Health Information Technician

Vail Health has become the world’s most advanced mountain healthcare system. Vail Health consists of an updated 520,000-square-foot, 56-bed hospital. This state-of-the-art facility provides exceptional care to all of our patients, with the most beautiful views in the area, located centrally in Vail. Learn more about Vail Health here .

This position is an on-site position located in Edwards, Colorado.

Responsible for coordinating the medical records process of the Vail Valley Surgery Center including the assembly, maintenance, and storage of records in accordance with Surgery Center policies. Performs certain monthly closing and reporting procedures. Assists clinical staff with data collection. Responsible for administrative duties and assists with other duties as assigned. On an as needed basis will assist and back up other front office staff positions.

• Accurately maintain the predetermined, organized and secured record format. Arrange the scanning of medical records and verify completeness.
• Required to inform physicians of signed documentation delinquency according to policy and procedures.
• Responsible for reporting delinquent dictation not completed in accordance with surgery center policies. Communicate with physicians’ offices to rectify missing or late dictation.
• Communicate nursing documentation deficiencies to clinical management.
• Receive and log requests for medical information and obtain appropriate releases before filling medical record requests.
• Responsible for timely retrieval of individual records upon request.
• Assist management with month-end closing procedures. Prepare and/or review various month-end reports.
• Assist the clinical staff with the collection and coordination of data such as blood usage, surgery complications, etc. that are included in the medical record review process.
• Work with management to stay abreast of new regulations and help to effectively implement changes in Medical Record policies and procedures.
• Responsible for tracking compliance with Medical Records improvement initiatives and communicate findings to management.
• On an as needed basis will assist and back up other front office staff positions. Demonstrate dedication to customer service such as assistance with telephone calls, giving directions, and providing general hospital information. Interact with external and internal parties with courtesy and sensitivity.
• Actively participate as a collaborative member of the department team by communicating constructively, identifying business office and interdepartmental problems, and resolving conflicts appropriately.
• Demonstrate ability to give and receive peer review and feedback and incorporate this into your work.
• Role model the principles of a Just Culture and Organizational Values.
• Perform other duties as assigned. Must be HIPAA compliant.

• On the job training is provided.
• Medical terminology preferred.
• Knowledge of ICD-10 and CPT coding desirable
• Spelling accuracy and detail oriented.
• Courtesy, patience, and tact when dealing with the public, patients, and staff.

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• Demonstrates proficiency in the Microsoft office (Word, Excel and PowerPoint) or similar products.
• Must possess, or be able to obtain within 90 days, the computer skills necessary to complete online learning requirements for job-specific competencies, access online forms and policies, complete online benefits enrollment, etc.

Must have working knowledge of the English language, including reading, writing, and speaking English.

• Degree in Health Information or Business preferred.

• Competitive Wages & Family Benefits:
  • Competitive wages
  • Parental leave (4 weeks paid)
  • Housing programs
  • Childcare reimbursement
• Medical
• Vision
• Educational Programs:
  • Tuition Assistance
  • Existing Student Loan Repayment
  • Specialty Certification Reimbursement
  • Annual Supplemental Educational Funds
• Paid Time Off:
  • Up to five weeks in your first year of employment and continues to grow each year.
• Retirement & Supplemental Insurance:
  • 403(b) Retirement plan with immediate matching
  • Life insurance
  • Short and long-term disability
• Recreation Benefits, Wellness & More:
  • Up to $1,000 annual wellbeing reimbursement
  • Recreation discounts
  • Pet insurance

Pay is based upon relevant education and experience per hour.

Hourly Pay:

$21.32 - $25.40 USD

As set forth in Vail Health Hospital’s Equal Employment Opportunity policy, we do not discriminate on the basis of any protected group status under any applicable law.