What are the responsibilities and job description for the Data Abstractor position at UP Health System - Marquette?
Your experience matters
At UP Health System - Marquette, we are committed to empowering and supporting a diverse and determined workforce who can drive quality, scalability, and significant impact across our hospitals and communities. In your role, you'll support those that are in our facilities who are interfacing and providing care to our patients and community members. We believe that our collective efforts will shape a healthier future for the communities we serve.
What we offer
Fundamental to providing great care is supporting and rewarding our team. In addition to your base compensation, this position also offers:
- Health (Medical, Dental, Vision) and 401K Benefits for full-time employees
- Competitive Paid Time Off
- Employee Assistance Program - mental, physical, and financial wellness assistance
- Tuition Reimbursement/Assistance for qualified applicants
- And much more...
About Us
People are our passion and purpose. Come work where you are appreciated for who you are not just what you can do. UPHS - Marquette is a 222 bed hospital in Marquette, MI and houses the region's only Level II Trauma Center and Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU). We also provide outreach with programs like annual health and safety fairs, health screenings for the entire family and more to keep our community healthy!
In Marquette our fascinating history, rural landscape, abundant recreational opportunities, and welcoming people make the Upper Peninsula someplace special. From a thriving culinary scene to charming shops to historic lighthouses and museums, there is something for everyone in this beautiful lakeside gem.
How you'll contribute
The Data Abstractor performs data collection, verification and transmission on patient abstracts.
Qualifications and requirements
High school diploma or equivalent
Graduated from LPN program (Preferred)
Associate's degree (Preferred)
- Years of relevant experience may be substituted for required education.
Required Skills
Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.
Licenses:
LPN in State of Michigan (Preferred)
Certifications:
Basic Life Support Health Care Provider (BLS-HCP)
Minimum Work Experience
2 years related experience (Preferred)
Essential functions:
Retrieves charts from Health Information Management Department using the established records department procedures.
Coordinates all aspects of the patient survey to include distribution, data entry, report generation and submission.
Accurately transmits data and generates reports/graphs in accordance with the procedures in a timely manner.
Maintains strict confidentiality of patient, employee and department data.
EEOC Statement:
UP Health System - Marquette is committed to providing Equal Employment Opportunities for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination against any employee or applicant for employment because of color, race, sex, age, religion, national origin, disability, genetic information, gender identity, sexual orientation, veterans' status or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.