Health Information Specialist - Orthopedics (Park Terrace)

Job Description The Health Information Specialist maintains the integrity of the medical record by ensuring that the record is constructed according to policy and materials are filed in a timely manner and in the accurate location. Is responsible for responding to all patient and provider requests, with the utmost customer service and in compliance with all applicable laws, regulations, and policies. Understands the importance of the medical record and carries out their duties wintegritylism, diligence, and a strict adherence to policy.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Constructs new medical records as needed. Retrieves records from other departments or the archive if needed. Performs patient record scanning and subsequent indexing and importing into the Electronic Medical Record. Maintains the integrity of the medical record by filing all patient care material in the accurate location, demonstrating an understanding of medical terminology, the contents of the medical record, the urgency of loose filing, and when to request assistance if a document is not clearly identified. Responds to patient and legal correspondence, while demonstrating outstanding customer service skills and a strict adherence to the applicable laws and policies. Assists customers with understanding the importance of legal compliance to protect their privacy. Uphold the professional appearance of all medical records by repairing records as needed and following policies. Facilitates accurate record keeping by labeling charts appropriately, using out-guides consistently, updating the computer system as needed, maintaining all departmental logs and reports, and purging records according to policy. Performs frequent administrative audits to supervise records for appropriate identification, chart appearance, accurate filing, and compliance with policy. Performs the responsibilities of the Health Information Assistant as needed. Assists Research Monitors and Field Auditors with access to Medical Records.

Qualifications Education:

High school diploma/GED required.

Experience:

Three (3) years of Health Information or other related health care position preferred. Experience with data entry and retrieval of computerized information preferred. Experience with Electronic Medical Records systems preferred.