Position Summary

The Health Information Management Analyst is responsible for carrying out the activities of the Health Information Services Department in the maintenance of all patient medical records information, ensuring compliance with all state and federal laws, rules/regulations of licensing agencies and within the Joint Commission standards for the quality of patient care.

PRIMAR Y RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Consult with management to ensure that all patient records are maintained within standards established by licensing agencies.
2. Maintain confidentiality of medical records, ensuring the release of files and/or records to only appropriate and authorized authorities.
3. Inform all facility staff of confidentiality policies pertaining to medical records, and remain
   current on all laws and regulations regarding confidentiality of patient/medical information.
4. Ensure effective organization and completion of assignments.
5. Monitor the accuracy and appropriate maintenance of medical records on every patient, insuring compliance with rules and regulations of state agencies, Joint Commission on Accreditation of Health Organizations, and Medical Staff Bylaws.
6. Respond to inter-departmental and external inquiries and questions.
7. Follow through with the preparation and/or revisions to medical record, forms, ensuring compliance with all requirements of The Joint Commission, applicable state and federal laws, Bylaws and Rules/Regulations.
8. Prepare as requested statistical reports for Director of Health Information Management.
9. Assist in the abstraction and analysis of data from the medical record for medical care evaluation studies, patterns of patient care and Performance Improvement.
10. Monitor the quality of the transcription services offered by the department, to ensure accuracy and timeliness.
11. Assure continuous professional development of self and staff, by attending professional meetings, seminars, and training.

Qualifications

Education: High school diploma or GED and equivalent combination of education and experience.

Experience: Previous experience in information management and direct experience in a health care psychiatric facility preferred.

Licensure: No licensure necessary.

Hoosier Behavioral Hospital offers competitive rates and benefits; time off, medical, dental, vision, short term disability, long term disability, life insurance, and matching 401k.

Equal Opportunity Employer