HIM Tech, Health Information Management (Full time: Days)

Position Summary:
The HIM Release of Information Specialist under the direction of the Manager of Release of Information will be responsible for coordinating the release of protected health information (PHI) for all RRH Hospitals and it’s Affiliates from multiple storage media, including electronic records, paper records, and legacy systems. The HIM Release of Information Specialist will be responsible for reviewing requests and authorizations to release PHI to ensure completion and accuracy as well as compliance with State and Federal guidelines prior to release. Collaborates with internal and external parties in person, verbally and in writing to meet/exceed customer needs and/or organizational requirements/goals.

JOB TITLE: HIM Tech, Health Information Management (Full time, Days)

DEPARTMENT: Health Information Management

LOCATION: Riedman Campus: 100 Kings Highway South Rochester, NY 14617

HOURS PER WEEK :40

SCHEDULE: 730a to 4p or 745a to 415p

Key Responsibilities:
• Analyzes an authorization for medical information/PHI to evaluate for HIPAA compliance prior to processing.
• Receives and processes requests for patient health information in accordance with company, state, and federal guidelines.
• Uses extensive knowledge of hospital policy and procedures, and Federal and State laws and regulations to advise and direct other departments such as Risk Management, Ambulatory offices, Compliance, Billing etc. on the process of requests for PHI.
• Uses clear language to help internal and external customers understand the specific laws and/or regulations or policies and procedures that pertain to the release of PHI.
• Analyzes and validates all Subpoenas and hospital attorney requests received for HIPAA compliance. Researches and validates to ensure all records requested are present and ensure records are prepared for certification.
• Works with ROI vendor in tracking and processing releases assigned to the vendor and with other RRH stakeholders.
• Participates in cross coverage support of other function based areas as needed and at the discretion of the manager.


Desired Attributes:
• Self-motivated and able to adapt to shifting priorities in support of clinical and business operations.
• Excellent verbal, written and active listening communication skills are required.
• Excellent critical thinking skills, systems thinking, and problem-solving skills are necessary.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Proficiency in one or more of the following computer systems: Epic electronic medical record system, Cerner, Meditech, or other third party electronic medical record system.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office - Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams and PowerPoint.
• Experience with Document Management systems preferred
• Bilingual in Spanish strongly preferred.
• Experience in customer service.
• High school Diploma, required. Associates Degree in Health Information Management or any other health related field, preferred.
- Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT) Preferred.


Minimum Qualifications:
• (5 ) years of experience in Health Information Management or other Healthcare setting.


Required Licensure/Certification:
NA

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: S - Sedentary Work - Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time, but may involve walking or standing for brief periods of time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally and all other sedentary criteria are met.

PAY RANGE: $18.00 - $20.25

Salary : $18 - $20