Senior Health Information Management Tech Health Info Mgmt

Position: 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.

ESSENTIAL

JOB FUNCTIONS

• 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

Marginal or Periodic Functions

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

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES

• 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)

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

Minimum Qualifications:

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

LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS OR CERTIFICATIONS

• Required:
  
  Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT)

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

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.

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