Health Record Technician 1 - WCC Job Shelton area,Washington USA,Healthcare

Health Record Technician 1

Full Time, Permanent

Monthly Salary: $4,928 - $6,615

Shelton, Washington

The Washington State Department of Corrections (DOC) is seeking a highly motivated and qualified individual for a Health Record Technician 1 for the Washington Corrections Center (WCC) located in Shelton, WA. This is a full-time position, Monday-Friday with a day shift schedule.

As a custodian of patient medical records, the Health Records Technician 1 (HRT1) enters, verifies, and ensures patient medical information is in compliance with appropriate laws and agency policy. The HRT1 acts as an information resource and provides health and/or medical records related information to authorized medical providers, staff and/or third-party agents regarding residents and/or patients, in compliance with applicable policies, state and federal requirements and/or regulations.

Incumbents assist with reviewing and updating health/medical record retention schedules; coordinating and retrieving information for and responding to public record requests related to health/medical records; assist in the day-to-day delivery, distribution, access, maintenance and retention of manual and/or electronic health/medical forms.

Disclosure, dissemination, and procurement of health information:

Review and process records requests of patient medical, dental, and mental health care information within 15 working days or less of receiving following health record procedures.
Review and process Department staff requests for patient health information by the date requested following health record procedures.
Review and process patient requests to review their health record within 15 working days or less of receiving following health record procedures.
Make determinations to allow or deny requests in accordance with the Washington State Uniform Health Care Information Act (RCW 70.02) and federal laws.

Health record management:

Ensure patient health records located in the facility comply with departmental policies and procedures and state and federal statutes.
Be an active member of the Health Record Management Committee.

Health Record Department lead:

Provide instruction and assign, check, and correct work of unit clerical staff. Communicate with Health Records Technician 2 and Health Services Manager regarding Health Records Department performance.
Communicate with Health Services Manager regarding Health Records Department performance.

Perform formal health record audits:

Review health records for listed deficiencies.
Complete the Health Record Audit for Permanent Facility and/or Health Record Audit for Reception Center form.

Technical assistance and direction:

Provide technical assistance and direction to facility staff regarding health records, disclosure of health information, and statewide health record unit processes.
Represent the agency in court regarding health records.

Required Qualifications:

Certification by the American Health Information Management Association as a Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA) or Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT) or the ability to obtain certification within six (6) months of appointment, and maintain certification during period of employment.
Valid driver license.

Preferred Qualifications:

Two years or more experience in Health Information Management.
Current on state and federal laws, national standards, and department policies governing health records and health information disclosure and ability to apply that knowledge in an appropriate manner.
Experience working in a correctional facility.

Mission

The mission of DOC is to improve public safety by positively changing lives.

Our Vision

Working together for safer communities.

Our Commitment

To operate a safe and humane corrections system and partner with others to transform lives for a better Washington.

Our Core Values

Cultivate an environment of integrity and trust: Corrections values partnership and trust. We foster openness and support courageous conversations. We are committed to doing what we say we are going to do by being accountable and taking personal ownership in our actions.

Respectful and inclusive interactions: Corrections appreciates and values individuals by promoting an inclusive and diverse environment, which encourages safety. We respect, value, and listen to the thoughts, feelings, and perspectives of our stakeholders and consider the impact on those we serve as well as each other.

People's safety: Corrections believes in creating an environment that values physical, mental, and emotional security and well-being. We honor those who advance safety for all.

Positivity in words and actions: At Corrections, we assume positive intentions and believe there is a shared desire for the best outcome. We consistently demonstrate positive behavior and always put forth our best effort.

Supporting people's success: Corrections is committed to our community – understanding individuals, instilling hope, embracing change, and providing opportunities.

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