Health Information Management Specialist

CenterWell • Stone Mountain, GA

324d • $39,000 - $49,400

About The Position

The Health Information Management Specialist assembles and maintains patients' health information in medical records and charts. Performs varied activities and moderately complex administrative/operational/customer support assignments. Performs computations. Typically works on semi-routine assignments. The Health Information Management Specialists ensures all forms are properly identified, completed, and signed. Enters all necessary information into the system. Communicates with physicians and staff to clarify diagnoses or get additional information. May also assign a code to each diagnosis and procedure. Decisions are typically focus on interpretation of area/department policy and methods for completing assignments. Works within defined parameters to identify work expectations and quality standards, but has some latitude over prioritization/timing, and works under minimal direction. Follows standard policies/practices that allow for some opportunity for interpretation/deviation and/or independent discretion.

Requirements

• Less than 3 years working knowledge of computers, or a demonstrated technical aptitude.
• Professional appearance and attitude.
• Demonstrated organizational skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Word and Excel.
• Valid state driver's license and proof of personal vehicle liability insurance with at least 100/300/100 limits.
• Ability to quickly learn new systems.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Ability to travel locally (potentially overnight occasionally).

Nice To Haves

• Associate's or Bachelor's Degree in a related field.
• Previous healthcare or health insurance experience.
• Familiarity with medical terminology and/or ICD-9 codes.

Responsibilities

• Assemble and maintain patients' health information in medical records and charts.
• Perform varied activities and moderately complex administrative/operational/customer support assignments.
• Ensure all forms are properly identified, completed, and signed.
• Enter all necessary information into the system.
• Communicate with physicians and staff to clarify diagnoses or get additional information.
• Assign a code to each diagnosis and procedure as needed.

Benefits

• Medical, dental and vision benefits.
• 401(k) retirement savings plan.
• Paid time off, company and personal holidays, volunteer time off.
• Paid parental and caregiver leave.
• Short-term and long-term disability.
• Life insurance.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree