Documentation Specialist Jobs in Arizona
Documentation Specialist jobs in Arizona are concentrated in Phoenix, Tucson, and Scottsdale, where demand runs steady across healthcare systems, aerospace and defense contractors, and financial services firms. Major employers with a consistent hiring presence include Banner Health, Honeywell, and American Express, each maintaining large Arizona operations that rely on documentation specialists for technical writing, regulatory compliance, and records management. The market supports roles from entry-level coordinators to senior technical writers and quality documentation leads. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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Overview
Abrazo Community Health Network Hospital is committed to providing exceptional patient care in a supportive and collaborative environment. As a member of our team, you will have the opportunity to work with advanced technology and be part of a healthcare community dedicated to making a positive impact on the lives of our patients.
At Abrazo Community Health Network, we understand that our greatest asset is our dedicated team of professionals. That’s why we offer more than a job – we provide a comprehensive benefit package that prioritizes your health, professional development, and work-life balance. The available plans and programs include:
- Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
- 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match
- Generous paid time off
- Career development and continuing education opportunities
- Health savings accounts, healthcare & dependent flexible spending accounts
- Employee Assistance program, Employee discount program
- Voluntary benefits include pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, long term care, elder & childcare, auto & home insurance
Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location and is determined by employment status
Job Summary
Position Summary
This is a Hybrid position both onsite and remote.
Under general supervision of the Clinical Documentation Integrity Program Manager, the Clinical Documentation Specialist is responsible for improving overall quality and completeness of clinical documentation to accurately reflect patient severity of illness and risk of mortality through extensive interaction with physician, case management, nursing staff, other patient caregivers and coding staff. Ensures the accuracy and completeness of clinical information used for measuring and reporting physician outcomes.
Responsibilities
- Initiates and performs concurrent documentation review of selected inpatient records to clarify conditions/diagnosis and procedures where inadequate or conflicting documentation is suspected. Meets or exceeds defined performance standards for chart reviews and queries.
- Improves coding specificity by educating physicians, clinicians, and other involved parties regarding the necessity of providing complete and clear documentation of the care provided throughout a patient’s stay. This includes capturing complications/co-morbidities during the patient’s stay. This is achieved via queries, face-to-face communications, and/or other educational programs and tools useful and necessary to achieve this goal. Serves as a resource for physicians to help link ICD-10-CM coding guidelines and medical terminology to improve accuracy of final code assignment.
- Follows guidelines for coding and documentation to ensure physician and hospital compliance. Remains current with coding information to ensure accuracy of codes assigned base on documentation. Participates in educational programs and in-services in order to maintain and exceed excellence in coding skills.
- Performs ongoing CDI Final Review/DRG Reconciliation and reports DRG mismatch disagreements for secondary review as defined.
- Performs ongoing query reconciliation as defined, with regular monitoring of query outcomes for query performance opportunities.
- Supports the Coding Department through communicating with physicians regarding open queries; acts as liaison between coding and physicians.
- Identifies, assists, and participates in inter/intra-departmental special projects involving the accuracy of physician documentation. Participates in precepting and mentoring of new team members.
- Collaborates with the Physician Advisor in identifying patterns of physician documentation issues,
- utilization/follow up of queries and education of physicians at the bedside and/or monthly meetings
- Maintains established hospital and departmental policies and procedures, objectives, performance improvement program, safety, environmental and infection control standards. Maintains confidentiality and security levels to protect medical/legal patient care documentation.
- Participates in precepting and mentoring of new team members.
- Other related job tasks or responsibilities as assigned
Qualifications
- Special Skills
- Knowledge of care delivery documentation systems and related medical record documents.
- Detailed knowledge and understanding of MSDRGs and OIG work plan as it relates to correct coding and MSDRG assignment.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, critical thinking skills, and interpersonal skills to build effective relationships with physician, case management, nursing, coding, and hospital staff.
- Computer skills and familiarity with basic office equipment required. Ability to work independently in a time oriented environment.
- Self-directed, motivated, and possess a positive attitude.
-
Minimum Requirements
- Education: Graduate of an accredited school of nursing, AHIMA accredited school, United States or international school of medicine
- Experience: 0-2 years of CDS experience and 2 years recent acute care experience in a clinical or inpatient coding setting
- Licensure/Certifications: One of the following is required: RN, RHIA, RHIT, CCS, CIC, MD, DO, PA, NP
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Organization Description
Tenet’s hospital operations segment includes 52 acute care and specialty hospitals in nine states, as well as other facilities such as primary and specialty care clinics, diagnostic imaging centers, micro-hospitals and off-campus emergency departments. Our hospitals are well known for delivering excellent medical care and offering a complete range of services tailored to the needs of each community we serve. From preventative and diagnostic services to expertise in some of the world’s leading technologies, we work with multidisciplinary teams of physicians and healthcare professionals dedicated to the good health and well-being of our neighbors. Tenet also offers opportunities to work at the corporate level in Dallas, TX and in the markets we serve. Corporate and executive positions support the mission of the enterprise.
Employment practices will not be influenced or affected by an applicant’s or employee’s race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status or any other legally protected status. Tenet will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities unless doing so would result in an undue hardship.
Tenet participates in the E-Verify program. Follow the link below for additional information.
E-Verify: http://www.uscis.gov/e-verify
The employment practices of Tenet Healthcare and its companies comply with all applicable laws and regulations.
- Initiates and performs concurrent documentation review of selected inpatient records to clarify conditions/diagnosis and procedures where inadequate or conflicting documentation is suspected. Meets or exceeds defined performance standards for chart reviews and queries.
- Improves coding specificity by educating physicians, clinicians, and other involved parties regarding the necessity of providing complete and clear documentation of the care provided throughout a patient’s stay. This includes capturing complications/co-morbidities during the patient’s stay. This is achieved via queries, face-to-face communications, and/or other educational programs and tools useful and necessary to achieve this goal. Serves as a resource for physicians to help link ICD-10-CM coding guidelines and medical terminology to improve accuracy of final code assignment.
- Follows guidelines for coding and documentation to ensure physician and hospital compliance. Remains current with coding information to ensure accuracy of codes assigned base on documentation. Participates in educational programs and in-services in order to maintain and exceed excellence in coding skills.
- Performs ongoing CDI Final Review/DRG Reconciliation and reports DRG mismatch disagreements for secondary review as defined.
- Performs ongoing query reconciliation as defined, with regular monitoring of query outcomes for query performance opportunities.
- Supports the Coding Department through communicating with physicians regarding open queries; acts as liaison between coding and physicians.
- Identifies, assists, and participates in inter/intra-departmental special projects involving the accuracy of physician documentation. Participates in precepting and mentoring of new team members.
- Collaborates with the Physician Advisor in identifying patterns of physician documentation issues,
- utilization/follow up of queries and education of physicians at the bedside and/or monthly meetings
- Maintains established hospital and departmental policies and procedures, objectives, performance improvement program, safety, environmental and infection control standards. Maintains confidentiality and security levels to protect medical/legal patient care documentation.
- Participates in precepting and mentoring of new team members.
- Other related job tasks or responsibilities as assigned
- Special Skills
- Knowledge of care delivery documentation systems and related medical record documents.
- Detailed knowledge and understanding of MSDRGs and OIG work plan as it relates to correct coding and MSDRG assignment.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, critical thinking skills, and interpersonal skills to build effective relationships with physician, case management, nursing, coding, and hospital staff.
- Computer skills and familiarity with basic office equipment required. Ability to work independently in a time oriented environment.
- Self-directed, motivated, and possess a positive attitude.
-
Minimum Requirements
- Education: Graduate of an accredited school of nursing, AHIMA accredited school, United States or international school of medicine
- Experience: 0-2 years of CDS experience and 2 years recent acute care experience in a clinical or inpatient coding setting
- Licensure/Certifications: One of the following is required: RN, RHIA, RHIT, CCS, CIC, MD, DO, PA, NP
#LI-MB1
Overview
Abrazo Community Health Network Hospital is committed to providing exceptional patient care in a supportive and collaborative environment. As a member of our team, you will have the opportunity to work with advanced technology and be part of a healthcare community dedicated to making a positive impact on the lives of our patients.
At Abrazo Community Health Network, we understand that our greatest asset is our dedicated team of professionals. That’s why we offer more than a job – we provide a comprehensive benefit package that prioritizes your health, professional development, and work-life balance. The available plans and programs include:
- Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
- 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match
- Generous paid time off
- Career development and continuing education opportunities
- Health savings accounts, healthcare & dependent flexible spending accounts
- Employee Assistance program, Employee discount program
- Voluntary benefits include pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, long term care, elder & childcare, auto & home insurance
Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location and is determined by employment status
Job Summary
Position Summary
This is a Hybrid position both onsite and remote.
Under general supervision of the Clinical Documentation Integrity Program Manager, the Clinical Documentation Specialist is responsible for improving overall quality and completeness of clinical documentation to accurately reflect patient severity of illness and risk of mortality through extensive interaction with physician, case management, nursing staff, other patient caregivers and coding staff. Ensures the accuracy and completeness of clinical information used for measuring and reporting physician outcomes.
Responsibilities
- Initiates and performs concurrent documentation review of selected inpatient records to clarify conditions/diagnosis and procedures where inadequate or conflicting documentation is suspected. Meets or exceeds defined performance standards for chart reviews and queries.
- Improves coding specificity by educating physicians, clinicians, and other involved parties regarding the necessity of providing complete and clear documentation of the care provided throughout a patient’s stay. This includes capturing complications/co-morbidities during the patient’s stay. This is achieved via queries, face-to-face communications, and/or other educational programs and tools useful and necessary to achieve this goal. Serves as a resource for physicians to help link ICD-10-CM coding guidelines and medical terminology to improve accuracy of final code assignment.
- Follows guidelines for coding and documentation to ensure physician and hospital compliance. Remains current with coding information to ensure accuracy of codes assigned base on documentation. Participates in educational programs and in-services in order to maintain and exceed excellence in coding skills.
- Performs ongoing CDI Final Review/DRG Reconciliation and reports DRG mismatch disagreements for secondary review as defined.
- Performs ongoing query reconciliation as defined, with regular monitoring of query outcomes for query performance opportunities.
- Supports the Coding Department through communicating with physicians regarding open queries; acts as liaison between coding and physicians.
- Identifies, assists, and participates in inter/intra-departmental special projects involving the accuracy of physician documentation. Participates in precepting and mentoring of new team members.
- Collaborates with the Physician Advisor in identifying patterns of physician documentation issues,
- utilization/follow up of queries and education of physicians at the bedside and/or monthly meetings
- Maintains established hospital and departmental policies and procedures, objectives, performance improvement program, safety, environmental and infection control standards. Maintains confidentiality and security levels to protect medical/legal patient care documentation.
- Participates in precepting and mentoring of new team members.
- Other related job tasks or responsibilities as assigned
Qualifications
- Special Skills
- Knowledge of care delivery documentation systems and related medical record documents.
- Detailed knowledge and understanding of MSDRGs and OIG work plan as it relates to correct coding and MSDRG assignment.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, critical thinking skills, and interpersonal skills to build effective relationships with physician, case management, nursing, coding, and hospital staff.
- Computer skills and familiarity with basic office equipment required. Ability to work independently in a time oriented environment.
- Self-directed, motivated, and possess a positive attitude.
-
Minimum Requirements
- Education: Graduate of an accredited school of nursing, AHIMA accredited school, United States or international school of medicine
- Experience: 0-2 years of CDS experience and 2 years recent acute care experience in a clinical or inpatient coding setting
- Licensure/Certifications: One of the following is required: RN, RHIA, RHIT, CCS, CIC, MD, DO, PA, NP
#LI-MB1
Organization Description
Tenet’s hospital operations segment includes 52 acute care and specialty hospitals in nine states, as well as other facilities such as primary and specialty care clinics, diagnostic imaging centers, micro-hospitals and off-campus emergency departments. Our hospitals are well known for delivering excellent medical care and offering a complete range of services tailored to the needs of each community we serve. From preventative and diagnostic services to expertise in some of the world’s leading technologies, we work with multidisciplinary teams of physicians and healthcare professionals dedicated to the good health and well-being of our neighbors. Tenet also offers opportunities to work at the corporate level in Dallas, TX and in the markets we serve. Corporate and executive positions support the mission of the enterprise.
Employment practices will not be influenced or affected by an applicant’s or employee’s race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status or any other legally protected status. Tenet will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities unless doing so would result in an undue hardship.
Tenet participates in the E-Verify program. Follow the link below for additional information.
E-Verify: http://www.uscis.gov/e-verify
The employment practices of Tenet Healthcare and its companies comply with all applicable laws and regulations.
- Initiates and performs concurrent documentation review of selected inpatient records to clarify conditions/diagnosis and procedures where inadequate or conflicting documentation is suspected. Meets or exceeds defined performance standards for chart reviews and queries.
- Improves coding specificity by educating physicians, clinicians, and other involved parties regarding the necessity of providing complete and clear documentation of the care provided throughout a patient’s stay. This includes capturing complications/co-morbidities during the patient’s stay. This is achieved via queries, face-to-face communications, and/or other educational programs and tools useful and necessary to achieve this goal. Serves as a resource for physicians to help link ICD-10-CM coding guidelines and medical terminology to improve accuracy of final code assignment.
- Follows guidelines for coding and documentation to ensure physician and hospital compliance. Remains current with coding information to ensure accuracy of codes assigned base on documentation. Participates in educational programs and in-services in order to maintain and exceed excellence in coding skills.
- Performs ongoing CDI Final Review/DRG Reconciliation and reports DRG mismatch disagreements for secondary review as defined.
- Performs ongoing query reconciliation as defined, with regular monitoring of query outcomes for query performance opportunities.
- Supports the Coding Department through communicating with physicians regarding open queries; acts as liaison between coding and physicians.
- Identifies, assists, and participates in inter/intra-departmental special projects involving the accuracy of physician documentation. Participates in precepting and mentoring of new team members.
- Collaborates with the Physician Advisor in identifying patterns of physician documentation issues,
- utilization/follow up of queries and education of physicians at the bedside and/or monthly meetings
- Maintains established hospital and departmental policies and procedures, objectives, performance improvement program, safety, environmental and infection control standards. Maintains confidentiality and security levels to protect medical/legal patient care documentation.
- Participates in precepting and mentoring of new team members.
- Other related job tasks or responsibilities as assigned
- Special Skills
- Knowledge of care delivery documentation systems and related medical record documents.
- Detailed knowledge and understanding of MSDRGs and OIG work plan as it relates to correct coding and MSDRG assignment.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, critical thinking skills, and interpersonal skills to build effective relationships with physician, case management, nursing, coding, and hospital staff.
- Computer skills and familiarity with basic office equipment required. Ability to work independently in a time oriented environment.
- Self-directed, motivated, and possess a positive attitude.
-
Minimum Requirements
- Education: Graduate of an accredited school of nursing, AHIMA accredited school, United States or international school of medicine
- Experience: 0-2 years of CDS experience and 2 years recent acute care experience in a clinical or inpatient coding setting
- Licensure/Certifications: One of the following is required: RN, RHIA, RHIT, CCS, CIC, MD, DO, PA, NP
#LI-MB1
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Documentation Specialist Job Market in Arizona
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- Insurance
- Healthcare & Medical Services
What Arizona Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in documentation specialist jobs across Arizona.
- Bachelor's degree in English, technical communication, business, or a related field
- Proficiency with documentation tools such as MadCap Flare, Adobe FrameMaker, or Confluence
- Experience writing technical manuals, SOPs, or regulatory compliance documentation
- Familiarity with quality management systems and ISO or FDA documentation standards
- Strong attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple document versions simultaneously
- Competency in Microsoft Office Suite and content management or version control systems
Documentation Specialist Jobs in Arizona: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a documentation specialist in Arizona?
Most documentation specialist roles in Arizona require a bachelor's degree in technical communication, English, business, or a related field. Arizona does not issue a state license for this role, so employers focus on demonstrated writing ability, familiarity with industry-specific documentation standards such as ISO or FDA guidelines, and proficiency with tools like MadCap Flare or Confluence. Building a portfolio of writing samples is the most effective way to compete for positions at Arizona's healthcare, aerospace, and financial services employers.
Which companies hire documentation specialists in Arizona?
Companies currently hiring documentation specialists in Arizona include Optum, Tenet Healthcare, and MY DR NOW, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of October 2026. Arizona's concentration of healthcare networks, defense contractors, and financial services headquarters creates consistent, year-round demand for documentation professionals across the state.
Which Arizona cities have the most documentation specialist jobs?
Phoenix, Arizona, and Tucson account for the largest share of documentation specialist openings in Arizona. Phoenix dominates due to its density of corporate headquarters, hospital systems, and aerospace firms, while Tucson's strong defense and research sector and Scottsdale's financial services and technology companies drive openings in their respective markets.
Are there remote documentation specialist jobs in Arizona?
Yes, and more than most fields. Documentation work is largely desk-based and output-driven, making it well suited to remote arrangements. About 43% of documentation specialist openings tied to Arizona are remote or hybrid as of October 2026, reflecting how broadly employers in healthcare IT, software, and compliance have adopted flexible work policies for this role. Technical writing and regulatory documentation positions tend to offer the most remote flexibility.
How can I get hired as a documentation specialist in Arizona with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying to junior technical writer or documentation coordinator roles at Arizona's large healthcare and technology employers, where structured onboarding exists for candidates new to formal documentation work. Banner Health and Honeywell have historically brought on associates from adjacent roles such as administrative coordinator, quality assurance analyst, or medical records specialist. Completing a certificate in technical communication through Arizona State University or earning a Certified Professional Technical Communicator credential gives candidates a measurable edge and signals readiness to Arizona hiring managers.
Where can I find and apply to documentation specialist jobs in Arizona?
You can find and apply to documentation specialist jobs in Arizona on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings tied to the state. Search for roles that fit your experience level and specialty, then apply directly to the ones that match. No account or profile creation is required to view and apply to listings.
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