HIM Tech (Cert) Position Available In Forrest, Mississippi
Tallo's Job Summary: The HIM Tech (Cert) position at Merit Health Wesley in Hattiesburg, MS is a full-time role responsible for collecting and preparing medical records for coding and reimbursement activities, physician chart completion, record storage, and reporting. Qualifications include a high school diploma or GED, with 1-2 years of HIM department experience required. RHIT certification preferred.
Job Description
Merit Health Wesley
Hattiesburg, MS Merit Health Wesley #105503
HIM Tech (Cert)
Job Details
Location
Hattiesburg, MS Merit Health Wesley Hours
Full Time
Job Description Job Summary The Health Information Management Certified Technician plays a key role in the collection and preparation of medical records for coding and reimbursement activities, physician chart completion, permanent record storage and retrieval, and required reporting. This position may be responsible for activities related to unbilled management, chart deficiency management, and mandated registry reporting. It also involves notifying and assisting providers with medical record deficiencies, overseeing the suspension process, and maintaining delinquency statistics in accordance with state regulations, hospital medical staff rules, HIM policies, and JC criteria. Additionally, the Certified Technician assists HIM leadership with unbilled functions, operational reports, and other assigned duties. Essential Functions Responsible for daily tasks, such as chart deficiency management, unbilled, tumor registry, and Master Patient Index (EMPI)
Ensures accurate filing of health records
Files all documents in EHR system in a timely manner
Process medical records in various systems
Performs other duties as assigned.
Complies with all policies and standards. Qualifications H.S. Diploma or GED required
Associate Degree Associates in Health Information Management preferred
1-2 years of Health Information Management Department experience required
2-4 years of Health Information Management Department experience preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Information systems and healthcare applications in addition to general office applications (ie., Microsoft word and excel)
Experience with electronic medical records systems
Medical record requirements and workflow processes
Excellent verbal and written communications skills.
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines. Licenses and Certifications RHIT – Registered Health Information Technician RHIT preferred
