Health Information Management Tech

NorthKey Community Care • Covington, KY

6d • $14 - $15 • Onsite

About The Position

NorthKey Community Care is hiring for a Health Information Management Technician. This position is responsible for compiling, processing, and maintaining medical records within NorthKey Community Care’s Electronic Health Record (EHR) system and paper records system in a manner consistent with medical, administrative, ethical, legal, and regulatory requirements. This position is responsible for performing functions that support health information management and document imaging in a hybrid health record environment.

Requirements

• Experience with electronic health records is required.
• Proficiency with medical office systems and electronic health records (EHRs).
• Strong knowledge of medical terminology and coding systems.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and prioritize tasks effectively.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills.

Nice To Haves

• An associate’s degree in health information management (or related field of study) is preferred.
• Working towards RHIT certification is preferred.
• One year of experience with medical records/health information is preferred.
• Previous experience in a medical office or healthcare setting is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Respond to requests for copies of health records; ensure appropriate paperwork (HIPAA and 42 CFR Part 2 compliant release of information, consents, subpoena, etc.) is on file, and log details of requests for health information. Practice minimum necessary doctrine; ensure that copies include only information that is requested and available to be released. Obtain authorization from appropriate parties.
• Process, store, and retrieve electronic health information. Maintain and utilize a variety of health record indexes, storage, and retrieval systems, both paper and electronic.
• Adhere to HIPAA and 42 CFR Part 2 policies and procedures and maintain strict confidentiality in matters of client information.
• Ensure that client records are complete and accurate, and consistently work to reduce the number of data collection errors in the electronic health record.
• Scan client documentation into the electronic health record as needed.
• Prepare electronic data to submit for state reporting.
• Process disability requests.
• Pull paper charts as needed for record requests.
• Process chart audits.
• Mail certifications and/or deliver to the courthouse or attorney’s offices as needed.
• Train staff on health information management procedures.
• Answer phone calls in response to request inquiries, status of release, etc.
• Maintain knowledge and understanding of HIPAA, 42 CFR Part 2 regulations, and NorthKey’s Privacy Policies.

Benefits

• Potential for up to 12% contingency bonus
• Generous plan for paid time off (PTO) (Up to 16 days the first year)
• 10 Paid Holidays
• Individual and family insurance coverage: Various medical, vision, and dental plans to choose from
• HSA Employer match up to $1000, depending on plan
• 401(k) with employer match
• Professional Development
• Potential eligibility for student loan forgiveness through the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program
• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

What This Job Offers

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