Health Information Management Specialist

Pullman Regional Hospital•Pullman, WA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Health Information Specialist, under the supervision of the Director or designee, is responsible for performing routine clerical functions in the Health Information Management (HIM) department and entering patient records in the Electronic Medical Record (EMR) according to standard procedures and specific direction in compliance with HIPAA regulations. This includes, but is not limited to sorting, scanning, indexing, and managing the release of information.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills with colleagues and customers.
Comfort in answering phones and speaking with customers on the phone.
Ability to learn and utilize recent technologies.
Ability to manage time, tasks, and resources appropriately.
Strong typing skills/speed.
Competent in computer skills including Outlook, Zoom and Microsoft Office.
Must have the ability to adapt to a varied routine of office work with frequent interruptions.
Must be very detailed oriented and analytical to determine completeness and validity of requests for release of PHI.
Ability to read and write clearly, and understand policies and procedures, labels, and written instructions.

Nice To Haves

Experience in a medical setting.

Responsibilities

Establish and maintain communication and collaboration with colleagues, patients, and community members, to promote teamwork and positive patient outcomes.
Promotes and contributes to a positive work environment, serving others with a professional and cheerful outlook.
Encourages equitable division of workload.
Keep current with the changes in professionalism and hospital policy.
Ensure completion of regulatory and departmental competencies within the period set by your supervisor.
Accountable to demonstrate work effectiveness through safe completion of assigned tasks in a timely manner.
Uses appropriate delegation to assist in patient care.
Follow high reliability practices set by the organization and/or department and report safety concerns.
Participate in quality improvement projects throughout the organization to support a safe work environment.
Participate in all assigned meetings and committee assignments.
Sorting, scanning, indexing, and managing the release of information.

Benefits

Medical/Vision
Dental
Health Savings Account
Paid Leave Time
Employer Paid Life Insurance
Long-Term Disability
Retirement with Employer Matching Contributions
Voluntary Benefits that include: Life Insurance, Critical Illness, Accident Insurance, and Short-Term Disability
Services Discount
EAP Resources