Health Information Services Tech

About the Role

This is an entry-level position responsible for the day-to-day activities of collecting discharged records, prepping, and scanning them into the electronic medical record and/or other designated systems. A qualified candidate will verify the correct patient’s medical record and account numbers are assigned to each document in the electronic medical record. You will perform all assigned duties in a timely manner to ensure the medical record is accessible for treatment, payment, and healthcare operations.

The role requires maintaining the privacy and confidentiality of protected health information and adhering to the policies governing the Health Information Management department. A successful applicant actively promotes and helps maintain a professional, team-oriented, service-conscious environment that aligns with the goals of the department and reflects the values of the system.

Responsibilities

• Collect discharged records and prepare them for scanning.
• Scan documents into the electronic medical record or other designated systems.
• Verify patient medical record and account numbers for accuracy.
• Ensure timely completion of duties to support treatment, payment, and healthcare operations.
• Maintain privacy and confidentiality of protected health information.
• Adhere to Health Information Management department policies.
• Contribute to a professional, team-oriented, and service-conscious work environment.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or G.E.D.
• Healthcare experience preferred.
• Basic computer skills.

Physical Requirements

• Sedentary work involving prolonged periods of sitting.
• Ability to exert up to 10 lbs. of force occasionally.

About the Workplace

Mercy Hospital is an 82-bed, acute care hospital located in Durango, a scenic town in southwestern Colorado. It is the only hospital in Colorado rated five stars by Medicare for overall hospital quality. Mercy is recognized for excellence in orthopedic and spine surgery, outstanding patient experience, and patient safety, having received ten consecutive 'A' grades from The Leapfrog Group for patient safety.

Our providers use state-of-the-art technology in an environment designed to promote well-being and healing of body, mind, and spirit. Specialty services include emergency care (Level III trauma designation), surgical care, cardiac care (including interventional), Orthopedic and Spine Centers of Excellence, a Family Birthing Center, home care, and hospice care.

Durango offers an exceptional quality of life with small-town charm, excellent schools, and year-round, world-class outdoor recreation opportunities, including snow sports, river sports, hiking, biking, and camping.

Pay

$18.00 - $27.77 per hour.