Senior Health Information Management Tech Health Info Mgmt

JOB SUMMARY

The Senior Health Information Management (HIM) Technician provides advanced technical skills in the day-to-day operations of HIM. This position involves independent judgment and decision-making to receive, maintain and evaluate health records per current policies, standards, regulations, and local/state/federal laws. In addition, under the direction of the Team Lead and/or Manager, performs more complex health records analyses and provides technical guidance and training.

• Analyzes complex data for completeness and accuracy to ensure ongoing compliance with regulatory requirements, such as CMS, The Joint Commission, and the Medical Staff Bylaws, Rules, and Regulations
• Serves as advisor to HIM Technicians for analysis of more complex health records and advises on correct processes and procedures
• Processes requests for the release of confidential information according to regulatory guidelines, such as HIPAA Privacy and Security Rule, Texas Health and Safety Code
• Assists Medical Staff in the completion of records to avoid suspension of medical staff privileges
• Scans/Indexes all paper and faxed documents deemed part of the legal medical record into the electronic health records system to the appropriate patient account with accuracy, timeliness, and uniformity
• Maintains the integrity of the Master Patient Index
• Assists in planning and conducting orientation and in-service training programs for staff
• Assists in developing and implementing policies and procedures for the maintenance of health records
• Maintains health records per current federal, state, and local laws, guidelines, and regulations that govern medical records
• Interprets and communicates policies, procedures, standards, and regulations
• Establishes and maintains effective working relationships with staff, management, hospital staff, and patients
• Performs lead work activities
• It may be required to perform the functions of the lower-level classes in this series

• Adheres to internal controls and reporting structure
• Performs related duties as required

• Excellent customer service skills, written and communication skills
• Maintain a professional manner with patients, staff, and students
• Ability to multitask in a high-paced work environment
• Bilingual preferred (English/Spanish)

Minimum Qualifications:

• Associate’s degree in health information management or equivalent
• Two (2) years of HIM experience or equivalent experience

• Required:
  
  Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT)

UTMB Health strives to provide equal opportunity employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by institutional policy or by federal, state or local laws unless such distinction is required by law. As a Federal Contractor, UTMB Health takes affirmative action to hire and advance protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.