HIM Tech I

70 HonorHealth Support Services; United States; On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

HonorHealth in Phoenix, AZ is seeking a Health Information professional to process patient records in the Health Information Management department. The role focuses on accuracy, completeness, and timely handling of release of information requests.

Responsibilities include scanning, indexing, and quality reviews of medical records, with emphasis on regulatory compliance and data integrity. A HS diploma is required; RHIT is preferred and 1 year of customer service in a high-volume setting is

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required; Associates preferred.
• 1 year customer service experience in a high-volume environment; understands release of information.
• RHIT certification preferred or pursuing certification within Health Information Management.

Responsibilities

• Analyzes and processes patient health information for completeness and accuracy.
• Responds to ROI requests in compliance with state and federal privacy laws.
• Prepares records for scanning and indexes documents in the EHR.
• Reviews and validates medical record content for quality and legibility.
• Assists with safety initiatives and department procedures as needed.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Customer service

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associates Degree in Health Information Management

RHIT Certification Preferred

Tools

Electronic Health Records (EHR) systems

Medical Records indexing software

Job description

Primary City/State: Deer Valley - 2500 W Utopia Rd Phoenix, AZ 85027 Category: Health Information Shift: Day Department: Health Information Management Work hours Mon - Fri 8:30am -5pm

Great care starts with great people. (Like you.) At HonorHealth, you’ll find something special. From humble beginnings in 1927 to one of Arizona’s largest nonprofit healthcare systems, our culture is built on warmth and neighborly kindness. Behind every smile is a highly skilled professional with deep expertise and an unwavering dedication to what matters most — caring for the health and well-being of people and communities across the greater Phoenix area.

Responsibilities

JOB SUMMARY Responsible for processing patient health information, identifying, receiving and tracking deficiencies, quality reviews for all medical records. This position analyzes medical record content for presence, accuracy, completeness, timeliness, clarity, authentication, and legibility. This position is also responsible for responding to internal and external release of information requests in accordance to existing laws governing confidentiality and the release of medical records.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Analyzes electronic records to ensure all patient accounts meet State, Federal, and other regulatory and accreditation rules. Performs these duties in accordance to HonorHealth Medical Staff Rules and Regulation requirements regarding record completeness. Performs chart analysis of medical records for documentation deficiencies and completeness. Collects and verifies receipt of discharged patient records. Prepares records for scanning and scans records into the electronic health record. Reviews electronic images for quality, correct name, correct account, and patient indexing information. Organizes loose documents and prepares documents for scanning, then reviews electronic images and indexes the documents accordingly. Reviews release of information (ROI) requests for medical records and/or radiology images to determine validity requests, identity of requestors, and appropriateness of releasing the information based on State and Federal privacy regulations. Assists customers with properly completing requests for medical records, fulfilling those requests via mail, compact disc (CD), electronic mail, or other approved means approved by departmental policy. Actively participates in department activities. Actively participates in safety initiatives and risk mitigating measures where appropriate. Completes all position and department safety related competencies and requirements on a timely basis. Performs other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION

High School Diploma or GED Required Associates Preferred

EXPERIENCE

1 year customer service experience in a high volume/fast pace environment. Required 1 year experience in any or all of the following: Release of information, correspondence, master patient index maintenance, records analysis, medical records processing. Preferred.

LICENSE AND CERTIFICATIONS

Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT) - Certification Preferred

About HonorHealth

We're all in for your career. Expert care from experts who care. At HonorHealth, you’ll find something special. Our culture is built on warmth and neighborly kindness, but behind every smile is a highly skilled professional with deep expertise and unwavering dedication.

• Nine acute-care hospitals
• Over 200 primary, specialty and urgent care centers
• More than 17,000 team members and 4,000 medical staff

Since 1927, we’ve been focused on doing what matters most — caring for people and communities across the greater Phoenix area. From humble beginnings to one of Arizona’s largest nonprofit healthcare systems, we’re just as driven as we were a century ago. Come join us and go all in for your career.

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