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Health Information Management Associate
Professional Summary
Dedicated and detail-oriented Health Information Management Associate with experience in
managing, organizing, and maintaining patient health records while ensuring compliance with
healthcare regulations and privacy standards. Skilled in electronic health record (EHR) systems,
medical documentation review, data accuracy, records management, and release of information
procedures. Committed to supporting quality patient care through accurate and secure health
information management.
Key Responsibilities
- Maintain, update, and organize patient medical records in electronic and paper-based systems.
- Review health records for completeness, accuracy, and compliance with organizational policies and regulatory requirements.
- Scan, index, and upload medical documents into Electronic Health Record (EHR) systems.
- Process requests for medical record retrieval and release while ensuring proper authorization and confidentiality.
- Monitor and resolve documentation deficiencies to ensure complete patient records.
- Perform data quality checks and assist with record audits.
- Ensure compliance with HIPAA and other healthcare privacy regulations.
- Support healthcare providers and administrative staff with health information requests.
- Assist with accreditation reviews, compliance activities, and departmental reporting.
Core Skills
- Health Information Management (HIM)
- Electronic Health Records (EHR)
- Medical Records Administration
- Medical Terminology
- HIPAA Compliance
- Data Entry and Validation
- Document Management
- Records Auditing
- Release of Information (ROI)
- Quality Assurance
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Attention to Detail
- Confidentiality and Data Security
Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent (associate's degree preferred).
- Experience in healthcare administration, medical records, or data management is often preferred.
- Knowledge of medical terminology and healthcare documentation.
- Familiarity with Electronic Health Record (EHR) systems.
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
- Basic computer proficiency, including Microsoft Office applications.
Skills & Competencies
- Knowledge of medical coding, documentation standards, and compliance requirements.
- Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
- Ability to analyze data, identify trends, and implement improvements.
- Detail-oriented and able to manage multiple priorities.
Benefits for our Full Time Team Members:
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance coverage
- Paid time off, including vacation, holidays, and sick leave
- 401K with Matching; offerings vested fully @ 3 months of employment paired with eligibility to contribute
- Short & Long Disability, and Life Term insurance, complementary of Full Time Employment
- Additional Supplementary coverages offered @ employee's elections: Accident, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, AD&D, etc.
Insight is an equal opportunity employer and values workplace diversity!