HIMS Tech (Medical Records)

Encompass Health Corporation; Bristol (VA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

401(k) matching

Job summary

Encompass Health Corporation is seeking a HIMS Technician to compile, process, and maintain patient records in line with healthcare standards. The role focuses on accuracy, completeness, and timely data entry to support post-acute care operations.

You’ll work as part of a nationally recognized inpatient rehabilitation leader, with opportunities for growth and a supportive, inclusive culture. Starting perks include comprehensive benefits and professional development.

Qualifications

• RHIT certification is 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.
• Knowledge of medical terminology.
• One year data entry experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintains delinquent records and ensures accuracy of HIMS data.
• Monitors deficiencies and assures all IRF-PAI data elements are completed.
• Performs final check of medical records before designation complete.
• Abstracts discharge dates for PATCOM system for discharged inpatients.
• Performs data entry of PATCOM HIMS data with accuracy.
• Monitors and corrects errors on daily exception reports.

Skills

Hospital HIMS experience

Medical terminology knowledge

Data entry experience

Education

RHIT certification preferred

High School Diploma or equivalent preferred

Graduate of accredited college or university

Medical Record Technology College or vocational school preferred

Job description

HIMS Technician Career Opportunity

Valued for your Expertise in HIMS

Are you a skilled Health Information Management Systems (HIMS) Technician seeking a career that aligns with your passion and values? Join our team where we believe in careers close to home and heart. As a HIMS Technician, responsibilities include compiling, processing and maintaining patient records in a manner consistent with healthcare requirements and standards. If you're eager to make a meaningful impact, explore this exciting opportunity with us where your expertise meets personal values.

A Glimpse into Our World

At Encompass Health, you'll experience the difference the moment you become a part of our team. Working with us means aligning with a rapidly growing national inpatient rehabilitation leader. We take pride in the growth opportunities we offer and how our team unites for the greater good of our patients. Our achievements include being named one of the \"World's Most Admired Companies\" and receiving the Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For® Award, among other accolades, which is nothing short of amazing.

Starting Perks and Benefits

At Encompass Health, we are committed to creating a supportive, inclusive, and caring environment where you can thrive. From day one, you will have access to:

• Affordable medical, dental, and vision plans for both full-time and part-time employees and their families.


• Generous paid time off that accrues over time.


• Opportunities for tuition reimbursement and continuous education.


• Company-matching 401(k) and employee stock purchase plans.


• Flexible spending and health savings accounts.


• A vibrant community of individuals passionate about the work they do!

Become the HIMS Technician you always wanted to be

• 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.

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.

The Encompass Health Way

We proudly set the standard in care by leading with empathy, doing what's right, focusing on the positive, and standing stronger together. Encompass Health is a trusted leader in post-acute care with over 150 nationwide locations and a team of 36,000 exceptional individuals and growing!

At Encompass Health, we celebrate and welcome diversity in our inclusive culture. We provide equal employment opportunities regardless of race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, national origin, color, creed, age, mental or physical disability, or any other protected classification.