Health Information Clerk

Job Description

The HIM Clerk processes Health Information under the direction of the HIM Director or designated supervisor. This processing includes but is not limited to: collecting and/or delivering health information/hard copy medical records for patient care and processing the surgical list; retrieval of medical records, pick up of discharged patient records from nursing units, locating and following up on missing medical records, prepping, scanning and filing of medical records and loose reports, preparation of documents for storage via scanning or boxing, answering telephones; and/or assisting physicians and ancillary staff with health information requests. As time permits, may assists with preparation of medical records for destruction.

PIH Health is a nonprofit, regional healthcare network that serves approximately 3 million residents in the Los Angeles County, Orange County and San Gabriel Valley region. The fully integrated network is comprised of PIH Health Downey Hospital, PIH Health Good Samaritan Hospital, PIH Health Whittier Hospital, 37 outpatient medical office buildings, a multispecialty medical (physician) group, home healthcare services and hospice care, as well as heart, cancer, digestive health, orthopedics, women's health, urgent care and emergency services. The organization is nationally recognized for excellence in patient care and patient experience, and the College of Healthcare Information Management Executives (CHIME) has identified PIH Health as one of the nation's top hospital systems for best practices, cutting-edge advancements, quality of care and healthcare technology. For more information, visit PIHHealth.org or follow us on Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram.

Required Skills

• Demonstrates knowledge of medical records and medical record documents.
• Ability to process work using both alphabetical and numerical filing systems.
• Must be well organized and demonstrates an aptitude for accuracy and attention to detail.
• Demonstrates effective communication, interpersonal skills, and ability to follow instructions.
• Ability to be courteous, tactful, and cooperative throughout the day.
• Ability to concentrate and maintain accuracy despite frequent interruptions.
• Legible writing and printing is mandatory.
• Basic computer skills and keyboarding skills; typing speed of 30 wpm.

Required Experience

Required:

• Knowledge of Windows Software

Preferred:

• Familiarity with electronic medical record systems
• Knowledge of medical terminology
• Previous HIM Department or medical office experience
• Valid California driver's license, motor vehicle, motor vehicle insurance and current registration.
• High School graduate or GED