Job Objective :

Under the direction of the Cardiovascular Services Manager reviews, interprets and abstracts information from the medical record into multiple computerized data bases in order to meet regulatory and accreditation requirements.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Non-Essential Duties:

• Other miscellaneous duties and responsibilities as required for maintaining the services provided by the department.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Knowledge

• Comprehensive knowledge of medical diagnostic and procedural terminology
• Understanding of cardiac disease processes, anatomy and physiology as necessary
• Knowledge of federal and state regulations and requirements which pertain to patient care information
• Basic computer knowledge and data base management
• Has a working knowledge of aspects of patient care provided in the facility

Skills

• Able to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing
• Is a motivated independent individual who can organize workload so that all functions are completed appropriately and timely
• Skilled in data analysis and interpretation

Abilities

• Able to interpret criteria for review and abstract data element requirements as defined, including but not limited to various cardiac accreditations.
• Ability to read handwritten and transcribed documents in the medical record, interpret information, and enter complete and accurate data into a computer system
• Ability to use designated reference materials

AVH Values: All AVH employees will effectively demonstrate these values:

• Patients Come First – We listen actively and communicate with our patients and families, placing safety as a top priority.
• Accountability & Ownership – We fully complete tasks, are transparent, effectively communicate, and recognize that what we do reflects on us.
• Teamwork – We build trusting relationships, promote a sense of community, and are respectful of everyone. Success is about the whole team.
• Integrity & Honesty – We tell the truth at all times, speak up when something is wrong, and do the right thing when no one is looking.
• Excellence – We take pride in our work, are goal-oriented, and on a never-ending quest for top tier quality.
• Initiative & Innovation – Our can-do attitudes, creativity, and resourcefulness empower us to improve the patient’s experience, solve our own problems, make timely decisions, and look for opportunities to add value.
• Tenderness & Compassion – We have genuine empathy, show kindness, and encourage and advocate for each other.

AVH Conduct/Compliance Expectations :

• Ability to adhere with AVH Absenteeism and Tardiness Policy
• Ability to adhere with AVH Leaves of Absence Policy
• Ability to adhere with AVH Paid Time Off (PTO) Policy
• Ability to adhere with AVH Recording of Hours Worked Policy
• Ability to adhere to the department dress code
• Ability to organize work and establish priorities
• Ability to expand on own initiative in performance of duties
• Skill and ability to follow the telephone etiquette/standards
• Conforms to AVH Standards of Excellence
• Ability to function effectively under pressure and meet time parameters
• Ability to communicate effectively while maintaining good working relationships with co-workers, managers and other hospital staff
• Ability to adhere to the normal standards of courtesy and conduct as defined under the rules of hospitality at AVH
• Ability to maintain the confidentiality of patient, hospital and department information
• Ability to adhere to safety rules and regulations
• Safely and effectively uses all equipment necessary to carry out duties
• Ability to interpret and function under hospital and department policies and procedures
• Conforms with required and appropriate Joint Commission requirements
• Conforms with and supports hospital quality assurance and improvement guidelines
• Ability to participate effectively in department and hospital staff education
• Display a willingness to work as a team player
• Ability to give and support the highest level of patient/customer satisfaction at all times
• Supports and adheres to the values and mission statement established by the AVH Board of Directors
• Ability to demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the Compliance & Integrity Program and its established policies.
• Ability to follow the Code of Conduct

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:

• Work is performed both in an office and nursing unit environment
• Must be able to make rounds within hospital and conduct patient/family interviews as well as conduct education throughout hospital as needed.
• Must be able to use standard office equipment, sit, and perform occasional bending and twisting.
• Ability to lift and carry 10 lbs.
• Potential exposure to biohazards-blood borne infectious waste and ability to use PPE.

A detailed description of the physical requirements of this job is maintained in the Employee Health Department .

NOTE: THE ABOVE STATEMENTS ARE INTENDED TO DESCRIBE THE GENERAL NATURE AND LEVEL OF WORK PERFORMED BY PEOPLE ASSIGNED TO THIS JOB. THIS DOCUMENT IS NOT INTENDED TO BE AN EXHAUSTIVE LIST OF ALL RESPONSIBILITIES, SKILLS, AND WORKING CONDITIONS FOR THE PERSONNEL SO CLASSIFIED.

Education and Experience:

Education

• Graduate of Accredited School of Nursing and/or B.S.N. preferred

Experience

• Five years of recent acute care experience and knowledge of cardiac background preferred.

Required Licensure and/or Certifications:

• Current clinical licensure in State of California, RN preferred