Health Information Services Specialist I - Hospital Rev Cycle - On Site Work Schedule

About the role

Under direct supervision, this position provides support and services for the retrieval, scanning, handling and archiving of medical records. It serves as an information resource for hospital, medical staff, and others throughout ANMC.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for analyzing and maintaining scanned documents within the electronic health record to ensure quality and accuracy.
• Retrives all documentation from hospital floors and outlining clinics.
• Analyzes, prepares, scans, and indexes patient records into the electronic health record (EHR) to ensure quality, accuracy and completeness.
• Demonstrates competence using standard operating office equipment, electronic computer information systems, and the EHR to meet daily department and employee performance goals.
• Must be able to meet and maintain productivity, quality, and accuracy standards within six months of hire.
• Uses critical thinking skills to assist with prioritization, organization, and execution of daily activities in accordance with department guidelines.
• Reconciles paper documents received against records that have been scanned to ensure completeness and accuracy.
• Provides technical and administrative assistance for other health information services functions.
• Retrieves electronic medical records for internal and external requests.
• Provides quality customer service to both internal and external customers.
• Maintains the confidentiality of patient records.
• Other duties as assigned or required.

Knowledge and Skills

• Knowledge of Alaska Tribal Health System, ANTHC, and Alaska Native culture(s).
• Knowledge of data gathering, analysis, and reporting.
• Knowledge of regulatory documentation requirements.
• Knowledge of medical record keeping and retention guidelines.
• Knowledge of applicable policies and practices.
• Skill in problem solving and troubleshooting issues.
• Basic skill in operating a personal computer utilizing a variety of applications.

Minimum Education Qualification

A high school diploma or GED equivalent.

Minimum Experience Qualification

Health Information Services Specialist I Non-supervisory - None.