0 Base Wage $23.14 to $33.57 Location: Skagit Valley Hospital The information described in this
has been designed to indicate the general nature of the work performed. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. Other information: Job Summary The information described in this
has been designed to indicate the general nature of the work performed. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. Responsible for the HIM departmental functions that support the process, maintenance and integrity of the legal medical record.
Works effectively and cooperatively within the workplace. Location/Department specific tasks and competencies may apply.
Ensures medical record integrity, retention, confidentiality and timely completion in accordance with CMS, DNV, State/Federal laws and Medical Staff Policies Retrieves, preps and sorts medical record documents for scanning Accurately distributes documents in the EMR in accordance with established guidelines Performs indexing and quality assurance on all scanned documents Assures all faxed documents are processed into the EMR Analyzes and Re-Analyzes records when applicable for quantitative deficiencies toward record completion Assists with walk-in medical record requests when applicable Follows established birth certificate process and guidelines from state; completes and notarizes all birth certificate statements of paternity Follows departmental standard operating procedures (SOP) for each function in the HIM Department Actively contribute to the achievement of Quality Improvement and Lean Process Improvement activities.
Complete all mandatory learning requirements in a timely manner. Attend and actively participate in all department, team and/or committee meetings. Comply with all Skagit Regional Health, department and location specific policies and procedures.
Perform other duties as assigned by Supervisor or designee. Education High School graduate or GED required. Experience/Training Two (2) years clerical experience preferred.
One (1) year electronic medical record experience preferred. License/Certifications None required Other Skills Promotes and communicates a positive attitude working with a team approach which enables optimized operational performance. Exhibits effective verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills.
Must be able to effectively utilize Microsoft Office applications to perform specific functions when applicable. Well-developed problem solving and analytical skills required. Understanding of health care laws and regulations.
Ability to work in a team environment or independently. Ability to problem solve, set priorities, plan and schedule workload to meet deadlines. Ability to adhere to assigned work schedule, perform overtime status when requested Physical Demands and Work Environment The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit for long periods of time; when working in office. Repetitive tasks such as typing, sitting, answering phones, and interacting with computers and computer systems most of the day is a function of the position. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to focus.
This position requires working in an indoor, environmentally controlled environment when in the office. Skagit Regional Health offers a comprehensive benefit package including medical, dental, vision, 457b/401a (retirement), long term disability, and paid time off to all employees holding an FTE of 20 or more hours per week. Eligible employees also receive sick time pay.