HIMS Tech: Health Records & Data Integrity Specialist

Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Braintree; Braintree (MA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision plans

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

401(k) with company match

HSA/FSA options

Job summary

Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Braintree is seeking a HIMS Technician to join our team in Braintree, MA. You will compile, process and maintain patient records in line with healthcare standards. The role emphasizes accurate data entry, familiarity with PATCOM and records management, and adherence to RHIT-preferred qualifications.

We offer growth, training, and a supportive environment. Starting perks include comprehensive benefits, tuition assistance, 401(k) with company match, and

Qualifications

• Registered Health Information (RHIT) preferred.
• High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Graduate of accredited college or university.
• Medical Record Technology College or vocational school preferred.
• Minimum three years of hospital HIMS experience preferred in lieu of certification.
• Knowledge of medical terminology required.
• One year data entry experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintains delinquent records at less than 50% of the average discharge rate.
• Monitors staff deficiencies and assures that all IRF-PAI data elements are completed.
• Completes physician and staff deficiency checklist.
• Performs final check of medical records before designating records complete.
• Abstracts discharge date for PATCOM system for all discharged inpatients.
• Accurately completes data entry of all PATCOM HIMS data.
• Monitors and corrects errors on daily exception reports.

Skills

RHIT preferred

Medical terminology

Data entry

Hospital HIMS experience

Record management

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Graduate of accredited college or university

Medical Record Technology program

RHIT certification (preferred)

Tools

PATCOM

Job description

Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Braintree is seeking a HIMS Technician to join our team in Braintree, MA. You will compile, process and maintain patient records in line with healthcare standards. The role emphasizes accurate data entry, familiarity with PATCOM and records management, and adherence to RHIT-preferred qualifications.

We offer growth, training, and a supportive environment. Starting perks include comprehensive benefits, tuition assistance, 401(k) with company match, and