Health Information Assistant

About the role

Under the direction of the Health Information Manager, the Health Information Assistant maintains accurate, organized, and accessible medical records for all residents while supporting nursing station operations to enhance quality care.

Responsibilities

• Maintains accurate, organized, and accessible medical records for all residents while supporting nursing station operations to enhance quality care.
• Coordinates resident admissions by preparing charts, forms, and data entry.
• Maintains in-house records through daily filing, chart thinning, and completeness checks.
• Monitors physician and clinical documentation to ensure timely signatures, accurate orders, and readiness for rounds.
• Schedules resident appointments, labs, and transportation.
• Records vital signs and intake/output data.
• Prepares thorough discharge and transfer documentation.
• Answers phones.
• Assists families and visitors.
• Maintains supplies.
• Ensures the nursing station remains organized and efficient.

Qualifications

• High School graduate or equivalent
• Knowledge of medical terminology
• Long-term care or healthcare experience
• Previous experience as a health office secretary; training in medical records; experience with coding; knowledge of medications and medical terminology
• Knowledge of regulations, documentation requirements and legal issues

Benefits

• UKG Wallet - get paid the next day!
• Free Single Medical Insurance
• Loan reimbursement
• Scholarship Opportunities
• Paid Time Off – Vacation Time
• 401(k) with annual contribution match
• Referral bonuses
• Career path to other positions within our growing company