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Health Information Management (HIM) Specialist II
101 Truman Medical Center
Job Location
UH Lakewood Medical Center, University Health Truman Medical Center
Kansas City, Missouri
Department
Release of Information UHTMC
Position Type
Full time
Work Schedule
8:00AM - 4:30PM
Hours Per Week
40
Job Description
Under the direction of the Supervisor, the Health Information Management (HIM) Specialist I will maintain a comprehensive and secure medical record for continuous patient care, research, statistical and billing purposes. Must at all times safeguard and protect the patient’s rights to privacy, ensure HIPAA statues, compliance with Joint Commission, CMS, hospital bylaw and policies and other regulatory agency requirements. Communicating regularly with all parties involved in continuity of patient care, to support operational effectiveness, provide quality improvement analysts, patient safety and quality health information management expertise. This position engages in direct customer service and must perform duties and conduct interpersonal relationships in a manner designed to project a positive image of the department and the Medical Center. Works with HIM Specialist II, III, IV, supervisor, manager, and other members of the department to promote a harmonious work environment.
Minimum Requirements
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Health Information Management (HIM) Specialist II
101 Truman Medical Center
Job Location
UH Lakewood Medical Center, University Health Truman Medical Center
Kansas City, Missouri
Department
Release of Information UHTMC
Position Type
Full time
Work Schedule
8:00AM - 4:30PM
Hours Per Week
40
Job Description
Under the direction of the Supervisor, the Health Information Management (HIM) Specialist I will maintain a comprehensive and secure medical record for continuous patient care, research, statistical and billing purposes. Must at all times safeguard and protect the patient’s rights to privacy, ensure HIPAA statues, compliance with Joint Commission, CMS, hospital bylaw and policies and other regulatory agency requirements. Communicating regularly with all parties involved in continuity of patient care, to support operational effectiveness, provide quality improvement analysts, patient safety and quality health information management expertise. This position engages in direct customer service and must perform duties and conduct interpersonal relationships in a manner designed to project a positive image of the department and the Medical Center. Works with HIM Specialist II, III, IV, supervisor, manager, and other members of the department to promote a harmonious work environment.
Minimum Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Strong customer service and communication skills (oral, non-verbal, and written)
- Must be able to multi-task and be detail oriented
- Ability to comprehend and apply federal/state regulations
- Possess problem solving and critical thinking skills
- Data entry skills necessary: competent use of email, fax machines, scanners, copiers, Microsoft Outlook, Word, and PDF application skills
- Knowledge of Cerner/Oracle EMR
- Completion of college level Medical Terminology course or equivalent
- Ability to speak, read, and write in a second language
- RHIT/RHIA or AHIMA Micro-credentials