HIPAA-Compliant Health Information Specialist

Cherry Health (Cherry Street Services) DBA; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

NHSC loan repayment

Health insurance

Paid time off

Holidays

401(k) plan

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Cherry Health in Grand Rapids, MI is seeking a Health Information Technician to ensure patient records are confidential, accurate, and compliant with HIPAA, HITECH, Meaningful Use and organizational standards.

You will prepare records for capture in the electronic chart, release information as required, audit data for quality, and support continued integrity of the electronic health record. Prior data entry and knowledge of medical terminology preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required; HIT certification preferred.
• Experience with data entry and 10-key by touch.
• Knowledge of HIPAA, HITECH, and patient privacy regulations.
• Ability to work under deadlines and maintain accuracy.
• Familiar with medical terminology and EHR workflows.

Responsibilities

• Prepare records for capture in the electronic chart with clear images and proper indexing.
• Release information to authorized individuals per HIPAA and state guidelines.
• Process electronically transmitted information using various tools.
• Perform peer audits to ensure accuracy and quality control.
• Maintain EHR integrity and support data privacy and security.
• Assist with training others on Health Information practices.
• Maintain productivity and audit percentages.

Skills

10-key by touch

Data entry

HIPAA knowledge

Medical terminology

Time management

Communication skills

Education

Health Information Technician certification

High School / Equivalent

Tools

NextGen EHR

Microsoft Office

Scan/imaging software

Job description

Cherry Health in Grand Rapids, MI is seeking a Health Information Technician to ensure patient records are confidential, accurate, and compliant with HIPAA, HITECH, Meaningful Use and organizational standards.

You will prepare records for capture in the electronic chart, release information as required, audit data for quality, and support continued integrity of the electronic health record. Prior data entry and knowledge of medical terminology preferred.