Certification, must be obtained within the probationary period.

Certifications giving the incumbent the legal ability to perform work described in sets A, B, or C:
A: Inspection/Plan Review:
Commercial Inspection (A-Level Building, Mechanical)
Commercial Plan Review (A-Level, Mechanical, Fire and Life Safety)
Residential Inspection (Building , Mechanical)
Residential Plan Review
OR
B: Residential Multi-Discipline:
Residential Plan Review
Residential Inspection for 4: Building, Mechanical, Plumbing and Electrical

OR
C: Specialty Discipline - Commercial and Residential Inspection and Plan Review to include:

• Plumbing - Commercial and Residential Plumbing Inspector plus obtain a Medical Gas Certification within the probationary period; or
• Electrical - Commercial and Residential Electrical Inspector plus obtain a Fire Investigation Certificate within the probationary period.

Qualified applicants must submit an online application located on the City of Corvallis website(click on "Apply" above).

Position is open until filled.

First review of applications will occur after 8:00 AM on Friday March 6, 2026.

Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed online application.

Late or incomplete applications will not be accepted/considered.

*Please do not include personal or protected information in attached resumes or cover letters, this includes your birth date, age, dates of education, and graduation dates.*

City of Kirkland

$46.92 - $55.20 Hourly

Kirkland, WA

Seasonal

202100717

Planning & Building - Inspection

01/22/2026

Continuous

Non-Exempt

N/A

Note: This is an On-Call position that is not eligible for benefits.

Being an on-call employee means that your work schedule is not guaranteed, hours worked could range from 0 - 40 hours a week, depending on office needs. All hours worked are subject to Department of Retirement Services and Affordable Care Act reporting requirements. More information will be shared during the interview, and we encourage questions about the program.

• Inspect buildings and structures to ensure compliance with laws, codes, and regulations relating to building construction, mechanical systems, plumbing systems, state energy code requirements, local zoning requirements, and job site erosion control.
• Investigate compliance complaints and, if necessary, mediate a resolution.

• Conducts site inspections of new and old commercial and residential buildings and structures to ensure compliance with approved plans and codes, notes violations. Approved plans will be reviewed, are posted on the construction site, and are reviewed by the inspector to see that they are properly implemented. Reinspects to ensure all noted violations have been corrected. The incumbent has the authority to stop work on a construction site if code violations are not corrected and makes the final approval of a structure prior to occupancy.
• Plans and schedules routes in order to ensure the most efficient use of time.
• Answers questions and provides technical advice related to building and structure code compliance.
• Investigates and responds to complaints regarding code compliance; informs individual making the complaint if a violation occurred and, if so, what corrective action has been taken.
• Logs daily inspections and prepares inspection reports.
• Reads special inspection reports for compliance and files reports.
• Inspects sites for grading and soil excavation or other land modifications. Makes a visual survey of the construction site to determine if a licensed survey is to be required for setback verification.
• Responds to public and contractor inquiries concerning interpretation of the National Electrical and related codes, construction problems, and City administrative procedures. This requires clear, concise, oral and written communication skills.
• Monitors construction to see that it is completed before occupancy of the building, the permit expires, or sees that the permit is renewed in a timely fashion.
• Maintains adequate records to assure proper documentation of inspections.
• Inspects nonstructural problems with building sites, such as surface water problems and inadequate access, and assures that they are corrected or referred to the appropriate City department.
• Position requires daily use of computer. Incumbent must have, or be able to learn, basic keyboard and computer skills.
• Performs daily inspections of vehicles to include checking tires and lights and determining if service is necessary.
• Fosters a positive and supportive work environment; promotes diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging in the workplace, contributing to an environment of respectful living and working in a multicultural society.

• Attends staff meetings to discuss Building Department and City issues and to discuss changes in policy and codes.
• The incumbent is expected to perform as an emergency worker in the event of a disaster.
• Performs functions as assigned in the City's emergency response plan in the event of an emergency.

• Knowledge of local, state, and regional/international building codes.
• Considerable knowledge of the standards and practices of building construction, mechanical systems, plumbing systems.
• Maintains knowledge of the various changes in local, state, and regional/international building codes which are of technological changes in building materials and changing architectural philosophies. This will require attendance at college-level courses and/or trade seminars as they become available, provided they are necessary to achieve objectives.
• Knowledge of construction techniques and material.
• Must have or be able to learn basic keyboard and computer skills.
• Skill in reading and understanding blueprints and drawings.
• Skill in interpreting codes.
• Skill in organizing and prioritizing tasks.
• Must be able to communicate orally and in writing in a clear, concise, and diplomatic manner.
• Communication and interpersonal skills as applied to interaction with engineers, architects, coworkers, supervisor, the general public etc. sufficient to exchange or convey information and to receive work direction.
• Must be able to navigate typical construction sites which involve walking, climbing ladders/scaffolding, crawling, and being exposed to inclement weather conditions.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Education: High school diploma or GED.
• Experience: 3 years of construction or inspection experience.
• Or: In place of the above requirements, the incumbent may possess any combination of relevant education and experience which would demonstrate the individual's knowledge, skill, and ability to proficiently perform the essential duties and responsibilities listed above.

• Must have a valid Washington State Driver's license and ability to remain insurable under the City's insurance to operate motor vehicles.
• Possess and maintain ICC Residential Building Inspector (B1) certification within 1 year.
• Must have good oral and written communication skills.

Physical Demands and Working Environment:
The position is driving to or being at construction sites a majority of the time. Potential hazards at construction sites might include falling objects, loose footing, and construction equipment. The position may be required to climb ladders, occasionally walk on scaffolding, crawl in crawl spaces, and be exposed to inclement weather and adverse conditions. The incumbent is expected to perform as an emergency worker in the event of a disaster.
Positions in this class typically involve indoor and outdoor work in extreme variable temperature and atmospheric conditions. Duties may require extended periods of talking or listening, climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crawling, reaching, standing, walking, fingering, feeling, and seeing. Incumbents may be subjected to being around moving mechanical parts, vibration, fumes, odors, gasses, poor ventilation, inadequate lighting, work space restrictions, intense noises, and travel.
Work typically includes exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 35 pounds of force more frequently, and/or negligible amount of force constantly to move objects.
This position encounters foot hazards as defined by the WAC, which may include any of the following: falling objects, rolling objects, piercing/cutting injuries, or electrical hazards.

Position requires a resume and cover letter for consideration of application. Please note how you meet minimum qualifications within the cover letter. Applicants who are selected for next steps in the hiring process will be invited by phone or e-mail. Candidates are encouraged to apply at the earliest possible date as screening, interviewing, and hiring decisions will be made through the recruitment period, until such time as the vacancy is filled. First review of applicants will be 15 days after original posting date.

The City of Kirkland is a welcoming community where every person can thrive and grow. We value diversity, inclusion, belonging, and work together to support our community. We do this by solving problems, focusing on the customer, and respecting all people who come into the City whether to visit, live, or work. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we are committed to creating a workforce that does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, age, color, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, marital status, genetic information, veteran status, disability, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state or local law. We encourage qualified applicants of all backgrounds and identities to apply to our job postings. Persons with a disability who need reasonable accommodations in the application or testing process, or those needing this announcement in an alternative format, may call or Telecommunications Device for the Deaf at 711.

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We offer a Total Rewards package that includes medical and dental coverage, 401(k) plans, flex spending, life insurance, disability, employee discount program, employee stock purchase program and paid family benefits to support you and your family.The salary range for this position is posted below. Where an employee or prospective employee is paid within this range will depend on, among other factors, actual ranges for current/former employees in the subject position, market considerations, budgetary considerations, tenure and standing with the Company (applicable to current employees), as well as the employee's/applicant's skill set, level of experience, and qualifications.

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• Oversee building code compliance, managing inspections and ensuring safety standards in construction projects.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state and local building codes and regulations including reviewing plans, issuing permits and conducting inspections.
• Analyze architectural plans and specifications to ensure they meet safety and regulatory standards.
• Perform field inspections on industrial, commercial and residential buildings.
• Enforce and abate building code violations in existing structures.
• Oversees and follows the City's adopted codes inspection and permit issuance programs.
• Serves as City flood plain manager.
• Participate in City Emergency Operations Plan as assigned and/or designated.
• Serves as plans examiner for all building permit applications.
• Determine, develop and oversee the administration of the City's building permit process including associated fee schedules.
• Provides information to contractors, developers, homeowners and the general public to assist with understanding building codes and regulations.
• Prepares and maintains staff worklog tracking inspection activity.
• Prepare and present reports on building code issues to various committees and governmental bodies.
• Continually monitor local, city, county, state, national and international building and construction codes to determine the need to create, change or remove building and construction codes for the City.
• Interpret code requirements as requested by City staff, Governing Body, fire department, residents, contractors and the general public.
• Supervise inspectors to ensure building and construction inspections are scheduled and completed in accordance with department policy and procedure.
• Establish and maintain systems to ensure all files, correspondence, reference documents, reports, permits, plans and other materials are maintained appropriately.
• Inspect non-routine and specialty building and construction projects.
• Ensure the ongoing training and education of inspectors.
• Report activities of staff to Community Development Director.
• Perform other duties as deemed necessary or assigned.

• ICC certification for Commercial Building Inspector and Plans Examiner required.
• Must obtain ICC Combination Plans, Fire Plans Review and Inspection certification within 1 year of hire.
• Must obtain ICC Certified Floodplain Manager certification within 1 year of hire.
• Specialized ICC certifications such as plumbing and/or electrical desired.
• Certified Building Official (CBO) or Master Code Professional (MCP) preferred.

Compensation details: 94

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Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals, including doctors, nurses, business people, tech experts, researchers, and systems analysts to advance our mission. As a not-for-profit, we support patient care, research, teaching, and community service, striving to provide exceptional care. We believe that high-performing teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries and invite all applicants to join us and experience what it means to be part of Mass General Brigham.

Job Summary

The Unit Service Technician provides a broad range of care and services to patients, including but not limited to, EKG, phlebotomy, blood glucose monitoring, completing EKGs, applying simple dressings, using aseptic technique and responding to medical emergency situations utilizing Heartsaver CPR and AED skills, patient transport and securing equipment and supplies under the supervision of Nursing Supervisor. They will provide safe accurate transportation of patients throughout the hospital. They will perform 1:1 sitting when necessary. The Night Float Unit Service Technician will also assure the practice of the Patient and Family Centered Care Model in an environment that exemplifies best practice.

Does this position require patient care? Yes

Essential Functions:

Provision of a Safe Environment:

• Utilizes proper body mechanics in moving and assisting patients to prevent personal injury.
• Assists in the application of restraints under the direction of the provider. Follows and maintains restraint policies under supervision of licensed nurse.
• Anticipates and identifies patient safety risks in cooperation with licensed nurse and take appropriate action.
• Demonstrates knowledge of the location of emergency equipment.
• Delivers back up Code Cart to area upon Code Blue announcement. Stands by in a Code Blue to assist in equipment retrieval and patient transport. Restocks back up Code carts as necessary.
• Rounds and returns loose oxygen cylinders to appropriate storage areas.
• Clears hallways of clutter.

Organizational Ethics:

• Interacts with patients, families and staff in a professional manner, projecting a positive public image.
• Respects and supports a culturally diverse staff and patient population.
• Delivers care in a non-judgmental, non-discriminatory manner that is sensitive to and demonstrates respect for patient diversity.
• Respects and maintains the confidentiality and privacy of patient, employee and hospital information at all times.
• Works cooperatively with all staff members and takes appropriate steps to resolve interpersonal conflicts. Seeks assistance from RN, Nursing Director or Nursing Supervisor, as needed.
• Dresses appropriately and according to dress code requirements, including wearing visible hospital I.D. badge that identifies self at all times.

Management of Resources:

• Efficiently organizes time and prioritizes requests for service based on urgency.
• Cleans equipment as needed.
• Delivers linen to units as requested.
• Disposing of trash, soiled linens, medical waste and disposable items, appropriately and as necessary.
• Provides assistance to co-workers, as requested.
• Is flexible and adapts to changing patient and department needs including, but not limited to, offering assistance to other team members and adjusting assignments.

Management of Information:

• Reviews and is knowledgeable of appropriate policies, procedures and work rules.
• Demonstrates an understanding of hospital emergency codes and how to call a code.
• Utilizes hospital E-mail to access staff meeting minutes, notices and memos.
• Reads and reviews meeting minutes and clinical updates.
• Participates in staff meetings and appropriate in-services.
• Maintains timely ongoing verbal communication with RN throughout the shift, regarding patient condition including, the status of completing delegated tasks. Recognizes and notifies RN immediately of any significant change in a patient's condition and/or monitoring alarms (for example: change in vital signs, change in patient's mental status, complaints of pain, abnormal blood sugar, patient fall or other injury, patient concerns with care).
• Accurately collects and records patient data (vital signs, intake and output, blood sugar, weights, restraint care/monitoring, other) and complies with hospital documentation standards to ensure a complete and accurate patient record.

Collaborative Interdisciplinary Care:

• Maintains and fosters a teamwork approach to patient care.
• Transports patients and equipment throughout the hospital as requested. Uses appropriate safety techniques and body mechanics when moving patient. Remains with the patient or ensures patient is attended by staff when off other home unit. Stretcher is cleaned after every transport with an antibacterial as provided in the department.
• Delivers specimens to laboratory as needed, following proper procedures related to the handling of specimens during transport, as requested by staff.
• Strictly practices Standard Precautions. Checks with nursing staff for specific instructions if necessary.
• Performs the transportation of the deceased to the morgue in a respectful manner. Always uses proper morgue stretcher and is accompanied by a second escort.
• Performs technical duties including EKG and phlebotomy under the supervisor of a licensed Nurse.
• Obtains lab specimens as requested by Nursing Supervisor.
• Obtains labs for in-house draws on 11p-7a shift for 1am and 4am rounds, in accordance with lab policy.
• Adheres to laboratory policy and procedure when retrieving lab specimens including the proper labeling of all specimens.
• Performs EKG's as requested by nursing/provider and obtains old EKG's in MUSE system.
• EKG's are brought to provider for immediate review upon completion.
• Assist providers with patient procedures as needed.
• Notification of need for repair of medical equipment to appropriate parties.
• Covers the switchboard operator function during breaks. Is able to appropriately perform the function including Code Blue and RRT notification.

Patient/Family Education:

• Addresses patient comfort and information needs by providing informative, non-clinical information to patients and families, orienting patients/visitors to the hospital, unit, patient room services.
• In collaboration with the licensed nurse, reinforces the patient education provided by the nurse and provides patients/families with basic patient care instruction, such as instruction for using the call light and safety requirements.

Competency:

• Complies with established practice standards, policies, procedures, protocols, guidelines, and regulations, (for example: DPH, JCAHO, Boston fire codes, OSHA).
• Maintains and demonstrates compliance with hospital and nursing competencies and care standards.
• Maintains competence in relation to a variety of technical skills that may include, but are not limited to, performing EKGs and blood glucose monitoring, applying simple dressings and Heartsaver CPR and AED skills.

Qualifications

Education: High School Diploma or Equivalent required. Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree? No

Licenses and Credentials: Experience as a medical technician or patient care assistant preferred

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Staff adheres to all I C.A.R.E. Standards.
• Ability to effectively speak, read and write using the English language.
• Ability to pass clinical competency, basic math and reading testing.
• Ability to perform basic math calculations and measurements, in order to measure height and weight, intake and output and calorie counts.
• Ability to accurately interpret and utilize basic medical terminology and abbreviations.
• Ability to enter and retrieve computerized information.
• Physical ability to push, transfer, and pull heavy loads throughout assigned shift.
• Physical ability to meet core job requirements in accordance with practice setting demands, for the patient populations regularly served.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills to interact appropriately with nursing staff, patients, families/visitors, physicians, and other hospital staff.
• Organizational skills to set priorities and efficiently complete assigned work.
• Ability to manage stress related to patient care issues, and changing hospital climate and personnel issues.

Additional Job Details (if applicable)

Physical Requirements:

• Standing Frequently (34-66%)
• Walking Frequently (34-66%)
• Sitting Occasionally (3-33%)

Position Details

Lakeland Regional Health is a leading medical center located in Central Florida. With a legacy spanning over a century, we have been dedicated to serving our community with excellence in healthcare. As the only Level 2 Trauma center for Polk, Highlands, and Hardee counties, and the second busiest Emergency Department in the US, we are committed to providing high-quality care to our diverse patient population. Our facility is licensed for 910 beds and handles over 200,000 emergency room visits annually, along with 49,000 inpatient admissions, 21,000 surgical cases, 4,000 births, and 101,000 outpatient visits.

Lakeland Regional Health is currently seeking motivated individuals to join our team in various entry-level positions. Whether you're starting your career in healthcare or seeking new opportunities to make a difference, we have roles available across our primary and specialty clinics, urgent care centers, and upcoming standalone Emergency Department. With over 7,000 employees, Lakeland Regional Health offers a supportive work environment where you can thrive and grow professionally.

Work Hours per Biweekly Pay Period: 80.00

Shift:

Location: 1324 Lakeland Hills Blvd Lakeland, FL

Pay Rate: Min $161,200.00 Mid $215,300.80

Position Summary

The Physician Advisor serves as a liaison between the clinical document improvement (CDI) team, which includes hospital coders; members of the Hospital's administration; the Medical Staff of the hospital; and the hospital's Utilization Management to facilitate the development and implementation of clinical documentation improvement initiatives. The Physician Advisor is pivotal in leveraging his or her clinical position to demonstrate the association of care delivery with specificity in documentation. The Physician Advisor is responsible for conducting clinical reviews referred by the Utilization Management, Coding and Clinical Documentation Improvement departments. The Physician Advisor will assist with reviews and appeals of DRG and medical necessity denials.

Position Responsibilities

People At The Heart Of All We Do

• Fosters an inclusive and engaged environment through teamwork and collaboration.
• Ensures patients and families have the best possible experiences across the continuum of care.
• Communicates appropriately with patients, families, team members, and our community in a manner that treasures all people as uniquely created.

Stewardship

• Demonstrates responsible use of LRH's resources including people, finances, equipment and facilities.
• Knows and adheres to organizational and department policies and procedures.

Safety And Performance Improvement

• Behaves in a mindful manner focused on self, patient, visitor, and team safety.
• Demonstrates accountability and commitment to quality work.
• Participates actively in process improvement and adoption of standard work.

Supervisor/Team Lead Capabilities

• Demonstrates accountability for shift/team operations and care/service delivery to support achievement of organizational priorities.
• Coaches front line team members to support ongoing professional development and hardwire technical and professional capabilities.
• Creates a high performing team by building strong relationships, delegating work and nurturing commitment and engagement.
• Manages team conflict/issues implementing appropriate corrective actions, improvement plans and regular performance evaluations.
• Applies change management best practices and standard work to support departmental changes and ensure effective team transition.
• Promotes a healthy and safe culture to advance system, team and service experien

Standard Work: Physician Advisor

• Acts as a liaison between the CDI professionals, Health Information Management, and the hospital's medical staff to facilitate accurate and complete documentation for coding and abstracting of clinical data, capture of severity, acuity and risk of mortality, HCC/risk adjustment in addition to Diagnosis Related Group (DRG) assignment.
• Perform concurrent and retrospective reviews of selected health records as it pertains to CDI and coding validation, and participate in the development of clinically appropriate and compliant provider queries to further clarify documentation.
• Educates individual hospital staff physicians about International Classification of Diseases (ICD) coding guidelines and clinical terminology to improve their understanding of severity, acuity, risk of mortality, HCC/risk adjustment and DRG assignments on their individual patient records.
• Assists with the evaluation and appeal of concurrent and restrospective denials and retrospective DRG downgrades. May perform peer-to-peer meetings as required.
• Participates in the coding and CDI programs and identifies potential areas for improved documentation of services. Also participates in the Coding and CDI meetings and provides ongoing education to the team members.
• Provides peer to peer communication to affect the appropriate response for those cases where the physician fails to respond or questions the need for queries.
• Responsible for writing and submitting appeals (multiple levels as needed) specifically around medical necessity, non-covered services, authorizations, and inpatient/observation stay related denials. May perform peer-to-peer meetings as required.
• The Physician Advisor is pivotal in leveraging his or her clinical position to demonstrate the association of care delivery with specificity in documentation through effective communication and education of the respective parties.
• Provides his or her expert opinion in relation to clinical validity assessments, and, furthermore, the development of clinically robust and appropriate queries.
• Serves as second level reviewer for UM, providing guidance on appropriate/alternate levels of care based on InterQual guidelines and other appropriate criteria.

Competencies & Skills

Essential:

• Broad knowledge base of clinical medicine across all specialties.
• Basic coding guidelines regarding the selection of the principal diagnosis and reporting additional diagnoses and procedures; understanding the DRG system; levels of comorbidities; and concepts of risk adjustment, severity of illness, risk of mortality, case mix index, prospective payment, hospital acquired conditions, patient safety indicators.
• Organize tasks effectively and efficiently and the ability to act independently through the application of critical thinking skills.
• Computer skills appropriate to position
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Qualifications & Experience

Essential:

• Medical Degree

Essential:

• Licensed to practice medicine in the state of Florida, shall be board certified in internal medicine, and shall meet any other reasonable professional criteria established by LRH or the hospital.

Other information:

Experience Essential:

- Minimum of two years of experience in conducting coding and CDI reviews.

- Knowledge of coding guidelines and how it translates from clinical documentation.

- Knowledge of DRGs, Risk of Mortality, Severity of Illness, Mortality Rate, HCC/risk adjustment, CMI and the impact of clinical documentation/coding in relation to these metrics.

- Excellent computer skills with prior exposure to use of Microsoft Office suite

We are seeking a detail-oriented Certified Risk Adjustment Coder to join our healthcare team. This role involves working directly within a clinical or administrative unit to ensure accurate and compliant coding of medical procedures, diagnoses, and services. The ideal candidate will be embedded in day-to-day operations, collaborating closely with physicians, nurses, and billing staff to support efficient documentation and reimbursement processes.

This is a hybrid role, and requires 3 days a week in the office

Key Responsibilities:

• Review and analyze patient medical records to assign appropriate ICD-10, CPT, and HCPCS codes.
• Ensure coding accuracy and compliance with federal regulations, payer policies, and internal standards.
• Collaborate with healthcare providers to clarify documentation and resolve coding discrepancies.
• Submit coded data to billing systems to initiate insurance claims and support reimbursement.
• Maintain and update patient data for long-term tracking and reporting.
• Participate in audits and quality reviews to ensure coding integrity.
• Stay current with changes in medical coding guidelines, CMS updates, and payer requirements.
• Support internal compliance and contribute to external audit readiness.

Qualifications:

• Certified Risk Adjustment Coder (CRC) Certification
• Minimum 2–3 years of experience in medical risk adjustment coding, preferably in an embedded or integrated healthcare setting.
• Familiarity with value-based care and risk-bearing contracts.
• Strong understanding of medical terminology, anatomy, and disease classification systems.
• Proficiency with Electronic Health Records (EHR) and coding software.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office.
• Excellent attention to detail and analytical skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced clinical environment.

Preferred Skills:

• Experience with inpatient, outpatient, or specialty coding.
• Ability to engage with providers.
• Familiarity with payer-specific coding requirements and reimbursement processes.
• Strong communication skills for cross-functional collaboration.
• Knowledge of HIPAA and confidentiality protocols.