Health Information Assistant

Weill Cornell Medical College • New York, NY

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About The Position

Under direct supervision, provides basic clerical and administrative support to the department

Requirements

• High School Diploma
• Some related work experience
• Candidate must have excellent communication and organizational skills and must be highly detailed oriented.

Responsibilities

• Ensures all patient data such as imaging reports, immunization reports, or lab results are sent promptly to referring or specialist physicians and offices to support continuity of patient care.
• Ensures accuracy of recipient contact information and location for correct delivery.
• Scans and uploads imaging studies, lab results, consultation letters, and other documents into patient's EMR or other systems.
• Reviews and uploads prior medical records or imaging studies into the patient’s chart before their appointment to support an accurate history by the provider or comparative interpretation by the radiologist.
• Maintains accuracy and confidentiality of all patient medical records in compliance with HIPAA regulations and organizational policies.
• Supports internal documentation workflows and responds to internal requests related to patient imaging, lab or immunization records.
• Collaborates with other departments and doctor’s offices to ensure seamless records management across patient care processes.
• Assists with gathering, processing & preparing charts/documentation needed prior to patient appointments or as part of follow-up.
• Receives and processes requests from providers and other staff to obtain outside records and reports.
• Handles incoming phone inquiries from patients related to medical records or imaging.
• May assist with maintaining inventory and supplies or office equipment.
• Assists with special projects as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees