Health Information Services Technician

Health Information Services Clerk

Saint Joseph, MO, United States (On-site) Trending

Job Description

The HIS Clerk works under the supervision of the Manager or Clinic Manager. The HIS Clerk assists with the completion, maintenance and release of information comprising patient medical records in accordance with HIPAA.

Responsibilities

• Constructs medical records, placing health information documentation in the medical record in correct order and sequence. Analyzes medical records to identify and obtain missing information or documentation. Flags documents requiring signature or dictation.

• Analyzes medical records for completion following medical staff Standards, Joint Commission, CMS and DOH guidelines.

• Receives and scans DPOA's and advanced directives in a timely manner. Scans documents into patient's charts.

• Retrieves microfilm medical records for patient care and review and routes appropriately.

• Releases information to internal/external customers and is knowledgeable to Federal and State regulations, assisting customers with completion of written requests. Prepares billing for external customers and monitors monthly. Prepares cash deposit weekly.

• Acts as a receptionist and customer service representative. Answers the phone and makes necessary calls to meet and exceed the needs of the customers.

• Completes data entry and updates in computer software programs. Retrieves electronic clinical information needed.

• Assists physicians with chart completion. Faxes info to physicians' offices as requested.

• Performs case merge (merges multiple medical record numbers) electronically. Investigates and merges in multiple systems.

• Monitors potential delinquent status of charts weekly. Notifies and follows up with physicians accordingly.

• Other duties as assigned

Education

• H.S. Diploma - High School Diploma or GED equivalent - Required

Work Experience

• Basic computer and data entry skills - Preferred

• Previous work experience in a Health Information Services department - Preferred

Licenses and Certifications

• Notary Certification - May be required to obtain - Preferred Upon Hire

Travel Requirements

• Travel to off-site locations may be required. - Required

About Us

Mosaic Life Care is a health care system in northwest Missouri. With a vision of transforming community health by being a life-care innovator, Mosaic places the holistic needs of patients first by providing the right care at the right time and place, offering high value and quality health care. Mosaic has a wide array of benefits to meet each employee's individual needs. Our benefits were designed by listening to people just like you. Mosaic also offers several perks with a focus on ensuring our employees feel valued, including concierge services, employee lounge, wellness programs, free covered parking, free on-site and virtual health clinics and many more. When paired with compensation and recognition, it is what continues to make us the employer of choice for employees at any stage of their journey.