Health Information Management Representative

City of Hope; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Hope is seeking a Health Information Management Representative to support access, integrity, and accuracy of medical records. The role emphasizes Release of Information, scanning and outside imaging tasks, and detailed record analysis.

Qualified candidates will have 2–3 years in medical records, familiarity with HIPAA/TJC standards, and strong organization and communication skills to collaborate across departments and physicians.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Health Information Management preferred with relevant credentials.
• Experience with HIPAA, TJC standards and health information laws.
• Proficiency with EMR systems and medical record processes.

Responsibilities

• Handle Release of Information duties in accordance with policy.
• Process scanning and outside imaging tasks for medical records.
• Analyze medical records for accuracy, completeness and timeliness.

Skills

Interdepartmental collaboration

HIPAA compliance

Medical record analysis

EMR proficiency

Education

Associate degree in Health Information Management

AHIMA membership

Tools

MS Office

OnBase

SCM

Job description

Health Information Management Representative

About City of Hope, City of Hope's mission is to make hope a reality for all touched by cancer and diabetes. Founded in 1913, City of Hope has grown into one of the largest and most advanced cancer research and treatment organizations in the U.S., and one of the leading research centers for diabetes and other life-threatening illnesses. City of Hope research has been the basis for numerous breakthrough cancer medicines, as well as human synthetic insulin and monoclonal antibodies. With an independent, National Cancer Institute-designated comprehensive cancer center that is ranked top 5 in the nation for cancer care by U.S. News & World Report at its core, City of Hope’s uniquely integrated model spans cancer care, research and development, academics and training, and a broad philanthropy program that powers its work. City of Hope’s growing national system includes its Los Angeles campus, a network of clinical care locations across Southern California, a new cancer center in Orange County, California, and cancer treatment centers and outpatient facilities in the Atlanta, Chicago and Phoenix areas.

The successful candidate:

***Shift: M-F 8:00AM-4:30PM***

Contributes to the daily operations of Health Information Management to assure accessibility, accountability, and accuracy with responsibilities including Release of Information, Scanning/Outside Imaging, and Analysis of the medical record. Requires 2-3 years of professional experience with medical records and familiarity in working with diverse facets of Health Information Management. Familiar with federal and state laws and regulations concerning medical records, including HIPAA and TJC standards. Ability to work effectively with other departments, physicians, and all ancillary staff. Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and critical thinking skills to maintain the integrity of our medical record.

Job Qualifications:

Education: Associate degree in Health Information Management with successful completion of the Accreditation Exam preferred

Active membership in AHIMA or equivalent with experience in Health Information Management preferred

Experience: Minimum of 2-3 years experience in a medical record department with familiarity in working with diverse facets of medical record activities.

Familiar with federal and state laws and regulations concerning medical records, including HIPAA and TJC standards. Ability to work effectively with other departments, physicians and all ancillary staff.

Skills:

• Ability to work effectively with other departments, administration, physicians and all ancillary staff
• Familiar with federal and state laws and regulations concerning medical records and TJC standards
• Ability to identify various medical record document types and analyze medical reports for accuracy, completeness, legibility, timeliness, authentication, date, time restrictions and conte
• Ability to utilize computer systems— MS Office with emphasis on Excel, OnBase, Sunrise Clinical Manager (SCM) or similar EMR

City of Hope is an equal opportunity employer.

City of Hope employees pay is based on the following criteria: work experience, qualifications, and work location.