Health Information Management Coordinator

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Health Information Management Coordinator - Medical Records Health Information Management Coordinator

REPORT TO- Chief Financial Officer

DEPARTMENT- Medical Records

HOURS-Full-time Days

LOCATION- SMDH

Major Roles & Responsibilities

Purpose: Responsible for processing the release of health information requests in a timely and efficient manner ensuring accuracy and compliance with regulations and standards.

Will also be responsible for maintaining and securing all written and electronic medical records within the facility’s medical records department.

• Validates and certifies requests for patient health information ensuring they meet compliance standards and patient authorization.
• Processes requests for release of health information, and verifies the accuracy and appropriateness of scanned documents and health information provided based on the type of request. Ensures all releases of information are in compliance with the request, authorization, policies, and State and Federal/ HIPAA regulations and guidelines.
• Maintains a medical record system which assures complete, accurate and confidential records on all patients in the hospital.
• Maintains medical records in accordance with requirements of SMDH, federal requirements, CMS, and law.
• Performs monthly reporting timely census, medical staff charts, HIDI, and cancer registry.
• HIPAA Officer.
• Scans/files patient information and documentation to the appropriate location of the health information record.
• Performs clerical functions which may include: answering telephone calls, copying, and faxing,
• Respects and maintains confidentiality.
• Other projects and duties as assigned
  
  

Academic, Certifications, & Trade Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Certification in HIPAA-Preferred or must obtain within 24 months of hire.
• Medical Coding Certificate-Preferred
  
  

Work Experience, Skills, And Strengths

• Must have prior experience ROI / Medical Records (Six months to one year of related Release of Information experience)
• Ability to understand and become knowledgeable of release of information standards, policies, procedures, and HIPAA regulations. (Prior HIPAA Experience preferred)
• Ability to read and comprehend healthcare terminology (Medical Terminology class is strongly encouraged)
• Works in a safe, compliant and ethical manner at all times.
• Must have the ability to comprehend and follow instructions.
• Must have high attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to work independently, prioritize, problem-solve, and make decisions with good judgment. Excellent communication, interpersonal, customer service, and organizational skills.
• Intermediate computer skills including proficient keyboarding skills and experience in using Microsoft Office products, electronic mail and/or electronic health information records systems.
  
  

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to bend, stoop, lift at least 40 pounds, and move intermittently throughout the work-day.
• May be required to lift equipment, supplies, etc.
  
  

Working Conditions

• General office environment.
• May be exposed to infectious diseases, frequent exposure to communicable diseases via blood and other body fluids, waste, conditions etc. as well as periodic contact with conditions such as fumes, noise, chemicals, and hazards.
  
  

The Ideal Candidate

• The ideal candidate has friendly and compassionate personality with experience working in Medical Records department, and is able to assist patients and fellow employees with needs in a professional and confidential manner and/or displays the aptitude to perform in this manner.
  
  

Additional Information

Position Type : Full Time

Shift : Day

Contact Information

Salem Memorial District Hospital

35629 Highway 72

Salem, MO 65560

Phone: 573-729-6626

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