Laboratory Information Specialist

Ironside HR; Anchorage (AK); On-site; USD 58,000 - 74,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

No state income tax

Alaska Permanent Fund Dividend after 1

Daily flights to Anchorage

Unique rural Alaska experience

Local dining and shopping options

Job summary

Rural hospital located several hundred miles northwest of Anchorage, AK seeking a full-time, Laboratory Information Specialist to join their team. The role focuses on managing EHR operations and billing processes in a laboratory setting.

Pay is $41.90 - $53.98/hour with a $5,000 sign-on bonus. The position requires strong IS experience in a laboratory environment and knowledge of billing modules.

Qualifications

• 5 years of information systems training or experience in a lab setting.
• Knowledge of laboratory billing processes and interdepartmental functions.
• Familiarity with Laboratory modules (training provided).

Responsibilities

• Work closely with laboratorians and information systems staff to manage day-to-day electronic health record operations.
• Resolve all billing rejections which occur through current processes involving electronic systems.
• Maintain accuracy of the department's electronic health record with initiative and accountability.
• Analyze data and information systems inefficiencies, evaluate alternatives, and make recommendations.

Skills

LIS experience

Billing knowledge

Laboratory operations

Interdepartmental coordination

Job description

Rural hospital located several hundred miles northwest of Anchorage, AK seeking a full-time, Laboratory Information Specialist to join their team.

Pay: $41.90 - $53.98/hour $5000 sign-on bonus!

Responsibilities

• Work closely with the laboratorians and information systems staff to manage the day-to-day electronic health record operations
• Resolve all billing rejections which occur either through our current processes involving all electronic systems
• Laboratory Information Specialist will demonstrate personal initiative and accountability while maintaining the department s electronic health record for accuracy
• Analyzes data and information systems inefficiencies, evaluates alternatives, and makes logical recommendations based on findings.

Qualifications

• 5 years of Information systems training or experience, laboratory training or experience or general health care experience
• Knowledge of Laboratory and Interdepartmental functions
• Must have knowledge of Laboratory billing programs, processes and procedures
• Knowledge of Laboratory Specific Modules (training provided by various sources.)

The Location: Rural, remote town northwest of Anchorage.

Benefits & Perks

• No state income tax and permanent fund dividend after a full calendar year of Alaska Residency
• Great fishing, hunting, and wildlife including the ability to go see polar bears and sled dogs.
• Daily flights to Anchorage and other Alaskan cities
• Amazing experience that is unique to rural Alaska!
• Excellent retail and dining that are all locally owned and operated
• Safe schools and community for a family