Health Information Specialist - Precise Medical Records

AVD Workforce Connect; South Bend (IN); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and benefits package

Paid time off

Continuing education opportunities

Supportive work environment

Job summary

A healthcare organization is seeking a detail-oriented Medical Records and Health Information Technician in South Bend, IN. This full-time position involves managing patient health records, ensuring their accuracy and compliance with industry standards. Candidates should have an Associate's degree in Health Information Technology or related field and 1-2 years of experience in medical records management. Competitive salary and benefits including health insurance and paid time off are offered.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of experience in medical records management, coding, or health information systems.
• Experience with EHR systems is a plus.
• Basic knowledge of HIPAA regulations.

Responsibilities

• Organize and manage patients' health records in digital and physical formats.
• Ensure the accuracy and security of medical data, adhering to HIPAA.
• Process requests for medical records while maintaining data privacy standards.
• Use EHR systems to update and maintain patient information.
• Code and classify patient information for insurance reimbursement.
• Assist with audits and quality assurance checks.

Skills

Proficiency in medical terminology

Strong attention to detail

Effective communication skills

Education

Associate's degree in Health Information Technology

Certification as a Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT)

Tools

EHR systems (e.g., Epic, Cerner)

Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook)

Job description

A healthcare organization is seeking a detail-oriented Medical Records and Health Information Technician in South Bend, IN. This full-time position involves managing patient health records, ensuring their accuracy and compliance with industry standards. Candidates should have an Associate's degree in Health Information Technology or related field and 1-2 years of experience in medical records management. Competitive salary and benefits including health insurance and paid time off are offered.