What are the responsibilities and job description for the Health Information Access Specialist position at UW Health?
Job Description
Work Schedule:
100% FTE. Scheduled shifts are 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM, Monday – Friday. Hours may vary based on the operational needs of the department. This is a remote position.
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We are seeking a Health Information Access Specialist to:
UW Health is committed to fostering a workplace that creates belonging for everyone and is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. Our respect for people shines through patient care interactions and our daily work practices as we work to embrace the knowledge, unique perspectives and qualities each employee and faculty member brings to work each day. It is the policy of UW Health to provide equal opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.
Job Description
Work Schedule:
100% FTE. Scheduled shifts are 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM, Monday – Friday. Hours may vary based on the operational needs of the department. This is a remote position.
Be part of something remarkable
Join the #1 hospital in Wisconsin!
We are seeking a Health Information Access Specialist to:
- Work closely with UW Health Specialty Clinics to identify pertinent patient information to assist in the scheduling, ambulatory access, and pre-visit planning processes
- Collaborate to optimize workflows around record gathering and abstraction, streamlining the prior authorization process, and optimizing use of electronic medical records
- Utilize electronic medical record (EMR) functionalities and Access Database to coordinate record retrieval from external providers
- An excellent benefits package, including health and dental insurance, paid time off, retirement plans, two-week paid parental leave and adoption assistance.
- Options for a variety of schedules and shifts that offer flexibility and allow for work-life balance
- Access to great resources through the UW Health Employee Wellbeing Department that supports your emotional, financial, and physical well-being.
- Acuity based staffing ratios for optimal safety
- A strong shared governance structure which assures every nurse has a voice.
- A place where nursing excellence is recognized and celebrated in our inpatient and outpatient settings through several award programs
- Tuition benefits eligibility - UW Health invests in your professional growth as a nurse by helping pay for coursework associated with career advancement
- The opportunity to earn a referral bonus for referring friends, former colleagues or others to apply for open, posted positions
- No minimum education Required
- Associate's Degree in HIM, HIT, or other relevant discipline Preferred
- One (1) to Three (3) years prior experience performing release of information activities, patient access and/or scheduling and registration or direct patient care experience (Electronic setting preferred). Bachelor’s degree in Health Information Management, or other related discipline may be substituted for years of experience Required
- Experience with EMR (EPIC, Care Everywhere – preferred) Required
- RHIT Preferred
- RHIA Preferred
- CAHIMS Preferred
- CPHIMS Preferred
- CRIS Preferred
- CNA Preferred
- EPIC Certification Preferred
UW Health is committed to fostering a workplace that creates belonging for everyone and is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. Our respect for people shines through patient care interactions and our daily work practices as we work to embrace the knowledge, unique perspectives and qualities each employee and faculty member brings to work each day. It is the policy of UW Health to provide equal opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.
Job Description