Health Information Technician I

Prime Healthcare•Pampa, TX

7d•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a Health Information Technician I, sometimes referred to as our Health Information Management Technician I (HIM) or Medical Records Technician I in our Data Quality department. Our Health Information Technician I secures, assembles, and maintains patient health records after discharge, ensuring all documentation is complete and properly filed in the legal medical record. The Health Information Technician I will manage loose reports, process authorized record requests, and maintain accurate chart tracking for easy retrieval. The Health Information Technician I also includes reviewing emergency room documentation for completeness and providing customer service to physicians, patients, and families while protecting confidentiality.

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent

Nice To Haves

Experience with accurate alphabetic and numeric filing
One year hospital experience
Knowledge of terminal digit filing and medical terminology
Computer data entry with 10-key, with accurate typing speed of 35 wpm
Completion of a medical terminology course
Background in business and office training

Responsibilities

Collect, organize, scan, and maintain patient medical records in paper and electronic systems ensuring accuracy and completeness
Process and release medical records for authorized requests while following HIPAA and hospital privacy requirements
Review charts for missing signatures or deficiencies and support compliance with audits and regulatory standards
Use hospital EHR systems to track, update, and retrieve records while correcting errors and maintaining data integrity
Assist physicians, patients, and families with record requests and questions while providing courteous customer service and confidentiality