HIM OPERATIONS ASSOCIATE - FULL TIME - DAYS

Job Details

Job Summary

Under the general supervision of the HIM Operations Supervisor and Operations Team Leader, the Health Information Management (HIM) Operations Associate is responsible for the timely processing of the patient records by ensuring receipt of all records; reviewing records for quality, identifiers, and preparing documents for scanning. The Health Information Management (HIM) Operations Associate will also scan and index records, verifying data integrity with the highest level of quality possible.  The Health Information Management (HIM) Operations Associate will coordinate information with the Master Patient Index and patient registration modules.

Core Job Responsibilities

• Collect and prepare documents for scanning (pt identifiers, remove staples)
• Reviews each electronic image with the hard copy to confirm image quality, appropriate order, and rotation.
• Index the image to the correct encounter, section or document appropriately.
• Delete/Add/Replace/Revise when determined appropriate
• Monitor work queue(s) daily and ensures timely processing of all assignments in the queue(s)
• Assists with prepping, scanning and any other duties assigned.
   

Education/Experience Requirements

• High School Diploma, or equivalent
• 3 years of previous experience in a hospital medical record department or similar medical office setting
• Familiarity with types of medical documentation.
• Understanding of anatomy and medical terminology.

• Associate degree RHIT 

Licensure/Certification Requirements

EOE AA M/F/Vet/Disability

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their age, race, religion, national origin, ethnicity, age, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, et al), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, protected veteran status, or disability.

Successful candidates might be required to undergo a background verification with an external vendor.