Supervisory Medical Records Technician (Coder)
Veterans Health AdministrationAnywhere in the U.S. (remote job), United States · Remote · full time · Management
$67,970 – $88,356
Via USAJOBS, the federal government’s official jobs site, retrieved October 28, 2026. You apply through the official announcement on USAJOBS.
What this role is
This supervisory role oversees medical coders who assign diagnostic and procedural codes to patient records in a VA hospital setting, requiring expertise in ICD, CPT, and HCPCS coding systems along with management of a small team. It suits experienced coders with mastery-level certification who are ready to lead coding operations and ensure compliance with evolving healthcare regulations.
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What they ask for
Required
- One year of creditable experience at the next lower grade level (GS-9 equivalent)
- Mastery-level certification from AHIMA or AAPC
- Advanced knowledge of ICD, CPT, and HCPCS coding systems
- Ability to perform full range of supervisory duties including leave approval, performance evaluation, and work assignment
- Leadership and managerial skills including interpersonal relations and conflict resolution
- Ability to collect, analyze data, identify trends and present results
- Provide or coordinate staff development and training
- United States citizenship or recruitment exception
Nice to have
- 4 years of full-time coding experience
- Current certifications such as CCS, CCS-P, RHIT, RHIA, CPC, COC, or CIC