Health Information Technician - Data & Records Specialist

Great River Health Systems; West Burlington (IA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base pay

Health, Dental and Vision plans

Paid time off (PTO)

Education Assistance Program

Long-Term Disability, Life, and AD&D

Employee discounts

Job summary

Great River Health Systems is seeking a Health Information Technician to compile, audit, and securely manage patient records. You will ensure completeness, accuracy, and confidentiality while releasing information per regulations.

The role involves data entry, indexing, reporting, and supporting hospital staff with health data needs. Experience in healthcare records and familiarity with AHIMA/RHIT guidelines is preferred.

Qualifications

• H.S. Diploma or GED required.
• HIM degree from an accredited college preferred.
• 1–3 years PC experience required.
• 1–3 years Microsoft Office experience preferred.
• 1–3 years healthcare experience preferred.
• RHIT or CMA certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Compile, process, maintain, and release patient health information per requirements.
• Process and report patient information for health data standards.
• Audit and maintain patients' protected health information for accuracy.
• Protect confidentiality of medical records.
• Release information per gov't regulation and policies.
• Receive and screen telephone calls.
• Perform data entry and retrieval for medical records.
• Plan and operate health record indexes and storage systems.
• Prepare statistical and narrative reports for staff or researchers.
• Suggest improvements to health information management processes.

Skills

Healthcare experience

PC experience

Microsoft Office experience

Education

H.S. Diploma or GED

HIM degree (preferred)

RHIT certification (preferred)

CMA certification (preferred)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Great River Health Systems is seeking a Health Information Technician to compile, audit, and securely manage patient records. You will ensure completeness, accuracy, and confidentiality while releasing information per regulations.

The role involves data entry, indexing, reporting, and supporting hospital staff with health data needs. Experience in healthcare records and familiarity with AHIMA/RHIT guidelines is preferred.