HIM Specialist I - Per Diem - Days - Health Information Management - Operations

El Camino Health; Mountain View (CA); On-site; USD 38,000 - 57,000; Full time

Job summary

El Camino Health in Mountain View, CA seeks an HIM Specialist I to support daily validation and reconciliation of patient documentation, chart preparation and scanning for the facility’s legal medical record.

Responsibilities include chart assembly and validation, ER chart analysis, scanning with QA, accurate indexing, processing care planning documentation and releasing information requests, with emphasis on accuracy, privacy, and timely workflows.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Basic computer skills including Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel).
• Experience in health information management or healthcare setting preferred.
• Ability to work independently and in a team within a fast-paced environment.
• Knowledge of medical terminology preferred.

Responsibilities

• Validate and reconcile patient documentation for the medical record.
• Chart assembly and validation; analyze loose sheets.
• ER chart analysis and QA of scanned images.
• Index patient information accurately and timely.
• Process requests for care planning documentation and release of information.
• Validate insurance/payor requests for release of information; create/scan requests.
• Assist patients in the lobby with record requests.
• Prepare records for off-site storage and maintain chart tracking.

Skills

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Team player

Multi-tasking

Basic computer skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

El Camino Health is committed to hiring, retaining and growing the best and brightest professionals who will carry our mission and vision forward. We are proud of our reputation in the community: One built on compassion, innovation, collaboration and delivering high-quality care. Come join the team that makes this happen.

FTE 0 Scheduled Bi-Weekly Hours 0 Work Shift Day: 8 hours

Job Description

The HIM Specialist I is responsible for the daily validation and reconciliation of patient documentation, chart preparation and scanning for the facility’s legal medical record.

Job Responsibilities

• Chart assembly/validation with loose sheet analysis via the One Content system with follow up of missing documentation
• Emergency Room chart analysis
• Facility and clinic scanning with QA of scanned images, documentation of findings and corrective action
• Timely and accurate indexing of patient information
• Processing myCare activation requests
• Validating and processing Advance Care Planning documentation via Epic.
• Validation of insurance/payor requests for release of information and create/scan requests into the release module
• Assist patients in the lobby with completion of record requests
• Prepares medical records for transportation to off-site storage facility for record retention to include fetal monitor strips using chart tracking software
• Prepares productivity reports using Excel
• Opens and processes mail
• The HIM Specialist I adheres to all ECH and HIM policies and procedures and will be required to work occasional weekends and holidays as scheduled.
• May be required to work alternate shifts / alternate campuses and other duties as assigned to meet operational needs of the department.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience with basic office equipment.
• Basic computer skills including Microsoft Office to include Outlook Word and Excel.
• Prior experience working independently and in a team environment
• Demonstrated analytical and problem solving skills.
• Attention to detail in order to differentiate text and numeric sequences.
• Basic understanding of hospital HIM operations.
• Experience in Health Information Department or other healthcare area preferred.
• Knowledge of basic medical terminology, preferred
• Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment

License/Certification/Registration Requirements

None

Ages of Patients Served

This position does not generally requires limited contact with patients, but may communicate with patients of all age categories.

Salary Range

$27.52 - $41.28 USD Hour

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

The Physical Requirements and Working Conditions of this job are available. El Camino Health will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with a disability if that will allow them to perform the essential functions of a job unless doing so creates an undue hardship for the hospital, or causes a direct threat to these individuals or others in the workplace which cannot be eliminated by reasonable accommodation. Sedentary Work - Duties performed mostly while sitting; walking and standing at times. Occasionally lift or carry up to 10 lbs. Uses hands and fingers. - (Physical Requirements-United States of America)

An Equal Opportunity Employer

An Equal Opportunity Employer: El Camino Health seeks and values a diverse workforce. The organization is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions on the basis of qualifications and competencies. El Camino Health prohibits discrimination in employment based on race, ancestry, national origin, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, marital status, age, medical condition or any other status protected by law. In addition to state and federal law, El Camino Health also follows all applicable fair and equitable employment policies from the County of Santa Clara.

Company Culture and Services

At El Camino Health, our nationally recognized doctors and care teams are committed to providing you with high-quality, excellent care. We aim to deliver a healthcare experience that is designed around your individual needs. When you choose El Camino Health for your care, you can count on: Distinguished hospitals. Our fully accredited hospitals, Los Gatos, and Mountain View, have received numerous awards and honors for high-quality healthcare. Exceptional talent. Our reputation attracts high-caliber doctors who are approachable and friendly, a nursing culture exceptional for its highly personalized patient and family care, and leadership with a deeply personal commitment. Innovative approaches to care. We seek new treatments and techniques, and contribute to the medical community through clinical trials. Our urgent care sites powered by Carbon Health enable easy, immediate scheduling and follow up through the Carbon Health app. A focus on health. Our regional Men's Health Program offers a team approach to care and has a variety of specialists who are focused on men’s health issues, including heart and vascular, urology, sleep disorders, sexual dysfunction and healthy weight. We created the South Asian Heart Center and the Chinese Health Initiative to address unique health disparities in our patient population. A healing environment. Our spaces were specially designed for tranquility and comfort.