HIM Operations Clinical Data Abstractor I

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Benefits Eligible:

Hou rs Per Week:

Schedule Details/Additional Information:

Day shift from 8:00-4:30 central time. Every other weekend

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Major Responsibilities

Navigates various electronic health record (EHR) and computer applications to perform job duties to support patient care care management initiatives revenue cycleHealthMaintenanceand sorts prepares and scans internal and external clinical documentation into the EHR according to Health Information Management (HIM) procedures.

Analyzes non-interfaced patient laboratory reports to ensure patient identifiers and compliance with all applicable regulations includingHealth Maintenance College of American Pathologist (CAP) Accreditationand Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments (CLIA). Utilizes optical character recognition software to electronicallyand ormanually enterappropriate datainto the EHR.

Identifiescreatesor releases theappropriate laboratorytests by applying knowledge of medical terminology and laboratory nomenclature. Selects the correct order templates discretely enters andvalidateindividual components comments footnotes performing laboratory name and address collection date and time units of measure reference rangesabbreviationsand and imports laboratory results and other clinical documentation into the and abnormal findings. Ensures laboratory values are accurately entered and flagged to promptly alert patients and cliniciansregardingnormal and abnormal results.

Locates or creates theappropriate patient encounter and/or order. Correctly paginates and classifies documentation to theappropriate documenttype and securitylevelsprotectionand destructionofelectronic and physical PHIinformation according toHealth Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA).

Readilyadapts to new and/or evolving laboratory tests parameters reference ranges and regulations. Validates all data points and laboratory codes and uses critical thinking skills toidentifyand investigate questionable information and troubleshoot issues. Escalates issues andreportspatterns of concern to leadershiptimely.

Performs quality assurance of scanned documentation to ensure clinical documentation is scanned to the correct patient encounter document type and orderablein a timely manneraccording to Health Information Management policy. Verifies the electronic information against the paper document tovalidateaccuracy clarity and legibility

Completestimelyerror correction or notificationprocess;including re-resulting ordeletingdocumentation as needed. Ensure secure retention and destruction of electronic and physical PHIin accordance withapplicable regulations and policies

Communicates with patient care and external performing laboratories via phone email fax Epic In-Basket and other methods to provide education STAT laboratory data entryservicesand other required information.

Minimum Job Requirements

Education

High School Graduateor Equivalent

Certification / Registration / License

Experience

Typically requires1-2years of experiencegainedthroughworking in aHealth Information ManagementMedicalLaboratorydepartment or other related healthcare setting.

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

Proficient computer and keyboarding skills with the ability to learn new computer software systems such as Epic ExtractLabDESolarityOnBase Microsoft 365 and legacy archives.

High attention to detail and accuracy with frequent interruptions.

Ability to prioritize workload and work under pressure in a fast-paced environment with time constraints.

Ability to work independently and make decisions with minimal supervision whilemaintainingquality and productivity standards.

Works collaboratively in a diverse team environment with openness and respect to learn create andproblem solve.

Ability to learn when receiving constructive feedback by leadership or peers and taking personal ownership for success

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

This position requires travel thereforewillbe exposed to weather and road conditions.

Operates all equipment necessary to perform the job performs daily routine maintenance of equipment

Exposed to a normal office environment.

Reliable Internet Service

Preferred Job Requirements

Education

Experience

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

Allresponsibilitiesand requirements are subject topossible modificationtoreasonably accommodateindividuals with disabilities.

This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be required to perform other related duties.

Our CommitmenttoYou:

Advocate Health offers a comprehensive suite of Total Rewards: benefits and well-being programs competitive compensation generous retirement offerings programs that invest in your career development and so much more so you can live fully at and away from work including:

Compensation

• Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications skills relevant experience and/or training

• Premium pay such as shift on call and more based on a teammates job

• Incentive pay for select positions

• Opportunity for annual increases based on performance

Benefits and more

• Paid Time Off programs

• Health and welfare benefits such as medical dental vision life andShort- and Long-Term Disability

• Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses

• Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave

• Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs

• Educational Assistance Program

Note: Eligibility for programs listed above may depend on your FTE or status (e.g. full-time part-time per diem temporary etc.); please ask a Recruiter for more information during an interview.

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