By Ann Barnaby, CPC, CRC, CASCC With the growth of medical coding and the need for medical coders, recruiters have become an integral part of the hiring process for employers. Recruiters can alleviate anxiety for coders and act as a “go between” with employers and new coders who are unsure of what to expect in […]
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By Ann Barnaby, CPC, CRC, CASCC Planning to begin a medical coding job search, or any job search, can be daunting; there are so many avenues to pursue, so many different types of coding jobs available. To complete an effective search and find the perfect job for short and long-term goals, organization and research are […]
read more »By Ann Barnaby, CPC, CRC, CASCC Almost every coder has faced the same situation. While looking for their first coding job, they are told: You need a job to gain experience, but you can’t get a job without experience. It is a classic catch-22, and the cause of anxiety and frustration for many newly-credentialed coders […]
read more »By Ann Barnaby, CPC, CRC, CASCC The word “networking” often conjures up images of a huge conference room full of people in suits, giving fake smiles and firm handshakes. But networking opportunities are much more organic, and often are all around us. Networking skills are possibly the most important skills that a coder can obtain, […]
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by Ann Barnaby, CPC, CRC, CASCC, Founder and Managing Director of Project Resume A friend of mine once said “Going from working at a start-up to working at a large corporation is like going from riding a freight train, to riding a tricycle.” As someone who has worked in both situations, I have to agree […]
read more »By Ann Barnaby, CPC, CRC, CASCC Telephone, email, text, even faxing? There are so many ways to communicate nowadays. But no matter the method you use, there is one thing that will never change: Communication is key to success in the job search process! Communication in the job search process and throughout your career will […]
read more »by Ann Barnaby, CPC, CRC, CASCC, Founder and Managing Director of Project Resume Remote Work Environments. These three words mean many things to many different people. A medical coder may have a completely different vision of remote work than a manager does. Over time, the very definition of a remote work environment has changed. What […]
read more »By Ann Barnaby, CPC, CRC, CASCC Preparing for an interview is almost as important as the interview itself. When a call comes in to schedule an interview with a company, the first step is, of course, celebration! The second step is preparation. Confidence during an interview is key to presenting your best self, and preparation […]
read more »For many coders, walking into a job interview can be one of the most intimidating and stressful parts of the job search process. But I’m here to tell you that it doesn’t have to be! You can take control of the process by …
read more »To put your best self forward, follow this timeline during your interview journey:
read more »There is always a learning opportunity in any meeting, whether it is a productive encounter, or one that leaves you feeling uneasy. Don’t let any meeting discourage you from keeping up your search, and keeping your attitude positive.
read more »by Ann Barnaby, CPC, CRC If I’ve heard it once, I’ve heard it one thousand times: “I got into medical coding so I could work from home.” These words may represent the honesty of the coding student, but they still make me cringe. Remote work is not a reason to go into a field of […]
read more »by Ann Barnaby, CPC, CRC, CASCC Coding is hard to explain to someone who has never heard of it. What’s even harder to explain is that medical coders can work in any number of fields, in a variety of companies, and in numerous capacities. A simple “medical coder” search on a job site may yield […]
read more »Do you have anxiety or apprehension about the daunting task of finding your first coding job, or looking for a new position in medical coding or health information management? You’re not alone! When I started looking for a job after I finished my education, I …
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