Health Information Specialist

Position Details Location: Mease Countryside Hospital Status: Full Time (non-exempt) Days/Shift: Monday - Friday 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM Occasional weekends The Health Information Management (HIM) Specialist Sr will work on site on a full-time basis. Responsibilities The Health Information Management (HIM) Specialist Sr is responsible for a complete and accurate quality electronic medical record. Understands that validation and completion of the quality review process ensures integrity and legality of the electronic medical record. Accountable for ensuring the timely availability of the electronic medical record for patient care. Review scanned documents for overall image quality and accuracy of indices assigned during the scanned process according to the timeframe requirements. Analyze medical records for physician completion utilizing the Joint Commission standards. Perform all aspects of Release of Information including attending court trials and responding to Subpoenas and doing follow-up billing utilizing the HIPAA Guidelines. Daily interaction with assisting physicians with completion of their medical records. Assist Transcription section with clerical responsibilities and processing of reports. Perform other duties as assigned. Specific Skills Work with minimal supervision Multi-tasking skills Written and verbal communication skills Computer skills appropriate to position Customer service skills Equipment use and maintenance appropriate for position Work in a fast-paced environment Organizational skills Certifications and Licensures None required Education Required: High School or equivalent Preferred: Associates Experience 1 year health information management or experience in healthcare front desk receptionist, admitting/registrar, patient financial, medical records or clerical “OR” graduate from an accredited Health Information Technology (HIT) program. Equal Opportunity Employer Veterans/Disabled #J-18808-Ljbffr