What are the responsibilities and job description for the Release of Information Specialist position at Wayne Memorial Hospital Honesdale, Pa?
Job Description
Full-time
To provide coverage for release of health information functions, including processing written and verbal requests for health information. Duties include: Opening mail, verification of proper authorization, using EHR system/ microfilm /archival systems to locate electronic health information, reproducing/copying health information, entering all requests into Release of Information (ROI) tracking software and Vendor ROI Tracking system, faxing/mailing/emailing records to requestors, answering telephone calls related to the ROI function and various other office associated duties.
Job Requirements
Full-time
To provide coverage for release of health information functions, including processing written and verbal requests for health information. Duties include: Opening mail, verification of proper authorization, using EHR system/ microfilm /archival systems to locate electronic health information, reproducing/copying health information, entering all requests into Release of Information (ROI) tracking software and Vendor ROI Tracking system, faxing/mailing/emailing records to requestors, answering telephone calls related to the ROI function and various other office associated duties.
Job Requirements
- Prior work experience in a medical records department or medical office – minimum of 1 year relevant experience
- EMR experience, Meditech preferred.
- Microsoft Word, Excel required.
- Must be able to use fax, copier, scanners, microfilm/microfiche machines and email.
- Prior medical terminology experience is a plus
- Working knowledge of HIPAA and privacy regulations