Position Summary
The HIM Specialist is responsible for processing requests for medical records and itemized bill copies in a timely and efficient manner consistent with the hospital’s mission, Vision, and ICARE values. The HIM Specialist safeguards and protects the patient's right to privacy by validating written authorizations ensuring that only authorized individuals obtain medical records and other protected health information (PHI) with proper authorization, as outline by Health Information Management Department policies, HIPAA, Federal and State Statutes.
Essential Functions and Responsibilities
Must be able to demonstrate compassion and understanding to patient situations and be able to communicate effectively with patients and their families
Must be able to prioritize workload and job assignments efficiently and in a timely manner
Responsible for compiling, processing, maintaining and releasing records of patients in a manner consistent with medical and regulatory requirements.
Review of records for accuracy and completeness before release
Performs release of information requests
Protects the security of medical records to ensure that confidentiality is maintained
Maintain daily workflow, ensuring that queues are managed, records are scanned in a timely manner and assist in any area there is a backlog
Must be comfortable identifying important patient information to update the patient record
Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills; ability to be flexible and adapt to changing priorities
Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively in a team environment
Must have knowledge of HIPAA to protect patient medical records and health information
Dedicated to working with people of various educational and socioeconomic backgrounds
All other duties assigned
Education/Experience
High School Diploma equivalent required
Healthcare experience preferred
Knowledge of medical terminology preferred
Cerner experience preferred
Proficient in Microsoft Office
Strong Communication skills required, both orally and in writing
Note
This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) in this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments. All duties and responsibilities are essential functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. To perform this job successfully, the incumbents will possess the skills, aptitudes, and abilities to perform each duty proficiently. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health or safety of themselves or others. The requirements listed in this document are the minimum levels of knowledge, skills, or abilities. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an “at will” relationship.
Carroll County Memorial Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer, drug free workplace, and complies with ADA regulations as applicable.
