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United Methodist Homes
Registered 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
$59,640 / year median in New York
+11% projected growth
Job Description
Company Overview United Methodist Homes is a faith-based nonprofit organization dedicated to providing exceptional care and compassion to seniors. With multiple senior living communities across New York and Pennsylvania, we focus on enhancing the quality of life for over 1,100 residents through our core values of dignity, independence, and wellness. Summary We are seeking a Health Information Technician to join our team at united Methodist Home Elizabeth Church Campus. Employee responsibility would be compiling and maintaining medical records of patients of health care delivery system to document patient condition and treatment. Responsibilities Manage patient health records and ensure accuracy and confidentiality. Utilize EHR systems effectively for data entry and retrieval. Interpret medical terminology to assist in record management. Collaborate with healthcare professionals to ensure comprehensive patient care. Conduct regular audits of medical records for compliance with regulations. Provide support in training staff on health information protocols. Assist in the implementation of new health information technologies. Stay updated on industry standards and best practices. Qualifications Previous Medical Records experience with medical terminology. Must be a certified Health Information Technician Proficiency with electronic health record (EHR) systems. Strong understanding of medical terminology. Familiarity with medical records management practices. Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills. Ability to work collaboratively within a healthcare team. Strong communication skills, both written and verbal. If you're passionate about making a difference in the lives of seniors through effective health information management, we invite you to apply today and become part of our compassionate team!