Information Release Tech I

Cook Children's Health Care System; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Cook Children's Health Care System in Fort Worth, TX seeks an Information Release Tech I to process requests for release of protected health information in compliance with laws. You will safeguard patient privacy while delivering timely, accurate service in a fast-paced HIM environment.

This role requires a high school diploma, 1 year release-of-information experience, and a Texas driver's license. You will work with EMR/EDMS and may have Epic experience in preferred.

Qualifications

• High School diploma required.
• Minimum of one year experience in a release of information setting in a hospital HIM department or large outpatient clinic operation required.
• Valid Texas Driver's license in good standing.
• Must demonstrate efficiency with the EMR and EDMS.
• Epic experience is preferred.
• Dependable with excellent attendance.
• Excellent interpersonal skills to include positive communication, organizational and efficient, trouble-shooting, problem-solving skills and thoroughly team oriented.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Goal-oriented and energetic.
• Must be able to work well independently in fast paced environment.
• Strong attention to detail is required.
• Requires in-depth knowledge and understanding of complex health record concepts, healthcare record privacy, release regulations and subpoena requirements.

Responsibilities

• Process requests for release of protected health information in compliance with state and federal laws.
• Maintain confidentiality throughout all phases of the release process.
• Provide prompt, courteous service and accurate record handling.
• Coordinate with departments to fulfill subpoenas and disclosure requirements.

Skills

Confidentiality

Interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Problem-solving

Team oriented

Education

High School diploma

Tools

EMR systems

EDMS (Electronic Document Management System)

Epic (preferred)

Job description

Location: Calmont Operations Building

Department: HIM Records Release

Shift: First Shift (United States of America)

Standard Weekly Hours: 40

Summary

The Information Release Tech I is responsible for processing requests for release of protected health information as defined by State and Federal laws. Responsible for maintaining up-to-date knowledge and carrying out all tasks in accordance with Medical Center/System and Department Policies and Procedures pertaining to disclosure of medical records. The Information Release Tech I fosters respect for patient privacy by maintaining confidentiality of all phases and release of all protected health information. They promote positive customer relations through prompt and courteous service.

Qualifications

• High School diploma required.
• Minimum of one year experience in a release of information setting in a hospital Health Information Management department or large outpatient clinic operation required.
• Required to have a valid Texas Drivers license in good standing.
• Must demonstrate efficiency with the Electronic Medical Record (EMR) and Electronic Document Management Systems.
• Epic experience is preferred.
• Dependable with excellent attendance.
• Excellent interpersonal skills to include positive communication, organizational and efficient, trouble-shooting, problem-solving skills and thoroughly team oriented.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Goal-oriented and energetic.
• Must be able to work well independently in fast paced environment.
• Strong attention to detail is required.
• Requires in-depth knowledge and understanding of complex health record concepts, healthcare record privacy, release regulations and subpoena requirements.

About Us

Cook Children's is an equal opportunity employer. As such, Cook Children's offers equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other protected class in accordance with applicable federal laws. These opportunities include terms, conditions and privileges of employment, including but not limited to hiring, job placement, training, compensation, discipline, advancement and termination.

Cook Children's is a Texas-only employer. If you are hired, you will need to maintain your primary residence within the state of Texas, along with all licenses and credentials required for your position throughout your employment.