Health Information Release Technician (ROI)

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs; Town of Canton (NY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs in Canton, MI is seeking a Medical Records Technician (ROI) to disclose health information in accordance with all laws and regulations governing authorization and disclosure of health information.

Applicants pending completion of educational or certification requirements may be referred and tentatively selected, but may not be hired until all requirements are met and the full qualifications are satisfied at the time of appointment.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of medical terminology, health information concepts, and privacy requirements.
• Ability to use health information technology and office software in MRT (ROI) roles.
• Familiarity with health record documentation guidelines and release of information processes.

Responsibilities

• Disclose health information in accordance with privacy laws and regulations.
• Process release of information requests accurately and timely.
• Assist customers and coordinate release of information tasks within deadlines.

Skills

Health IT systems proficiency

Health record guidelines

Privacy/HIPAA knowledge

Prioritization & coordination

Communication across diverse groups

Education

Associate degree in Health Information Technology/Health Information Management

Bachelor's in HIM with 24 semester hours

Tools

Release of Information systems

Job description

The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs in Canton, MI is seeking a Medical Records Technician (ROI) to disclose health information in accordance with all laws and regulations governing authorization and disclosure of health information.

Applicants pending completion of educational or certification requirements may be referred and tentatively selected, but may not be hired until all requirements are met and the full qualifications are satisfied at the time of appointment.