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Mercy
Health Information Technician PRN/As Needed - Joplin/Carthage/Pittsburg
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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
$56,701 / year median in Missouri
+4% projected growth
Job Description
Company:
Mercy Location:
Carthage, MO Career Level:
Entry Level Industries:
Healthcare, Pharmaceutical, Biotech Description Find your calling at Mercy! The Health Information Technician processes and fulfills requests for protected health information (PHI) in compliance with regulations, aiming to enhance requester experience. The role addresses the provider questions regarding documentation and basic chart corrections. The role also involves managing scanned medical records to ensure quality and productivity standards are met.Position Details:
Minimum Qualifications:
Education:
High school diploma or equivalent; medical terminology.Experience:
1 year in HIM/medical records department or related field.Preferred Qualifications:
Education:
Knowledge of anatomy and physiology. Some college preferred.Experience:
2 years in an acute care medical records department; 1 year experience in Release of Information or Analysis role in an acute care setting.Certification:
RHIT or RHIA Other Skills, Knowledge, Abilities:
- Strong attention to detail, excellent interpersonal and communication skills, and the ability to work independently.
- Highly motivated and organized problem solver with analytical, problem-solving, and data analysis skills.
- Proficient in medical record regulatory requirements, research, computer skills, Microsoft Office, medical terminology, and EHR terminology.
- Adaptable to changing needs and dynamics, with the ability to perform repetitive tasks and work on a computer for extended periods.
- Possesses strong computer skills, as well as intermediate skills in analysis, problem-solving, and research, with strong attention to detail.