Shift :

Monday

• Friday, flexible day shift hours

Work Arrangement :

Hybrid

• 2 days on-site, 3 days remote

Department :

Health Information Services

• Release of Information (ROI)

Team Facility :

University Hospital & Quarterdeck Building Compensation :

Base Pay Range:

$15.00

• $23.

64 per hour, based on experience

ABOUT THE JOB MU

Health Care is seeking a Health Record Technician I to join our team. We're looking for a candidate who is detail-oriented and committed to maintaining accurate patient records. In this role, you will help facilitate the smooth flow of medical information within our hospital and clinics, making a positive impact on patient care. We value candidates who can provide excellent customer service, possess strong analytical and problem-solving skills, and are dedicated to ensuring our medical records meet high-quality standards. If you're ready to be a vital part of our healthcare community, working collaboratively with a dedicated team and contributing to the quality of patient care, we encourage you to apply today. Join us at MU Health Care, where your skills in health information management and patient service excellence are valued.

ABOUT MU HEALTH CARE MU

Health Care is proud to be named one of Forbes' Best-in-State Employers seven years in a row, and that's largely a result of the incredible culture and team we've built. At MU Health Care, we have an inspired, hard-working and collaborative environment driven by our mission to save and improve lives. Here, we believe anything is possible and rally around solutions. We celebrate innovation and offer opportunities to be a part of something bigger — to have a voice and role in the work that is serving our community and changing the field of medicine. Our academic health system — the only in mid-Missouri — is home to seven hospitals, including the region's only Level 1 Trauma Center and region's only Children's Hospital, as well as over 90 specialty clinics. Here you can define your career among our many clinical and nonclinical positions — with growth, opportunity and support every step of the way. Learn more about MU Health Care. Learn more about living in mid-Missouri.

EMPLOYEE BENEFITS

• Health, vision and dental insurance coverage starting day one
• Generous paid leave and paid time off, including ten holidays
• Multiple retirement options, including 100% matching up to 8% and full vesting in three years
• Tuition assistance for employees (75%) and immediate family members (50%)
• Discounts on cell phone plans, rental cars, gyms, hotels and more
• See a comprehensive list of benefits here .

DETAILED JOB DESCRIPTION

• Coordinate the flow and sharing of medical records and health information throughout various hospital and clinic departments. May transport medical records between sites of services and/or off-site locations. Accesses and updates electronic tracking system to numerically process medical records into correct locations.
• Greet customers and answer department phones to assist with questions pertaining to requests for medical records and health information.
• Continually inform, educate, and instruct hospital and clinic departments concerning Health Information Services Department policies and procedures, especially sensitive to the confidentiality of patient information.
• Maintain quality and content of the medical record through qualitative or quantitative physician documentation review.
• Responds to requests for information and serves as a customer service liaison. Queries multiple electronic systems to locate requested information in a timely manner. Processes large volumes of requests in a timely and efficient manner.
• May complete unit/department specific duties and expectations as outlined in department documents.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Demonstrated office equipment (copier, scanner, fax etc ) and computer skills, including proficiency with a 10 key and ability to type 40 wpm with 95% accuracy.
• Basic proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to understand and effectively use Electronic Medical Records applications.
• Ability to work with limited supervision in a fast-paced environment on multiple tasks, manage time efficiently and be self-sufficient in prioritizing job duties.
• Ability to provide coverage for short staff situations.
• Ability to file using a numeric filing system.
• Strong written and verbal communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Working knowledge of the health record, privacy regulations, and medical terminology preferred.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma or an equivalent combination of education and experience from which comparable knowledge, skills and abilities can be acquired.
• Two (2) years of clerical experience.

College or equivalent degree may be substituted for experience.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• One (1) year of experience in a healthcare setting or related field.
• Additional license/certification requirements as determined by the hiring department.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met with or without reasonable accommodation. The performance of these physical demands is an essential function of the job. The employee may be required ambulate, remain in a stationary position and position self to reach and/or move objects above the shoulders and below the knees. The employee may be required to move objects up to 10 lbs. Equal Employment Opportunity The University of Missouri is an Equal Opportunity Employer.