HIM Processing Associate

POSITION SUMMARY

The Health Information Management (HIM) Assistant maintains the integrity of the medical records by collecting, preparing, scanning, processing, copying and responding to medical record inquiries in a manner consistent with medical, administrative, ethical, legal, and regulatory requirements. Opens mail, sends for and releases medical information, prepares medical records and tests for scanning, files, copies, and faxes medical information. Ensures accurate and timely entry of data into various databases.

Generates required reports. Ensures transmission of required data to governmental entities. Provide auditors complete and accurate documentation to increase reimbursement and decrease denials.

Position: HIM Processing Associate Department:
Fixed Dept Vacancy Factor

Schedule:

Full Time, 40 Hours, Days

Education:

High School diploma required with at least 1 full year experience as a Health Information Management clerk or related experience. Must possess competent computer skills, with windows-based experience.

• Ability to speak, read, and write the English language.
• Ability to push or pull 40 pounds.
• Must possess excellent visual skills, be detailed oriented, and follow instructions explicitly.
• Must possess interpersonal skills to deal effectively with physicians, nursing units, and other departments.
• Required:
  
  coverage for Birth Registry is a must.
• Training will be provided, but best candidate will have Birth Registry experience or State Law/Regulation proficiency.

Compensation Range: $16.66- $24.77 This range offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications. However, our approach to determining base pay is comprehensive, and a broad range of factors is considered when making an offer. This includes education, experience, and licensure/certifications directly related to position requirements.

• medical
• dental
• vision
• pharmacy
• contract increases
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• 403(b) savings matches
• earned time cash out
• paid time off
• career advancement opportunities
• resources to support employee and family wellbeing

Boston Medical Center is an equal employment/affirmative action employer. We ensure equal employment opportunities for all, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression or any other non-job-related characteristic.

If you need accommodation for any part of the application process because of a medical condition or disability, please send an e-mail to Talent acquisition or call  to let us know the nature of your request.

Boston Medical Center participates in the Electronic Employment Verification Program. As an E-Verify employer, prospective employees of BMC must complete a background check before beginning their employment at the hospital.

BMC requires all staff to be vaccinated against COVID-19 and flu, as well as receive a booster dose of the COVID-19 vaccine.