Senior Health Information Management Tech Health Info Mgmt

Position: Senior Health Information Management Tech. - Health Info Mgmt

Senior Health Information Management Tech.

- Health Info Mgmt

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. Under the direction of the Team Lead and/or Manager, the role performs more complex health record analyses and provides technical guidance and training.

Essential

Job Functions

• Analyze 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.
• Serve as an advisor to HIM Technicians for analysis of more complex health records and advise on correct processes and procedures.
• Process requests for the release of confidential information according to regulatory guidelines, such as HIPAA Privacy and Security Rule, Texas Health and Safety Code.
• Assist Medical Staff in the completion of records to avoid suspension of medical staff privileges.
• Scan/index 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.
• Maintain the integrity of the Master Patient Index.
• Assist in planning and conducting orientation and in‑service training programs for staff.
• Assist in developing and implementing policies and procedures for the maintenance of health records.
• Maintain health records per current federal, state, and local laws, guidelines, and regulations that govern medical records.
• Interpret and communicate policies, procedures, standards, and regulations.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff, management, hospital staff, and patients.
• Perform lead work activities.
• It may be required to perform the functions of lower‑level classes in this series.

Marginal or Periodic Functions

• Adhere to internal controls and reporting structure.
• Perform related duties as required.

Knowledge, Skills, and 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

Associate’s degree in health information management or equivalent.

Minimum Qualifications

Two (2) years of HIM experience or equivalent experience.

Licenses, Registrations or Certifications

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.

Primary

Location

United States – Texas – Angleton

Work Locations

Angleton Danbury Hospital

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