HIM Specialist Sr
About The Position
The Senior HIM Specialist performs advanced Health Information Management functions that support the integrity, accuracy, and availability of patient health records across the medical record lifecycle. The role independently manages complex workflows, serves as a resource within the HIM department, and supports providers and internal stakeholders in a fast-paced environment. Success requires advanced HIM expertise, knowledge of HIPAA and regulatory requirements, and the ability to work independently and accurately under pressure. The position is at Baylor St. Luke’s Medical Center, a 1,045-bed facility in the Texas Medical Center. The hospital is a joint venture with Baylor College of Medicine and is recognized for research and clinical excellence. Its McNair Campus is a 27.5-acre campus designed around the human experience and focused on patient care, research, and education.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED.
- At least 2 years of Health Information Management experience in an acute care or healthcare setting, or progress toward RHIT, RHIA, or a healthcare or business college degree program with relevant related experience.
- Experience with electronic medical record (EMR) systems and HIM applications.
- Knowledge of HIPAA and regulatory requirements.
- Ability to work independently and accurately under pressure.
Nice To Haves
- Associate degree in a health-related field (RHIT) or completion of a healthcare degree program (RHIA).
- Experience with data integrity, chart analysis, and record completion workflows.
- Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA) or Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT).
Responsibilities
- Perform advanced document imaging, including preparation, scanning, indexing, and quality review.
- Analyze medical records for completeness and assign and manage deficiencies in accordance with regulatory requirements.
- Investigate and resolve data integrity issues, such as duplicate or unlinked medical record numbers, and maintain Master Patient Index accuracy.
- Process and reconcile rejected orders and support provider completion workflows.
- Support and process release of information (ROI) requests in compliance with regulatory standards.
- Ensure adherence to HIPAA and patient confidentiality requirements.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
High school or GED
