HIM Supervisor

Erlanger Health System•Chattanooga, TN

53d

About The Position

Assists the manager in the planning and organization of medical record services. Supervises and supports record completion, archiving, indexing, filing, release of information, retrieval, and MPI functions in the Health Information Department ensuring workflow efficiency and quality. Assists the manager in establishing and monitoring performance improvement activities for the department as well as training and implementation of policies and procedures. Coordinates chart correction cases within EMR including evaluation of help desk requests, completing eSafes, assignment of correction tasks and verification completion and closure of the case. Works with clinicians to resolve request for amendment of records. Actively participates in Employee Engagement initiatives based on work culture scores and action plans. Performs other work-related duties as assigned.

Requirements

Associate degree in Health Information Management from an accredited college or university required.
Experience in an HIM department in a lead role can be used in lieu of a college degree.
De-escalation training, if applicable.
Knowledge of ICD-10-CM, ICD-10-PCS and CPT coding.
Strong communication, PC, and analytical skills required.
Current knowledge of state and federal laws regarding medical record confidentiality and privacy.
Current knowledge of NIAHO (National Integrated Accreditation for Healthcare Organizations) accreditation requirements and CMS Conditions of Participation.
Knowledge of computer systems used within the department copier, scanners, fax, and other types of office equipment.

Nice To Haves

Baccalaureate degree.
At least 2 years of supervisory experience in an acute care setting or a critical access setting preferred.
RHIT/RHIA

Responsibilities

Assists in planning and organization of medical record services.
Supervises and supports record completion, archiving, indexing, filing, release of information, retrieval, and MPI functions.
Ensures workflow efficiency and quality in the Health Information Department.
Assists in establishing and monitoring performance improvement activities.
Assists in training and implementation of policies and procedures.
Coordinates chart correction cases within EMR.
Evaluates help desk requests.
Completes eSafes.
Assigns correction tasks and verifies completion and closure of cases.
Works with clinicians to resolve requests for amendment of records.
Actively participates in Employee Engagement initiatives.
Performs other work-related duties as assigned.