Job Description

Job Summary:

The Health Information Management Technician II processes health information under the direction of the HIM Manager or designated supervisor, which includes but is not limited to:

• Pick-up of discharged patient records from nursing units; prepping/scanning/indexing documents in the EMR.
• Answers telephone and responds according to department policy.
• Keeps supervisor informed of issues/concerns that may arise.
• Seeks out additional tasks when assigned work is completed; provides backup coverage for other positions in the HIM department.
• Meets quality and/or productivity expectations.
• Additional duties may include accurately analyze records for de ciencies; manage all aspects of the clerical transcription process; works various work queues in the EMR.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Required Skills & Experience:

• One year of clerical experience required including working with calculations and phone systems.
• Basic experience with Microsoft O ce (Outlook, Word, and Excel) required.
• One year of medical record experience required.

Preferred Skills & Experience:

• Knowledge of medical terminology and anatomy preferred.

Required Education:

High school diploma or equivalent required.

Preferred Certifications & Licensure:

Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA) or Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT).

Schedule Notes:

• 3 month assignment to assist with Project backlog, extension is not guaranteed.
• Requested to help with backlog of missing delivery summaries.
• Work Schedule: M-F, 8:30 am - 5:00 pm
• Certifications needed for the Role: RHIT preferred

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