Health Information Management Analyst

Sturdy Memorial Hospital•Attleboro, MA

5d•$21 - $32•Onsite

About The Position

The Health Information Management (HIM) Analyst I is responsible for performing the analysis of all Inpatient, Observation, ED (Emergency Department), Outpatient SDC (Surgical Day Center), Endoscopy, and Pain Management records to ensure the quality and completeness of clinical documentation as required by CMS Conditions of Participation. The HIM Analyst I will be responsible for prepping, scanning, and indexing documents. In addition, responsibilities include processing requests for Release of Information in accordance with HIPAA privacy laws.

Requirements

High school graduate or equivalent
Minimum of 1+ years experience in office/clerical/computer work.
Excellent command of verbal and written English; positive interpersonal communication dynamic with strong organizational skills.
Ability to clearly, accurately and professionally present and explain complex information to internal and external stakeholders.
Detail oriented with the ability to problem-solve using creative and critical thinking skills.
Ability to prioritize work, handle interruptions while meeting and exceeding quality and quantity expectations.
Excellent telephone skills.
Knowledge of medical terminology
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications. Proficiency in technology usage, including Microsoft office applications.
Operate general office equipment to include personal computer, scanner, printer, telephone, fax and copy machine.
Troubleshoot computer or system failures with IT to resolve downtime situations timely.
Work under minimal supervision, while maintaining optimal quality and productivity of work.
Safeguarding patient records and ensuring compliance with HIPAA standards.

Nice To Haves

Associates degree preferred
RHIT preferred
1+ years of experience in an acute care hospital setting, preferably in the Health Information Management Department.
Experience in Cerner a plus.

Responsibilities

Prepares medical documents for scanning, ensuring patient identifiers are on all pages and sides of a form.
Operates a high-speed scanner to digitally scan paper medical records into the electronic health record system.
Reviews scanned images for quality (legibility, completeness), selects the correct patient and visit, labels the type and subject for the scanned document.
Reviews patient charts for deficiencies and ensures compliance with DNV, CMS, and regulatory standards.
Processing requests for Release of Information in accordance with HIPAA privacy laws.