Health Information Management Assistant

Ascension Health; Glendale (WI); On-site; USD 25,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

403(b) retirement plan

PTO & holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Employee assistance

Parental leave

Adoption assistance

Transportation savings

Job summary

Ascension Health is seeking an onsite Health Information Management professional in Glendale, WI to receive, analyze and file health information for completeness and accuracy. You will audit entry accuracy, facilitate resolution of discrepancies, and process release of information in compliance with regulations.

The role requires a high school diploma or equivalent (or 1 year of related experience) and prefers prior ambulatory HIM experience along with familiarity with Google Workspace.

Qualifications

• High School diploma equivalency or 1 year of applicable job experience is required.
• Required professional licensure/certification can be used in lieu of education or experience, if applicable.
• 40 hours a week | M-F | 8 AM - 4:30 PM CST | No weekends or holidays
• Previous ambulatory Health Information Management experience preferred
• Experience with Google Workspace preferred

Responsibilities

• Receive, analyze, process and file health information for completeness, timeliness and accuracy.
• Audit accuracy of electronic and manual entry, and facilitate resolution of any discrepancies.
• Process requests for release of information according to regulatory requirements.
• Notify physicians and appropriate parties of requests when applicable.
• Perform clerical/technical duties associated coding processes and procedures.

Education

High School diploma equivalency or 1 year of applicable cumulative job specific experience

Tools

Google Workspace

Job description

Your future role at a glance

Location: ONSITE / Glendale, WI

Facility: Glendale Office

Department: Health Information Management

Schedule: Full-time | Day Shift

How you’ll make an impact in this role

• Receive, analyze, process and file health information for completeness, timeliness and accuracy.
• Audit accuracy of electronic and manual entry, and facilitate resolution of any discrepancies.
• Process requests for release of information according to regulatory requirements.
• Notify physicians and appropriate parties of requests when applicable.
• Perform clerical/technical duties associated coding processes and procedures.

What minimum requirements you’ll need

Education:

• High School diploma equivalency OR 1 year of applicable cumulative job specific experience required.
• Note: Required professional licensure/certification can be used in lieu of education or experience, if applicable.
• 40 hours a week | M-F | 8 AM - 4:30 PM CST | No weekends or holidays
• Previous ambulatory Health Information Management experience preferred
• Experience with Google Workspace preferred

Benefits that help you thrive

• Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options
• Financial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance
• Time to recharge: pro-rated paid time off (PTO) and holidays
• Career growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning
• Emotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources
• Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits
• Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more

Life at Ascension: Where purpose meets opportunity

Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 99,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you'll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.

Equal employment opportunity employer

Ascension provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, lactation, breastfeeding, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, all as defined by applicable law, and any other legally protected status or characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12.pdf) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRightsSp6.12.pdf) poster.

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Min Salary: 18.31

Max Salary 24.77