Clinical Analyst / Healthcare Business Analyst (CPC or CCS) – 12-Month Hybrid Contract (U.S.)
CornerStone TTS is looking for a Clinical Analyst / healthcare Business Analyst who holds a current CPC or CCS certification to support medical code change requests and MMIS Reference Administration work at a South Carolina state agency. You will research ICD-10, CPT, and HCPCS updates, recommend policy and process changes, document business rules and requirements, and partner with operations and policy staff on complex, change-oriented projects. This is a 12-month hybrid contract (about 80% remote) open to candidates anywhere in the U.S. who can travel onsite to Columbia, SC for trainings and meetings at their own expense, with a strong preference for candidates already in South Carolina, North Carolina, or Georgia, and extension possible.
Required qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in healthcare related field (equivalent combination may be considered with prior hiring team review and approval)
- Currently credentialed as CPC (Certified Professional Coder) or as CCS (Certified Coding Specialist)
- 3+ years' experience in healthcare
- Strong knowledge of ICD/CPT/HCPCS translation and coding methodologies
- 3+ years extensive knowledge of anatomy, physiology, pharmacology, and medical terminology
- 3+ years of strong knowledge of formal business process documentation
Preferred qualifications:
- 3+ years' experience healthcare hospital, office and clinic setting
- Knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Optum Encoder and other medical coding software programs)
- Resource is local to South Carolina, North Carolina, or Georgia
Location and schedule:
- Hybrid in Columbia, SC 29201.
- Schedule: Day, 40 hours per week.
- Resource can reside anywhere in the US — must be willing to travel onsite to Columbia, SC within notice from management at the resource's expense; Strong preference for resources local to SC, NC, or GA.
Duration and start:
- 12-month contract; projected start Tue Oct 27, 2026.
- Interviews: 1 round, Virtual/Online.
Pre-start screening:
- Criminal background check.
- Credit check.
- E-Verify.
Pay:
Up to $77.91/hr.
How to apply:
Apply today — email your resume to TTS@CornerStoneStaffing.com
