Entry Level Clinical Documentation Specialist Jobs
New grad clinical documentation specialist jobs welcome recent graduates and entry level candidates with zero to two years of experience, where a strong internship background or portfolio of health record coursework can matter more than a long resume. Most openings are Healthcare & Medical Services, Technology & Software, and Investment & Asset Management roles with employers like Citi, Trinity Health, and Beth Israel Lahey Health hiring at this level now.
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West Covina, California
Job Title Clinical Documentation Integrity Specialist - Per Diem - Remote - 8hr Company Name Emanate Health Employment Type Per Diem Location West Covina, California Job ID R0014270 Date posted 06/23/2026 Campus/Location EH Queen of the Valley Hospital - West CovinaNote: Please read the complete description below before applying for this job.
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Everyone at Emanate Health plays a vital role in the care we deliver. No matter what department you belong to, the work you do at Emanate Health affects lives. When you join Emanate Health, you become part of a team that works together to strengthen our communities and grow as individuals.
On Glassdoor's list of "Best Places to Work" in 2021, Emanate Health was named the #1 ranked health care system in the United States, and the #19 ranked company in the country.
Job Summary
The Clinical Documentation Integrity Specialist (CDIS) facilitates the overall quality, completeness, and accuracy of clinical documentation through concurrent interaction with providers and other members of the healthcare team. The CDIS ensures that documentation accurately reflects the patient’s clinical conditions and level of service. The CDIS communicates with providers through discussion and/or compliant queries to address missing, unclear, conflicting, or clinically unsupported diagnoses. The role includes appropriate assignment of MS-DRG/APR-DRG, severity of illness (SOI), risk of mortality (ROM), and identification of relevant clinical indicators (e.g., HACs, PSIs). The CDIS applies principles of clinical validation and ensures all queries comply with AHIMA/ACDIS guidelines and the CDI Code of Ethics.
Job Requirements
Minimum Education Requirement:
Bachelor's degree preferred.
Minimum Experience Requirement:
Minimum of one (1) year of inpatient coding experience and/or experience working as a Clinical Documentation Integrity Specialist in an acute care setting. Strong knowledge of MS-DRG, APR-DRG, ICD-10-CM/PCS coding guidelines. Experience using encoder and electronic health record (EHR) systems. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Strong analytical thinking, problem-solving abilities, and attention to detail. Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications preferred.
Minimum License Requirement:
ACDIS Certified Clinical Documentation Specialist (CCDS) or AHIMA Certified Documentation Integrity Practitioner (CDIP) required within 1 year of hire/transfer.
Delivering world-class health care one patient at a time.
Pay Range:
$69.00 - $69.00West Covina, California
Job Title Clinical Documentation Integrity Specialist - Per Diem - Remote - 8hr Company Name Emanate Health Employment Type Per Diem Location West Covina, California Job ID R0014270 Date posted 06/23/2026 Campus/Location EH Queen of the Valley Hospital - West CovinaNote: Please read the complete description below before applying for this job.
Current Emanate Health Employees - Please log into your Workday account to apply
Everyone at Emanate Health plays a vital role in the care we deliver. No matter what department you belong to, the work you do at Emanate Health affects lives. When you join Emanate Health, you become part of a team that works together to strengthen our communities and grow as individuals.
On Glassdoor's list of "Best Places to Work" in 2021, Emanate Health was named the #1 ranked health care system in the United States, and the #19 ranked company in the country.
Job Summary
The Clinical Documentation Integrity Specialist (CDIS) facilitates the overall quality, completeness, and accuracy of clinical documentation through concurrent interaction with providers and other members of the healthcare team. The CDIS ensures that documentation accurately reflects the patient’s clinical conditions and level of service. The CDIS communicates with providers through discussion and/or compliant queries to address missing, unclear, conflicting, or clinically unsupported diagnoses. The role includes appropriate assignment of MS-DRG/APR-DRG, severity of illness (SOI), risk of mortality (ROM), and identification of relevant clinical indicators (e.g., HACs, PSIs). The CDIS applies principles of clinical validation and ensures all queries comply with AHIMA/ACDIS guidelines and the CDI Code of Ethics.
Job Requirements
Minimum Education Requirement:
Bachelor's degree preferred.
Minimum Experience Requirement:
Minimum of one (1) year of inpatient coding experience and/or experience working as a Clinical Documentation Integrity Specialist in an acute care setting. Strong knowledge of MS-DRG, APR-DRG, ICD-10-CM/PCS coding guidelines. Experience using encoder and electronic health record (EHR) systems. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Strong analytical thinking, problem-solving abilities, and attention to detail. Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications preferred.
Minimum License Requirement:
ACDIS Certified Clinical Documentation Specialist (CCDS) or AHIMA Certified Documentation Integrity Practitioner (CDIP) required within 1 year of hire/transfer.
Delivering world-class health care one patient at a time.
Pay Range:
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Who's Hiring
- Citi4
- Trinity Health4
- Beth Israel Lahey Health4
- Esri2
- Medpace2
Top Industries Hiring
- Healthcare & Medical Services32
- Technology & Software7
- Investment & Asset Management5
- Construction & Real Estate4
- Banking & Financial Services4
Entry Level Clinical Documentation Specialist Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get an entry level clinical documentation specialist job?
Employers hiring at this level look for familiarity with ICD-10 coding systems, electronic health records platforms, and medical terminology, which you can build through a health information management program or a clinical coding certificate. Candidates who can show accuracy and attention to detail in coursework or internship work stand out. Applying to hospital systems, outpatient clinics, and health IT vendors that explicitly list zero to two years of experience gives you the strongest starting point.
Which companies hire entry level clinical documentation specialists?
Companies hiring entry level clinical documentation specialists right now include Citi, Trinity Health, and Beth Israel Lahey Health, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of July 2026. Hiring at this level tends to come from large hospital networks, outpatient care organizations, and health information management firms that have the training infrastructure to bring on candidates early in their careers.
Are there remote entry level clinical documentation specialist jobs?
Yes, though availability varies by employer and role type. About 42% of entry level clinical documentation specialist openings are remote or hybrid as of July 2026, making this one of the more flexible healthcare-adjacent fields for new candidates. Remote roles typically require a reliable home setup and comfort working independently within an electronic health records system.
Are these new grad clinical documentation specialist jobs?
Yes, this page includes new grad, recent graduate, and junior clinical documentation specialist roles. A posting is typically new-grad friendly when it welcomes zero to two years of experience, accepts internship or practicum work in place of full-time history, or notes that a relevant degree or certification is sufficient to apply. Looking for those signals in the job description is the quickest way to find roles suited to someone starting out.
Which industries hire the most entry level clinical documentation specialists?
Entry Level clinical documentation specialist roles concentrate in Healthcare & Medical Services, Technology & Software, and Investment & Asset Management, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of July 2026. These sectors drive entry level hiring because they process high volumes of patient records and rely on a steady pipeline of trained specialists to maintain coding accuracy and regulatory compliance.