HIM Coordinator- OMC- PRN

About the Role

This position retrieves and processes medical records for the clinic and hospital. Responsibilities include researching, locating, and processing requests for medical record information; preparing documents for scanning; assembling records; reconciling basic HIM reports; and processing and forwarding medical records for clinic and hospital requests. The role involves in-depth research to locate records, resolve day-to-day workflow problems, and review paper and electronic medical records to ensure documentation is available for all or specific episodes of care.

Responsibilities

• Retrieves and processes medical records.
• Researches and reconciles medical record documentation.
• Performs medical record conversion.
• Prepares documents for scanning.
• Supports departmental goals.
• Performs other related duties as required.
• Remains knowledgeable on current federal, state, and local laws, accreditation standards, or regulatory agency requirements that apply to the assigned area of responsibility and ensures compliance.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent (required).
• 3 years of experience in health information management or a related healthcare field (required).
• Bachelor’s Degree (preferred).

Skills & Qualifications

• Good understanding of electronic medical record (EMR) systems and commonly used concepts, practices, and procedures within a health information management healthcare setting.
• Knowledge of the Joint Commission and CMS regulations regarding medical records.
• Proficiency in using computers, software, and web-based applications.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills and ability to present information clearly and professionally.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work under moderate supervision and follow written instructions to interpret policies and procedures.
• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality in all work performed.
• Organizational skills and ability to work efficiently under pressure and set priorities.
• Ability to travel throughout and between facilities.

Physical & Environmental Demands

• Medium Work - Exerting 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently, and/or greater than negligible up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
• Normal routine involves no exposure to blood, body fluid, or tissue, and incumbents are not called upon to perform or assist in emergency care or first aid.
• No occupational risk for exposure to communicable diseases, though there may be occupational risk for exposure to hazardous medications or hazardous waste within the environment.