Consultant HIM

OhioHealth

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About The Position

We are more than a health system. We are a belief system. We believe wellness and sickness are both part of a lifelong partnership, and that everyone could use an expert guide. We work hard, care deeply and reach further to help people uncover their own power to be healthy. We inspire hope. We learn, grow, and achieve more – in our careers and in our communities. Job Description Summary: The HIM Consultant will play a key role in HIM operational functions such as retention and maintenance of medical records in multiple types of media, document imaging, chart completion, physician suspension, birth certificate processing, release of information and overall data integrity of the patient’s health record. Assists leadership in monitoring compliance with accrediting and regulatory agency requirements. The HIM Consultant will collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration of HIM solutions. The HIM Consultant will assist with creating standards of work, policies and procedures that align with OhioHealth's mission, vision, values, and strategic priorities. The HIM Consultant will research opportunities for improvement while evaluating workflows and provide feedback to the HIM leadership team Must maintain expertise in health information, including, but not limited to current trends, regulatory requirements, and laws at both the state and federal level. Other duties as assigned by HIM Leadership. As a High Reliability Organization (HRO), responsibilities require focus on safety, quality and efficiency in performing job duties. The job profile provides an overview of responsibilities and duties and is not intended to be an exhaustive list and is subject to change at any time

Requirements

• High School or GED
• SPECIALIZED KNOWLEDGE
• Strong computer skills, including knowledge of EPIC, Solarity, Onbase, and data archive systems.
• Practical knowledge of health information management principles, regulations, and best practices.
• Strong analytical skills and can identify issues with workflows.
• Demonstrates the ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks and deadlines.
• Expertise in health information management software and electronic health record systems.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Act as a liaison and collaborate with key stakeholders to analyze, evaluate, and improve health information management practices and workflows to protect the integrity of electronic health information.
• Uses critical thinking skills to analyze complex issues, determine root cause and develop solutions independently.
• Act as a lead in HIM operational areas by providing support and expertise.
• Collaborate with HIM Leadership and IT department to identify enhancements and opportunities to improve the electronic health record.
• In depth analysis of HIM operations to identify areas for improvement and mitigate risks related to electronic health information.
• Identify opportunities for training and professional development, create training materials and deliver education to enhance the skills and knowledge of associates.
• Collaborates with HIM leadership to implement best practices and emerging trends in health information management to ensure compliance and optimize operations.
• Assist with creating standard of work, policies, and procedures for HIM operations.
• Other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED