HIM Specialist Sr
About The Position
As our Senior HIM Specialist, you will perform advanced Health Information Management functions that support the integrity, accuracy, and availability of patient health records across the medical record lifecycle. Every day you will independently manage complex workflows, including document imaging, chart analysis, data integrity resolution, and record completion. You will serve as a resource within the HIM department and support providers and internal stakeholders in a fast-paced environment. To be successful in this role, you will bring advanced HIM expertise, strong knowledge of HIPAA and regulatory requirements, and the ability to work independently and accurately under pressure.
Requirements
- High School Graduate General Studies
- High School GED General Studies
- 1-3 years Minimum of 2 years of Health Information Management experience in an acute care or healthcare setting or progress towards a RHIT, RHIA or progress towards a healthcare or business college degree program with relevant related experience
- Experience with electronic medical record (EMR) systems and HIM applications required
Nice To Haves
- Associates Other Associates Degree in health-related field (RHIT) or completion of healthcare degree program (RHIA) preferred
- Experience with data integrity, chart analysis, and record completion workflows preferred
- Registered Health Information Administrator preferred
- Registered Health Information Technician preferred
Responsibilities
- Perform advanced HIM functions including document imaging (prep, scan, index, quality review)
- Analyze medical records for completeness; assign and manage deficiencies in accordance with regulatory requirements
- Investigate and resolve data integrity issues (e.g., 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
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
