Health Information Specialist — Medical Records & Scanning

MHM Support Services; Washington; On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Mercy in Washington seeks a Health Information Associate to ensure medical records are accurately received, processed, and scanned to support patient care and revenue management. This role involves data entry, quality checks, and maintaining documentation within the HIM system.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma, basic computer skills, and a detail-oriented mindset. Experience with medical records is preferred, with opportunities to grow in a collaborative healthcare team.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Basic computer skills.
• Experience with medical records and medical technology is 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.

Skills

Basic computer skills

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

HIM software

Job description

Mercy in Washington seeks a Health Information Associate to ensure medical records are accurately received, processed, and scanned to support patient care and revenue management. This role involves data entry, quality checks, and maintaining documentation within the HIM system.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma, basic computer skills, and a detail-oriented mindset. Experience with medical records is preferred, with opportunities to grow in a collaborative healthcare team.