Entry-Level Health Information Specialist: EHR & Records

Community Care Alliance; Woonsocket (RI); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous vacation, sick time, and…hol…

Comprehensive medical/dental coverage

403b with matching after 6 months

Flexible Spending (FSA) and Dependent…

Agency-paid group life insurance; long

Tuition reimbursement and licensure/c…

Employee referral program; bilingual p

On-site parking; mileage reimbursement

Job summary

Community Care Alliance in Woonsocket, RI seeks an entry-level Health Information Specialist to support health information activities, maintain records, and assist in processing requests while ensuring HIPAA compliance.

Responsibilities include compiling and entering data into the EHR, retrieving records for authorized requests, and keeping records organized and confidential; strong Outlook and Microsoft Office skills are required.

Qualifications

• Requires high school diploma or equivalency, with two years of office/customer service experience preferred.
• Proficiency in Outlook 365 (sending/receiving emails/attachments, importing/exporting address books/cards, cutting/pasting website elements into Microsoft Office documents), and record keeping.
• Ability to communicate clearly and professionally with callers, visitors, and coworkers. Proficient typist (45 wpm or greater with at least 95% accuracy).
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office 2011 (Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint)and Outlook.
• Ability to participate as a member of a team.
• Ability to work independently and effectively to solve problems, seeking supervision as needed.
• Knowledge of modern office procedures and methods including telephone communications, office systems in Microsoft Office, and record keeping.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Compile, process, and maintain client records for completeness and accuracy.
• Enter client data into electronic health record (EHR) systems.
• Retrieve and transmit records for authorized requests, such as from insurance companies or other providers.
• Ensure client records are organized and kept confidential in accordance with regulations and HIPAA.

Skills

Office experience

Customer service

Communication

Typing 45 wpm

Team player

Confidentiality

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Two years office/customer service experience preferred

Tools

Outlook 365

Microsoft Office 2011

EHR systems

Job description

Community Care Alliance in Woonsocket, RI seeks an entry-level Health Information Specialist to support health information activities, maintain records, and assist in processing requests while ensuring HIPAA compliance.

Responsibilities include compiling and entering data into the EHR, retrieving records for authorized requests, and keeping records organized and confidential; strong Outlook and Microsoft Office skills are required.