Medical Records Technician (MRT-CDIS)

Clinical Documentation Integrity Specialist
Veterans Engineering

Location:
Lt. Col. Luke Weathers Jr. VA Medical Center
(Includes affiliated Community-Based Outpatient Clinics – CBOCs)

Schedule:
Monday – Friday | 7:30 AM – 4:00 PM
(Full-Time | On-Site)

• Base Year: October 1, 2025 – September 30, 2026

• Option Year 1: October 1, 2026 – September 30, 2027

Veterans Engineering is seeking a Medical Records Technician (MRT-CDIS) to support the Clinical Documentation Improvement (CDI) program at the Lt. Col. Luke Weathers Jr. VA Medical Center in Memphis, TN.
Working closely with the Clinical Documentation RN Advisor, the MRT-CDIS will play an essential role in ensuring that medical records accurately reflect patient care provided—supporting proper coding, quality outcomes, and third-party reimbursement. This position is critical to both the financial and clinical integrity of the medical center.

• Collaborate with the CDIS-RN and clinical teams to improve documentation accuracy and completeness.

• Perform concurrent and retrospective medical record reviews to identify documentation gaps or clarification needs.

• Serve as a liaison between healthcare providers, coders, and the Revenue Utilization Review (RUR) team.

• Ensure documentation supports accurate Diagnosis-Related Group (DRG) assignments and third-party billing requirements.

• Educate providers and staff on documentation standards and regulatory compliance.

• Maintain proficiency in current coding systems (ICD, CPT), federal guidelines, and utilization management principles.

• Contribute to accurate quality metric reporting and physician performance evaluations.

• Participate in annual competency assessments related to CDI practices and regulatory compliance.

• Minimum of 2 years of Clinical Documentation Improvement (CDI) experience.

• Strong understanding of medical terminology, documentation guidelines, DRG assignment, and coding systems (ICD, CPT).

• Experience in collaborative healthcare settings with multidisciplinary teams.

• Knowledge of third-party billing processes and utilization review standards.

• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail in reviewing complex clinical records.

• Bachelor’s Degree preferred (Health Information Management, Nursing, or related field).

• Master’s Degree optional.

• Professional certifications from one or more of the following:

  • AHIMA (e.g., RHIT, RHIA, CCS)

  • AAPC (e.g., CPC, CIC)

  • ACDIS (Clinical Documentation Specialist credential preferred)

Note: Adherence to the ACDIS Code of Ethics is expected.

Veterans Engineering is a service-disabled veteran-owned small business (SDVOSB) dedicated to delivering high-quality staffing solutions in support of our nation’s veterans. By joining our team, you’ll help improve the quality of care for those who served while advancing your professional career in a mission-driven environment.