HIM Tech III-Medical Records

Sherman Oaks Hospital; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 57,000; Full time

Job summary

Sherman Oaks Hospital in Sherman Oaks, California, seeks an HIM Tech III (Release of Information Clerk) to manage patient health information requests, including medical records, subpoenas, and third-party inquiries. Respond within mandated timeframes and maintain HIPAA-compliant processes.

The role requires HIM experience in acute care, accurate filing, and knowledge of privacy regulations. You will support HIM Tech I/II and ensure proper documentation and billing practices while safeguarding

Qualifications

• Minimum one year HIM experience in acute care setting required.
• Minimum six months direct release of information duties required.
• Accurate alphabetic, numeric, and/or terminal-digit filing skills.
• Working knowledge of medical terminology preferred.
• Knowledge of the State and Federal Regulatory requirements for medical staff documentation preferred.
• Computer data entry with 10-key preferred, with accurate typing speed of 35 wpm preferred.
• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Completion of a medical terminology course preferred.
• Training in state Consent Law and HIPAA Privacy/Security highly desired.
• Attendance in health information management program with certificate of completion preferred.

Responsibilities

• Handle requests for release of patient health information and respond within mandated timeframes.
• Maintain knowledge of HIPAA regulations and state Consent/Release of Information laws.
• Ensure compliance with hospital policies and accurate billing practices.
• Assist in backing up HIM Tech I & II and other duties as needed.

Skills

HIM experience

Release of information duties

Filing skills

Medical terminology knowledge

Regulatory knowledge (HIPAA/State)

10-key data entry

Typing 35 wpm

Training in Consent Law/HIPAA Privacy

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Health Information Management certificate (program)

Medical terminology course

Tools

10-key data entry

Job description

Overview

At Sherman Oaks Hospital, our dedicated team of professionals are committed to our core values of quality, compassion, and community. As a member of the Prime Healthcare Foundation, Sherman Oaks Hospital is actively seeking new members to join its award-winning team! Sherman Oaks Hospital is a 153-bed, not-for-profit, acute-care community hospital located in Sherman Oaks, California. Staffed with over 500 employees and an extraordinary team of physicians, the hospital is recognized for advanced technology and compassionate care and provides 24/7 emergency care in addition to a full range of specialized medical, surgical, and diagnostic services to improve and save lives. Sherman Oaks Hospital has been nationally recognized multiple times as a "100 Top Hospital" by Fortune/Merative, holds an "A" grade in patient safety from The Leapfrog Group, Patient Safety Excellence recognition from Healthgrades, and more. For more information, visit www.shermanoakshospital.org.

Responsibilities

HIM TECH III (Release of Information Clerk) is the (Hospital?s) designated contact for requests for release of patient health information (including the patient?s legal medical record and fetal monitor strips). This position is responsible for accepting all requests for patient health information (such as patient access, third party requests, physicians or medical facilities for continuity of care, subpoenas, warrants, & mortuaries), and responding to each within the mandated timeframes. Maintain knowledge of the Federal HIPAA regulations, state Consent and Release of Information Laws, and (Hospital?s) Policies and Procedures. Assures all release of information activities are in compliance with each of these regulatory guidelines. Additionally, completes all job duties following HIPAA?s guideline for release of the minimum protected health information necessary to those who have the right and on a need to know basis. Ensures accurate billing practices as defined by (Hospital?s) Policies and Procedures, recording of payments, and submission of payments for deposit. Processes and keeps accurate records of all release of information transactions, for ease of retrieval in response to requests for accounting of disclosures. Assist in backing-up HIM Tech I & II and other assigned duties as needed.

Qualifications

Education and Work Experience

• Minimum one year HIM experience in acute care setting required.
• Minimum six months direct release of information duties required.
• Accurate alphabetic, numeric, and/or terminal-digit filing skills.
• Working knowledge of medical terminology preferred.
• Knowledge of the State and Federal Regulatory requirements for medical staff documentation preferred.
• Computer data entry with 10-key preferred, with accurate typing speed of 35 wpm preferred.
• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Completion of a medical terminology course preferred.
• Training in state Consent Law and HIPAA Privacy/Security highly desired.
  
• Attendance in health information management program with certificate of completion preferred

Pay Transparency

Sherman Oaks Hospital offers competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package that provides employees the flexibility to tailor benefits according to their individual needs. Our Total Rewards package includes, but is not limited to, paid time off, a 401K retirement plan, medical, dental, and vision coverage, tuition reimbursement, and many more voluntary benefit options. A reasonable compensation estimate for this role, which includes estimated wages, benefits, and other forms of compensation, is $24.17 to $27.56 The exact starting compensation to be offered will be determined at the time of selecting an applicant for hire, in which a wide range of factors will be considered, including but not limited to, skillset, years of applicable experience, education, credentials and licensure.

Employment Status

Full Time

Shift

Days

Equal Employment Opportunity

Company is an equal employment opportunity employer. Company prohibits discrimination against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (subject to applicable law), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. Know Your Rights: https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/EEOC_KnowYourRights_screen_reader_10_20.pdf

Privacy Notice

Privacy Notice for California Applicants: https://www.primehealthcare.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/Notice-at-Collection-and-Privacy-Policy-for-California-Job-Applicants.pdf