Job Summary:
We are seeking a detail-oriented Medical Information Associate to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in medical records, knowledge of HIPAA and a sense of urgency in their work ethic.

Responsibilities:
- The Medical Information Associate analyzes health records for completeness, communicates record deficiencies to providers, follows industry protocol and regulatory requirements; document imaging – prep, scan and quality control – in health record systems (electronic), and provides general clerical support to the providers; processing records requests; storage, retrieval and delivery of health records. Validates provider records insuring the correct set up for distribution of patient records.

What you will be responsible for:

• Analyzing health record for completeness by providers and accuracy of information.
• Communicating medical record deficiencies to providers. Utilizes escalation of consequences to non-compliant providers, up to referring to Medical Director for review and response.
• Notifying providers/departments of insufficient completion of health records according to established guidelines.
• Acting as a resource to providers on the use of the electronic medical record. Maintaining archival records onsite including pulling and refiling records as needed.
• Completing other records workflows and submissions of affidavits/invoices.
• Performing advanced sorting, prepping, scanning, and quality control tasks in support of document management.
• Communicating with clinics and hospital locations to educate on appropriate process and clarifying questions.
• Serves as operational support for electronic health record implementation of point of care scanning.
• Utilizing multiple on-line resources to complete validation of new and existing providers and facilities in electronic file.
• Making phone calls to validate provider demographics for file entries. Assists patients needing records help.

What you will bring:

• College degree, with emphasis in Medical Terminology, Health Information Management, Project Management, Office Administration, Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook) preferred.
• Minimum of 1 year General office, administrative experience preferred.
• Basic knowledge of general office procedures and equipment preferred.
• Basic knowledge of anatomy and/or human physiology preferred.

Additional Skills:

• Ability to use a complex EMR system.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Ability to round and pick up documents from hospital units and clinics.
• Proficient computer and keyboard including MS Office applications.
• Proficiency in alpha/numeric filing, speed and accuracy necessary.
• Good judgment and decision-making skills.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Multi-task/detail oriented.
• Ability to handle interruptions due to phone calls, emails and questions.
• Use of technology to communicate with peers in different locations.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Able to maintain a high degree of confidentiality.

Working Conditions

• Consistently operates computer and other office equipment.
• Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects.
• Sedentary work.
• Predominantly operates in an office environment.
• Ability to communicate and exchange accurate information.
• The worker is required to have close visual acuity to perform an activity such as: preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; viewing a computer terminal; extensive reading.

This position offers a competitive salary commensurate with experience, along with opportunities for professional growth and development in the healthcare industry. If you are passionate about advancing healthcare through innovative research and have the required skills, we encourage you to apply for this Associate position.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $20.00 - $25.00 per hour

Experience:

• Medical records: 1 year (Preferred)
• EMR systems: 1 year (Preferred)
• Writing skills: 1 year (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• Wasilla, AK 99654 (Required)

Work Location: In person