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Empath Health
Health Information Technician
Career Insights for Medical Records / Health Information Technician
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What they do
A Medical Records or Health Information Technician works with data from medical records to process, maintain, compile, analyze and report patient information for health requirements and standards in a manner consistent with the healthcare industry's numerical coding system and reporting standards
$53,502 / year median in Florida
+11% projected growth
Job Description
Empath Health is currently seeking an effective Health Information Technician to join our team handling the management, organization, and security of patient health data. This role requires one to work on-site in Ocala, Fl. The Health Information Management (HIM) department is charged with ensuring the privacy and integrity of electronic and paper medical records are maintained and available to those who require and are authorized to access the records in accordance with policies and procedures of Suncoast Hospice, Empath Home Health and affiliated Empath Health programs. It is the responsibility of the Health Information Technician (HIT) to support the HIM department strategic objectives and goals as demonstrated by the accuracy and timeliness of their work as well as the analysis and critical thinking required to support Quality reporting and regulatory requirements. What You'll Do Processes information in an accurate and timely manner according to established procedure and as assigned, including new admissions, deaths, discharges and transfers to Empath Health Care Programs. Professional and timely notification of appropriate clinical staff and physicians of missing documents/documentation required for medical record completion. Provides timely and professional customer service and support to all patient care teams and other departments to support the integrity of the medical record and patient care needs. Initiates medical record audit process upon patient admission and continues auditing the patient record for accuracy and completeness throughout the patient's length of stay. Assures time-sensitive documents are processed the day of receipt (includes Advance Directives, physician orders and regulatory documents.) Follows up on unsigned documents in a timely and consistent manner. Collaborates with HIM Supervisor as necessary to clarify and verify information or report compliance, equipment and supply needs. Demonstrates the highest level of HIPAA compliance to ensure the privacy, confidentiality and security of all patient records at all times. Why Join Empath Health?