Health Information Specialist

Responsibilities

• Routinely audits medical records for required documents and signatures.
• Audits resident records on a monthly basis, audits discharged resident records, and audits new admission records according to established criteria to assure completeness, accuracy, and compliance with state and federal regulations.
• Mails forms needing completion or signature to physician as needed and maintains physician telephone order log.
• Thins medical records on a monthly basis and maintains files in proper order to assure accessibility.
• Maintains discharged records for prompt retrieval.
• Maintains control of the release of information by retaining charts for examination by physicians, and copying of record for other authorized personnel with management approval.
• Upholds confidentiality according to HIPAA rules and regulations.
• Assists nursing services with creating, updating and posting the staffing schedule.
• Maintains accurate reporting of attendance and work time.
• Assists with daily nursing services and ensures posting of schedules.
• Maintains supplies and inventory.
• Colls data on supplies needed from each unit and makes invoices as appropriate.
• Identifies type and amount of items to be stocked.
• Maintains supplies in a neat, clean and organized manner.
• Follows manufacturer’s instructions for proper storage of supplies.
• Sends invoices to accounts payable promptly for payment.
• Performs and maintains quarterly inventory.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• A minimum of 2 years of experience as a CNA.
• An additional year of clerical experience within Central Supplies, Medical Records or Staffing is preferred.