Specialist, Health Information

University Health; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

University Health seeks a Health Information Specialist to organize, maintain and utilize the electronic health record in alignment with our Health Information Management policies and standards.

Under supervision, you will follow strict confidentiality guidelines and contribute to the team’s success while ensuring compliance with HIPAA and Joint Commission requirements.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• One year of health care experience in a health care environment with an Electronic Health Record (EHR) is preferred.
• One year of strong customer service experience may be substituted for health care experience.
• Experience in a large health care facility is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Organize, maintain and use the electronic health record in accordance with health record policies and standards.
• Follow strict confidential guidelines.
• Comply with Federal and State regulations and accrediting bodies including HIPAA and Joint Commission.

Skills

Customer service

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

EHR system

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY/RESPONSIBILITIES

Under the direct supervision of the Health Information Manager, Medical Records Department, the Health Information Specialist performs specialized health information activities necessary to organize, maintain and use the electronic health record consistent with the health record policies and standards. Follows strict confidential guidelines. Contributes to the overall success of the Health Information Management team. Complies with all Federal and State regulations and accrediting bodies including but not limited to HIPAA and Joint Commission.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

High school diploma or equivalent is required. One year of health care experience in a health care environment with an Electronic Health Record (EHR) is preferred. One year of strong customer service experience may be substituted for health care experience. Experience in a large health care facility is preferred.