HIM Tech Specialist Cancer Center Full-Time

St. Joseph Regional Medical Center, Inc.; Lewiston (ID); On-site; USD 44,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

The HIM Technician Specialist at St. Joseph Regional Medical Center in Lewiston, Idaho, maintains paper and electronic health records with accuracy, timeliness, and HIPAA compliance.

You will perform chart analysis, scanning, release of information, and data management while serving as a resource in HIM workflows. Responsibilities include rounding for discharged charts, scanning into the EMR, ensuring completeness, handling requests for records, and assisting physicians with documentation

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Medical terminology training preferred.
• 3+ years of Health Information Management experience required; 1+ year in chart analysis preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform rounding to collect discharged patient charts and reconcile with discharge logs.
• Prep, scan, index, and quality-check medical records into the EMR system.
• Analyze medical records for completion and assign provider deficiencies per policy.
• Process requests for patient records in compliance with HIPAA.
• Assist physicians with documentation timeliness and chart completion.
• Retrieve, sort, and manage patient records and related correspondence.
• Maintain logs, track deficiencies, and generate reports.

Skills

HIPAA knowledge

Medical terminology

Attention to detail

EHR systems

Interpersonal skills

Time management

Multitasking

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Medical terminology training (Preferred)

Job description

Join

Join St. Joseph Regional Medical Center in Lewiston, Idaho—where nationally recognized quality meets small-town heart. We’re proud to be recognized for excellence and patient safety, including an "A" Hospital Safety Grade from The Leapfrog Group, inclusion in Becker’s list of "Great Community Hospitals," and U.S. News & World Report accolades for maternity care. Here, you’ll find a teamwork-first culture, leaders who support you, and coworkers who genuinely have your back. New grads are welcome—we’re committed to training, mentoring, and helping you build confidence as you grow. And because we know great care starts with taking care of our people, we offer competitive benefits and a workplace you can feel good about. If you’re looking for a place to do meaningful work, build a career, and feel proud serving your community—you belong at St. Joe’s.

Job Summary

The HIM Technician Specialist supports the Health Information Management department by maintaining both paper and electronic health records with accuracy, timeliness, and adherence to hospital policies, regulatory requirements, and HIPAA privacy standards. Primary responsibilities include chart analysis, scanning, release of information, physician communication, and data management. The specialist serves as a knowledgeable resource in HIM systems and workflows, often assuming leadership within specific functional areas.

Essential Functions

• Perform rounding to collect discharged patient charts and reconcile with discharge logs.
• Prep, scan, index, and quality-check medical records into the EMR system in a timely and accurate manner.
• Analyze medical records for completion and assign/reassign provider deficiencies per facility policy and regulatory standards.
• Handle and process requests for patient medical records in accordance with HIPAA regulations.
• Assist physicians with record completion processes and monitor for compliance with documentation timeliness.
• Retrieve, sort, and manage patient medical records and related correspondence.
• Maintain logs, track deficiencies, and generate reports as directed.
• Provide support for chart assembly, data abstraction, and HIM-related audits.
• Participate in department meetings and performance improvement initiatives.
• May serve as primary or backup for specific HIM functions as designated by management.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities/Expectations

• Familiarity with HIPAA and healthcare privacy requirements.
• Knowledge of medical terminology and the structure of medical records.
• High attention to detail, accuracy, and ability to meet deadlines.
• Competence in using electronic health records, document imaging, and office software.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and customer service skills.
• Ability to work independently and adapt in a high-volume, time-sensitive environment.
• Capable of multitasking and prioritizing workload effectively.

Qualifications

Education

• High School Diploma or Equivalent including education equivalent to completion of secondary school or demonstrated ability to perform the essential functions of the role. AND Postsecondary (Cert/Diploma/Program Grad) Medical terminology training (Preferred)

Licenses/Certifications

• None required

Experience

• 3+ years experience in Health Information Management functions (Required) And
• 1+ years experience in chart analysis (Preferred)