Health Information Mgmt. Quality Control Spec.

Gardner Health Services • San Jose, CA

6d • Onsite

About The Position

Gardner Health Services is recruiting a full-time Health Information Management (HIM) Quality Control Specialist for its HIM Department, based at the corporate office in San Jose, California. The position works 40 hours per week and monitors and audits the efficiency and accuracy of HIM functions. It serves as a liaison and helpdesk for the department, supporting scanning, release of information, and clinical staff; auditing the electronic health record (EHR) for scanning errors and misfiles; and training newly hired staff on scanning. The specialist also completes special projects, including developing processes and communicating updates and changes to procedures or policies. Some travel between sites is required.

The recruitment remains open until the position is filled, and applications are reviewed on a first-come, first-served basis. Compensation and placement level depend on relevant experience and education. The posting lists compensation for a Release of Information Specialist as $22.00–$24.00 per hour; it does not specify a separate pay range for this position.

Gardner Health Services describes itself as a community-oriented healthcare provider with 10 clinics in the Bay Area, focused around San Jose and ranging from Gilroy to Atherton. Its mission is to provide high-quality, comprehensive medical and mental healthcare, including prevention and education, early intervention, treatment, and advocacy services that are affordable and respectful of cultural, linguistic, and age-related needs. The organization is an equal opportunity employer.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent; an equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
• Knowledge of medical terminology and computer terminology.
• At least 1 year of experience working in the medical field.
• At least 1 year of health record management experience or equivalent.
• At least 1 year of NextGen experience or equivalent.
• At least 1 year of training experience.
• Organizational and time-management skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Knowledge and understanding of document-scanning hardware and software functions.
• Basic knowledge of using a desktop computer.
• Knowledge of HIPAA and other state and federal privacy regulations.
• Ability to travel between sites as required.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and audit the efficiency and accuracy of Health Information Management functions.
• Act as a liaison and helpdesk for the HIM department across scanning, release of information, and clinical staff support.
• Audit the EHR for scanning errors and misfiled documents.
• Train newly hired staff on the scanning function.
• Complete special projects, including developing processes.
• Communicate updates and changes to procedures and policies.

Benefits

• Market-competitive salaries and benefits for eligible employees.
• Health, dental, and vision insurance with minimal out-of-pocket expenses for an entire family.
• 401(k) profit-sharing contributions.
• Life insurance.
• Employee assistance program.
• Annual education reimbursement.
• Generous paid time off and holiday leave bank.
• Healthy work/life balance.
• Commitment to diversity and inclusiveness.

What This Job Offers

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