Health Information Services Tech III

CommonSpirit Health; Lakewood (CO); On-site; USD 60,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

CommonSpirit Health in Lakewood, CO is hiring a Health Information Services Technician III to handle HIM clerical tasks and manage rejected orders, suspensions, and duplicate/unlinked MRNs in the EMR. You may also assist with release of information and ensure data integrity in the EMR system.

The role requires advanced HIM clerical skills, meticulous attention to EMR issues, and the ability to work independently to maintain accurate patient information in a fast-paced hospital setting.

Qualifications

• Two years HIM or related experience or HIM program completed.
• Proficient in medical terminology.
• RHIT/RHIA preferred; associate degree in healthcare field preferred.

Responsibilities

• Process and resolve complex EMR issues to ensure data integrity.
• Oversee suspension cycle and manage released/declined orders.
• Monitor rejected orders, suspensions, and duplicate/unlinked MRN.
• Perform advanced HIM clerical tasks and QA checks.

Skills

HIM clerical experience

Medical terminology

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate degree in healthcare related field

RHIT or RHIA (preferred)

HIM accredited program completion

Tools

EMR systems

Job description

Job Summary and Responsibilities

As our Health Information Services Tech III, you will perform all HIM clerical job functions, and manage rejected orders, suspensions, and duplicate/unlinked medical record numbers in the EMR, potentially assisting with release of information.

Every day you will process and resolve complex issues related to medical records, ensuring accuracy and integrity within the electronic medical record system, and may assist with critical release of information requests.

To be successful in this role, you will possess advanced clerical and technical skills in HIM, meticulous attention to detail in resolving complex EMR issues, a strong understanding of record integrity, and the ability to work independently to maintain accurate patient information.

• Able to perform all advance level function, duties, and tasks in the Health Information Management Department.
• Demonstrates proficiency of the designated computer systems and the electronic medical record.
• Oversee and manage the suspension cycle.
• Processes done and declined orders.
• Monitors the transcription QA hold queue.
• Meets qualitative and quantitative standards.

Job Requirements

Required

• High School Diploma or GED
• Two (2) years of HIM or related experience working in an electronic health record OR completion of an HIM accredited program
• Proficient in medical terminology

Preferred

• Associate Degree in healthcare related field
• Registered Health Information Tech (RHIT or RHIA)

Where You'll Work

Located in Lakewood, Colorado, St. Anthony Hospital is a Level I Trauma Center where we provide a full range of medical specialties and health care services to Denver and the surrounding region through our state‑of-the‑art medical campus and home base for Flight For Life Colorado. With four trauma rooms including the T-10 room, a dedicated field-to-surgery suite ready 24/7 for trauma surgeons and specially trained teams, our staff can provide life‑saving care to the most severely ill and injured patients. In 2023, we received our exciting Magnet designation! We are so proud of our staff for this achievement, which is awarded to only 10 percent of hospitals around the world. Numerous other awards, certifications, and accreditations have been granted to us from the American Heart Association; Chest Pain Center (CPC); American College of Cardiology; The Joint Commission's National Quality Approval; the Emergency Nurses Association Lantern Award; NAPBC Accreditation; American College of Radiology and many others. At St. Anthony Hospital. We combine a heritage of expert care with the latest in technology and innovation.