HIM Specialist

About the role

The HIM Specialist performs daily operations of the HIM department and related projects and processes, including Master Patient Index (MPI) maintenance, disclosure of patient information, chart auditing, quality assurance and many other HIM functions assigned.

Responsibilities

• Identifies, researches and corrects data integrity issues within the Master Patient Index (MPI).
• Communicates MPI data integrity issues to all impacted areas.
• Scans and indexes documents accurately and in a timely manner.
• Analyzes medical record entries for completeness, timeliness, and accuracy according to department procedure; assures key medical record analysis functions are performed on each record and that any previous deficiencies in current charts are identified and noted in EMR.
• Audits accuracy of electronic entry and facilities resolution of any discrepancies.
• Tracks and maintains records of all interactions using our internal systems.
• Ensures all medical documentation is entered in the Electronic Medical Record.
• Conducts ongoing quality assurance activities in collaboration with the CDI Specialist and Director of HIM.
• Notifies clinicians when incomplete or delinquent medical records are identified according to department policy.
• Serves as a liaison to physicians and other medical support staff to facilitate complete, timely, and accurate health information.
• Processes all ROI requests in accordance with federal and state requirements and according to The Vistas policy and procedures.

Requirements

• High school diploma required.
• Two years of post-high school or 5 years of experience in a health care setting preferred.
• Strong computer skills to include MS Office tools (Word, Excel, and Outlook).
• Extensive use of computer and office equipment.
• Knowledge of Joint Commission requirements and federal and state guidelines applicable to health record completeness and patient privacy.
• Knowledge of health information systems and data management.
• Knowledge of health record content and sequence.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality in all phases of work.
• Ability to process work within presented deadlines and time frames.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and large amounts of data.
• Ability to work independently and as a team player.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of health information systems and data management.
• Knowledge of health record content and sequence.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality in all phases of work.
• Ability to process work within presented deadlines and time frames.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and large amounts of data.
• Ability to work independently and as a team player.

Skills

• Excellent customer service skills.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Knowledge of HIPAA compliance.
• Ability to safeguard medical records.
• Proficiency in MS Office tools (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook).
• Extensive use of computer and office equipment including fax, copy machines, scanners.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance.
• 401(k) match.
• Employer paid long term disability (LTD).
• Short term disability (STD).
• Employer paid life and AD&D insurance.
• Moderate Paid Time Off.
• Flexible Spending Account.
• Tuition reimbursement.

Pay

Pay Range: $21.00 - $24.57