Health Information Management Technician II- Full Time Evenings

Responsible for assuring patient records and loose documentation are prepared and scanned for processing into the electronic document management system with the highest level of quality possible. Responsible for identifying and correcting errors via Verifier module, to provide accurate patient encounter and document type. Responsible for performing quality control functions on scanned charts.

Major Job FunctionsThe following is a summary of the major essential functions of this job. The incumbent may perform other duties, both major and minor, that are not mentioned below. In addition, specific functions may change from time to time:Verify receipt of all inpatient and/or outpatient discharged records utilizing the reconciliation reportPrepare medical record documents for scanning according to procedureScan documents within the established productivity standardsValidate the accuracy and completeness of medical records in the electronic medical record systemConfirm the imaged documents are indexed to the correct patient, encounter and document typeConfirm the accuracy of the imaged document, identifying items requiring correction and corrective action as neededEnsure the integrity of the legal medical records and strictly uphold patient confidentialityRelease patient information consistent with established guidelinesOther duties as assignedMinimum QualificationsThe following qualifications, or equivalents, are the minimum requirements necessary to perform the essential functions of this job:Education and Formal Training: High school graduate or equivalent requiredWork

2 years of Health Information Management experience requiredScanning experience preferredKnowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required: Proficiency in reading, writing, and speaking the English languageAbility to type 40-45 wpm accuratelySufficient keyboard familiarityIntermediate knowledge in the use of computers in a Windows environmentKnowledge of general medical record format and contentBasic understanding of medical terminologyKnowledge of Joint Commission and other regulatory agency chart documentation requirementsOrganizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and make good independent decisionsAttention to detail and quality to include strong recall and recognition skillsAbility to work in a team environment as well as self-directed and resourceful in order to work alone when necessaryAbility to work under pressure with ongoing time constraintsAbility to provide excellent customer service to enhance patient care delivery by assuring timely and accurate access to medical recordsExcellent written and oral communication skillsPositive attitude and enthusiasmPhysical

Professional appearanceExtended periods of sittingSome instances of reaching, bending, stooping, pushing, and pulling all requiring use of proper body mechanicsAbility to work productively in a high volume, high stress work environmentVisual acuity for reading and processing charts/informationDexterity of upper extremities and fingersMental dexterity for accurately sorting medical record documentsLight to moderate lifting of up to 25 pounds of boxes containing medical record documentsRequired Licenses and CertificationsCape Fear Valley Health System is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/Disability/Veteran/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity