Health Information Management Tech
NorthKey Community Care · Covington, KY · 1 mo ago
On-siteEducation$14.4–$15.05/hrFull-time
About the role
This position is responsible for compiling, processing, and maintaining medical records within NorthKey Community Care’s Electronic Health Record (EHR) system and paper records system in a manner consistent with medical, administrative, ethical, legal, and regulatory requirements. This position is responsible for performing functions that support health information management and document imaging in a hybrid health record environment.
Responsibilities
- Respond to requests for copies of health records; ensure appropriate paperwork (HIPAA and 42 CFR Part 2 compliant release of information, consents, subpoena, etc.) is on file, and log details of requests for health information.
- PRACTICE MINIMUM NECESSARY DOCTRINE; ensure that copies include only information that is requested and available to be released.
- Obtain authorization from appropriate parties.
- Process, store, and retrieve electronic health information.
- Maintain and utilize a variety of health record indexes, storage, and retrieval systems, both paper and electronic.
- Adhere to HIPAA and 42 CFR Part 2 policies and procedures and maintain strict confidentiality in matters of client information.
- Ensure that client records are complete and accurate, and consistently work to reduce the number of data collection errors in the electronic health record.
- Scan client documentation into the electronic health record as needed.
- Prepare electronic data to submit for state reporting.
- Process disability requests.
- Pull paper charts as needed for record requests.
- Process chart audits.
- Mail certifications and/or deliver to the courthouse or attorney’s offices as needed.
- Train staff on health information management procedures.
- Answer phone calls in response to request inquiries, status of release, etc.
Requirements
- A high school diploma is required.
- An associate’s degree in health information management (or related field of study) is preferred.
- Working towards RHIT certification is preferred.
- One year of experience with medical records/health information is preferred.
- Experience with electronic health records is required.
- Previous experience in a medical office or healthcare setting is preferred.
- Proficiency with medical office systems and electronic health records (EHRs).
- Strong knowledge of medical terminology and coding systems.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and prioritize tasks effectively.
- Excellent organizational and communication skills.
Qualifications
- High school diploma required.
- Associate’s degree in health information management (or related field of study) preferred.
- Working towards RHIT certification preferred.
- One year of experience with medical records/health information preferred.
- Experience with electronic health records required.
- Previous experience in a medical office or healthcare setting preferred.
- Proficiency with medical office systems and electronic health records (EHRs) required.
- Strong knowledge of medical terminology and coding systems required.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and prioritize tasks effectively required.
- Excellent organizational and communication skills required.
Skills
- Proficiency with medical office systems and electronic health records (EHRs).
- Strong knowledge of medical terminology and coding systems.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and prioritize tasks effectively.
- Excellent organizational and communication skills.
Benefits
- 401(k) with employer match.
- Various medical, vision, and dental plans to choose from.
- HSA Employer match up to $1000, depending on plan.
- Flexible schedule.
- Employee assistance program.
- Tuition reimbursement.
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