HIM Clerk

UHS•Norfolk, VA

7d•Onsite

About The Position

Kempsville Center for Behavioral Health is a leading community partner providing acute, residential, and Partial Hospitalization treatment for children and teens exhibiting behavioral and/or mental health concerns. The hospital provides high quality care to children, adolescents and their families using quality, evidence-based practice treatments. Founded in 1986, Kempsville Center for Behavioral Health is a 106-bed hospital facility accredited by The Joint Commission (TJC) and licensed by the Commonwealth of Virginia and The Virginia Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services (DBHDS). Reporting to the Director of Health Information Management (HIM), the HIM clerk is responsible for a full range of administrative duties and ensures overall efficiency and ease of the records management operation within the department.

Requirements

Demonstrated entry level knowledge of medical terminology, acute/residential treatment, clinical science/ pathology, and psychiatric disorders.
Demonstrated advanced skill in the use of databases and spreadsheet applications, to prepare reports and analyze data.
Skill in reading medical terminology and analyzing data, in the preparation of files, and reports.
Previous experience working in hospital or equivalent setting, providing support and administrative assistance, relevant to record management.
Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
Skill in the use of computer systems and software applications, including Microsoft Office Suite (Word and Excel) preferred.
Must be able to handle multiple competing tasks, with minimum supervision, and take initiative on matters of revolving urgency.
Demonstrated knowledge of the applicability, review, and protection of HIPAA and Patient Health Information (PHI).
The physical requirements for this position include being able to read, write clearly, talk, and listen.
Must have normal auditory processing.
50% of time, incumbent is seated and talking on the phone or using a computer.
May require a valid Driver’s License.
Must be 21 years old or older.

Nice To Haves

Skill in the use of computer systems and software applications, including Microsoft Office Suite (Word and Excel) preferred.

Responsibilities

Sorts patient clinical/medical information alphabetically, chronologically, and by unit; files information in clinical records per established guidelines.
Prepares information and copies reports for mailing, in accordance with release of information company policies and procedures.
Assembles and analyzes discharged patent records.
Performs chart assembly and analysis to ensure 100% compliance; performs audits and compiles data for departmental reporting.
Fosters effective communication in the milieu consistent with therapeutic goals; fosters effective communication with staff members, and champions dialogue in addressing concerns.
Serves as a role model for patients/residents to observe and learn socially effective values, attitudes and behaviors and demonstrates Service Excellence.
Interprets facility and departmental policies and works cohesively with department in the attainment of organizational objectives.