HIM Medical Records Scanner & Indexing Specialist

Saint Peters Healthcare System; New Brunswick (NJ); On-site; USD 25,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) match

Tuition assistance

Free onsite parking

Job summary

Saint Peter's Health System is seeking a HIM Scanner to support Health Information Management. The role involves daily communication with file clerks to retrieve and reconcile medical records, working with coders and unit staff, and ensuring accurate scanning and indexing of records across departments.

The position requires some college and HIM experience, with emphasis on accuracy, attention to detail, and the ability to adapt to changes.

Qualifications

• Some college and HIM experience preferred.
• Computer knowledge essential, preferably in a healthcare environment.
• Must possess strong analytical and concentration skills, be detail oriented, and have the ability to accept and adjust to change.
• Must demonstrate a willingness to learn, to accept constructive feedback and to strive for excellence.
• Strong interpersonal skills necessary to relate to peers, visitors, physicians and hospital personnel in a professional manner.

Responsibilities

• Be responsible for daily communication with file clerks for retrieval and reconciliation of medical records using discharged reports.
• Work directly with coders and unit staff for needed medical records.
• Monitor integrity of Master Patient Index and report any account duplications and issues with scanned images.
• Be responsible for scanning and indexing of medical records timely and accurately, including loose sheets and outpatient department records, and report any delays or issues in workflow.
• Be responsible for quality monitoring on all scanned images and prepare reports and statistics to management, as needed.
• Assist staff and other departments in navigating the electronic medical record.
• Work with departments on non-interfaced 'loose' documents and keeping the integrity of the medical record.
• Work with Correspondence and Analyzers on scanning issues.
• Report all new forms being used to management so they can be approved and formatted.
• Be responsible for medical record storage areas, tracking, and communication with storage facility.

Skills

Analytical skills

Detail oriented

Strong interpersonal skills

Willingness to learn

Education

Some college

Tools

Healthcare IT systems

Job description

Saint Peter's Health System is seeking a HIM Scanner to support Health Information Management. The role involves daily communication with file clerks to retrieve and reconcile medical records, working with coders and unit staff, and ensuring accurate scanning and indexing of records across departments.

The position requires some college and HIM experience, with emphasis on accuracy, attention to detail, and the ability to adapt to changes.