Health Information Records Analyst I

Geisinger • Danville, PA

8d • Onsite

About The Position

The Health Information Management (HIM) Health Records Analyst manages patient data within the healthcare facility, ensuring the accuracy, organization, and security of health records. Additionally, this position provides reasonable assurance to the organization that patient care and satisfaction remain a priority within the day-to-day operations. This is achieved by compiling, processing, maintaining, and sustaining medical records of hospital and clinic patients in a manner consistent with medical, administrative, ethical, legal, and regulatory requirements of the healthcare system. The specific statements in this profile are not intended to be all-inclusive. They represent typical elements considered necessary to successfully perform the job. Relevant experience may be a combination of related work experience and degree obtained (Associate’s Degree = 2 years; Bachelor’s Degree = 4 years)

Requirements

• High School Diploma or Equivalent (GED)- (Required)
• Communication
• Data Entry
• Flexibility
• Medical Records Management
• Medical Records Systems
• Working Independently

Responsibilities

• Learns the fundamentals of health records and health information management (HIM).
• Learns the terminal digit order filing system to appropriately locate historical paper and microfilmed medical records as requested.
• Develops a general understanding of Epic Chart Desk.
• Develops an understanding of policies/procedure documented in the systems policy repository specific to job role.
• Processes health records as applicable (i.e. paper medical record scanning, adoption cases, chart destruction/retention, unidentified patient assignment/merges, date of death processing, medical record assignment, etc.).
• Answers phone calls, satisfies requests, and relays messages as associated with the role.
• Develops an understanding of scanning methodologies (ex. HIM scans, Fax Image Management System (FIMS), Clinic scanning etc.).
• Develops a familiarity of all areas of HIM/locations and the role each team plays.
• Learns what a duplicate medical record is, how to identify/report, etc.
• General understanding of chart corrections, to appropriately direct callers and assist as needed.
• Work is typically performed in an office environment.
• Accountable for satisfying all job specific obligations and complying with all organization policies and procedures.

Benefits

• We offer healthcare benefits for full time and part time positions from day one, including vision, dental and domestic partners.
• We encourage an atmosphere of collaboration, cooperation and collegiality.
• We know that a diverse workforce with unique experiences and backgrounds makes our team stronger.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees