Health Info Svs Associate

Mercy Co; Washington (MO); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Mercy offers an opportunity for a Health Information Associate to ensure medical records are accurately received, processed, and scanned to support patient care and revenue management in the HIM department.

The role emphasizes attention to detail, basic computer skills, and the ability to work with HIM software, with a focus on timely processing and data accuracy. Mercy provides comprehensive benefits and growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Basic computer skills.
• Experience with medical records and medical technology preferred; 1 year in acute care medical records or customer service preferred.

Responsibilities

• Medical records management: ensure records are received, processed, and scanned accurately.
• Information processing: verify patient data and enter missing information.
• Performance monitoring: track quality, productivity, and standard work.
• Resource utilization: use the Document Management System and other resources.
• All other duties as assigned.

Skills

Basic Computer Skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Find your calling at Mercy!

The Health Information Associate ensures that medical records are accurately received, processed, and scanned to support patient care and revenue management, while performing various technical and clerical tasks in the HIM department.

Position Details:

Minimum Qualifications:
Education: High school diploma or equivalent.
Experience: Basic Computer Skills.

Preferred Qualifications:
Experience: Experience with medical records and medical technology is preferred, with a year of experience in an acute care medical records department or customer service being preferred.

Responsibilities:

• Medical Records Management: Ensures medical records (both paper and electronic) are received, processed, and scanned accurately and promptly.
• Information Processing: Processes scanned medical records using HIM software, verifies document and patient information, and enters missing data.
• Performance Monitoring: Monitors performance metrics to ensure quality, productivity, and standard work expectations are met.
• Resource Utilization: Uses all facets of Document Management System (DMS) and other resources.
• All other duties as assigned.

Other Skills, Knowledge, Abilities:

• Self-starting, highly motivated, and organized individual capable of making quick, informed decisions.
• Adaptable to changing needs and dynamics, with the ability to perform repetitive tasks and work on a computer for extended periods.
• Possesses basic skills in analysis, problem-solving, and research, with strong attention to detail.

Why Mercy?

From day one, Mercy offers outstanding benefits - including medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, tuition support, and matched retirement plans for team members working 32+ hours per pay period.

Join a caring, collaborative team where your voice matters. At Mercy, you'll help shape the future of healthcare through innovation, technology, and compassion. As we grow, you'll grow with us.