HIM Assistant

SOUTHWESTERN AND AFFILIATES • Evansville, IN

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Southwestern Healthcare, Inc. and its affiliate corporations are the largest providers of community-based behavioral healthcare in Southwestern Indiana, offering a full range of mental health and addictions treatment and related educational services. We are seeking a full-time HIM (Health Information Management) Assistant to add to our team of professionals. This position provides information about patients and/or access to protected health information and maintains the accuracy, security, and integrity of health information.

Requirements

• High School diploma or GED.
• Knowledge of HIPAA guidelines is required.
• Working knowledge of computers and more specifically Microsoft Excel.
• Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills.
• Detailed oriented.
• Must pass required background checks including county/state checks, CPS check, sex offender registry check, and drug screen.

Nice To Haves

• Prior medical office experience.
• Electronic Health Record experience is highly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Releases protected health information to authorized individuals while adhering to company guidelines.
• Scans and files all paper documents in the Electronic Health Record.
• Assists with department projects as needed.
• Provides excellent customer service to clients, the public, and treatment providers.
• Promotes a teamwork approach within the HIM department.

Benefits

• Affordable Health, Dental, Vision, and Voluntary Life Insurance that starts DAY ONE of employment!
• 401K Employer Contribution & Match
• Student Loan Assistance Program
• Physical & Financial Wellness Programs
• Generous Paid Time Off plan
• Competitive Total Compensation Program

What This Job Offers

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