HIM Specialist I: Secure Patient Records & Privacy

University Health; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

University Health Truman Medical Center is seeking a Health Information Management Specialist I to safeguard patient records, ensure accuracy, and support doctors, nurses, billing teams, and patients in a large urban hospital setting.

You will manage records requests, uphold HIPAA and accreditation rules, use EMR tools, and contribute to quality improvement projects within a collaborative HIM team.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Friendly, professional communication in person and online.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills; able to handle deadlines.
• Comfort with Office tools and privacy/confidentiality rules.

Responsibilities

• Guard patient health records for accuracy and security.
• Manage requests for medical records between departments.
• Follow HIPAA, Joint Commission, CMS rules and policies.
• Use EMR systems and office tools to keep data organized.
• Assist with data analysis for quality improvement.

Skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Task & time management

Problem-solving

Tech proficiency

Privacy/compliance awareness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Medical terminology coursework

Tools

Cerner EMR

Oracle EMR

Job description

University Health Truman Medical Center is seeking a Health Information Management Specialist I to safeguard patient records, ensure accuracy, and support doctors, nurses, billing teams, and patients in a large urban hospital setting.

You will manage records requests, uphold HIPAA and accreditation rules, use EMR tools, and contribute to quality improvement projects within a collaborative HIM team.