Health Information Tech IV- Full Time Variable

Capefearvalley; Fayetteville (NC); On-site; USD 34,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Cape Fear Valley Health System in Fayetteville, NC is seeking an Health Information Tech IV to manage birth and death certificate processes, coordinate with Medical Examiner, funeral homes, and public health offices.

The role includes data entry for birth certificates, notarization, and guiding families through the paperwork, while maintaining privacy and accuracy. RHIT/RHIA preferred; notary appointment within 30 days of probation.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Health Information Management or related program.
• RHIT or RHIA certification preferred.
• Notary public appointment within 30 days of probationary period.
• Two years’ acute care HIM or vital statistics experience preferred.
• Two years’ customer service or public interaction experience.
• Proficiency in English and typing 50 WPM.
• Strong organizational and telephone etiquette.

Responsibilities

• Prepares birth certificates by retrieving delivery sheets and recording infant names.
• Uploads birth information to the State Vital Records Office on a regular basis.
• Prepares paperwork for deaths including in-hospital and medical examiner cases.
• Assists families with information about releasing the deceased to funeral homes.
• Coordinates release of bodies with funeral directors and staff.
• Provides notary services for patients and families as part of birth certificate process.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Notary

Organizational skills

Telephone etiquette

Typing 50 wpm

Education

Associate degree in Health Information Management

RHIT or RHIA preferred

Notary public appointment within 30 days

Job description

## Health Information Tech IV- Full Time VariableApplylocations: CFVtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: 39490**Facility**Cape Fear Valley Medical Center**Location**Fayetteville, North Carolina**Department**Vital Statistics & Morgue Operations**Job Family**Clerical**Work Shift**Variable (United States of America)**Summary**This position obtains and processes the necessary information for the health system’s vital statistics requirements specific to birth certificates and death certificates. Information is obtained and processed for: the completion of birth certificates as required by the State of North Carolina, for the completion of death certificates and death related paperwork, and for coordinating and supporting functions with the Medical Examiner, with funeral home representatives and with the vital statistics division of the county and state public health departments. This position serves as the liaison between the Health System, funeral home establishments, the County and State Public Health Departments and other areas as needed# **Major Job Functions**The following is a summary of the major essential functions of this job. The incumbent may perform other duties, both major and minor, that are not mentioned below. In addition, specific functions may change from time to time:* Prepares birth certificates by retrieving Birth Delivery Notification sheets, reports from Labor/Delivery, recording infants' names in birth log, interviewing mothers to obtain information, inputs the birth certificate information, obtains signatures as required* Uploads birth information to the State Vital Records Office, Raleigh, NC on a regular basis.* Obtains information and prepares paperwork for deaths to include in-hospital deaths, stillbirths, medical examiner related cases, deaths occurring in the Emergency Department and DOAs.* Supports the Medical Examiner by preparing the Medical Examiner’s death certificate and other essential paperwork* Assists bereaved families with information about releasing the deceased to a funeral home and by explaining paperwork to the families* Coordinates release of bodies with funeral directors and Health System staff* Reports and investigates problems, initiates appropriate corrective action, and advises the direct supervisor, department director or other available member of the HIM Management Team of any emergencies or matters which warrant further attention* Provides notary services for patients and their families as part of the birth certificate process* Practices Erickson's developmental model and demonstrates age specific interventions* Is knowledgeable of and sensitive to the psychosocial, spiritual and cultural needs of individuals* Demonstrates workload management* Other duties as assigned# **Minimum Qualifications**The following qualifications, or equivalents, are the minimum requirements necessary to perform the essential functions of this job:## **Education and Formal Training**:* Associate degree in Health Information Management or related program, or equivalent in work experience, education, or training* RHIT, RHIA preferred* Must obtain a notary public appointment within 30 days of completion of probationary period## **Work Experience**:* Two years’ acute care HIM or vital statistics experience preferred* Minimum of two years’ experience in customer service or working with the public* Public/guest relations experience desirable## **Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required**:* Proficiency in reading, writing, and speaking the English language* Ability to use word processing programs including Microsoft Windows* Type accurately 50 words per minute* Good organizational skills* Good telephone etiquette* Ability to work with a variety of people in difficult situations## **Physical Requirements**:* Ability to speak and hear clearly* Visual acuity and motor coordination and manual dexterity* Must be able to walk to various departments of the Health System**Required Licenses and Certifications**RHIT - American Health Information Management AssociationCape Fear Valley Health System is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/Disability/Veteran/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity