Lead Health Information Management Technician

Altru Health System•Grand Forks, ND

56d•$18 - $27•Onsite

About The Position

Everything we do is underscored by a why — and that why is one another. Location: Altru Family Medicine Center 1380 S. Columbia Rd. Grand Forks, ND 58201 Pay Range: $17.92 - $26.88 Summary: The HIM Lead position is responsible for helping in the Release of Information, HIM Technician duties and Data Integrity areas as needed. This position will be accountable for productivity reports and supporting the HIM manager with review of policies/procedures for the HIM department. Essential Job Functions: Ensures that PHI and business information are available only to authorized clinicians and used for authorized purposes. Monitors the Pneumatic Tube System and all incoming inpatient and/or outpatient documentation to the HIM department to be processed, prepped, sorted, indexed, and scanned. Ensures complete and accurate health records by working closely within all operational areas of HIM using knowledge of all HIM workstations, all relevant hospital systems, and interfaces and workflows to analyze, correct, and make suggestions for enhancement and improvement processes within the department and Epic. Reviews requests for Protected Health Information (PHI) to ensure the request is HIPAA compliant. Retrieves requested PHI and processes requests according to established policies and procedures. Processes subpoenas/dispositions/court orders and potential HIPAA breaches collaboratively with the HIM Manager, HIPAA Privacy Officer, and Risk management in complying with patient rights to inspect, amend, correct, restrict, and release PHI. Validates, verifies, and monitors all information contained in the database and in reports against information in the system to ensure the integrity of the data. Maintains accuracy of Altru Health System’s Master patient index by following up on medical records numbers and/or account numbers by validation of patient, eliminating duplication, and maintaining accuracy. Generates reports requested from ancillary departments, providers, and administration as well as distribution of Productivity Reports within the teams. Assists in the development, testing, analysis implementations, and maintenance of HIM Systems. Performs other duties as assigned or needed to meet the needs of the department/organization. Making a real difference. For one another. To take the best care of our patients and community — including friends, family, and neighbors — we need people who are committed to growth, excellence, and one another. At Altru, you’ll find a culture where support and teamwork are at the heart of what we do. You’ll have opportunities to advance your skills, work with the latest technologies, experience the fulfillment that comes from giving back, and take your career wherever you want it to go. Join our team and be a part of a small community with a big heart. Altru offers a comprehensive benefits package to its full- and part-time employees. Excellent benefits include a health plan and 401(k) retirement plan. Other benefits include a dental plan, vision plan, life and disability insurance, education assistance, paid time off (PTO) At Altru, everything we do is underscored by a why—and that why is one another. We believe in the power of community and the difference we can make together. As the trusted healthcare provider in our region, we’re driven by a commitment to quality care and creating a supportive environment where every team member can thrive. Here, you’ll have opportunities to advance your skills, work with the latest technologies, and experience the fulfillment that comes from giving back—taking your career wherever you want it to go. Join our team and be part of a small community with a big heart. Altru provides reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities to increase opportunities and eliminate barriers to employment. If you need a reasonable accommodation in the application process to access job postings, to apply for a job, for a job interview, for pre-employment testing, or with the onboarding process, please contact Altru’s Human Resources Department at [email protected] or 701.780.5107. Altru is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Learn more or to request a copy of our Equal Employment Opportunity and Eligibility policy and Affirmative Action Plan at no charge, please contact Altru’s Human Resources Department at [email protected] or 701.780.5107. Additionally, the following poster is available through the Department of Labor: Know Your Rights. Altru participates in E-Verify and may provide the Social Security Administration and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization.

Requirements

A minimum of 3 years Related Experience
This position requires proficiency in reading, writing, and speaking English to ensure effective communication in the workplace and with patients, families, and team members.

Nice To Haves

Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT) | American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA)

Responsibilities

Ensures that PHI and business information are available only to authorized clinicians and used for authorized purposes.
Monitors the Pneumatic Tube System and all incoming inpatient and/or outpatient documentation to the HIM department to be processed, prepped, sorted, indexed, and scanned.
Ensures complete and accurate health records by working closely within all operational areas of HIM using knowledge of all HIM workstations, all relevant hospital systems, and interfaces and workflows to analyze, correct, and make suggestions for enhancement and improvement processes within the department and Epic.
Reviews requests for Protected Health Information (PHI) to ensure the request is HIPAA compliant.
Retrieves requested PHI and processes requests according to established policies and procedures.
Processes subpoenas/dispositions/court orders and potential HIPAA breaches collaboratively with the HIM Manager, HIPAA Privacy Officer, and Risk management in complying with patient rights to inspect, amend, correct, restrict, and release PHI.
Validates, verifies, and monitors all information contained in the database and in reports against information in the system to ensure the integrity of the data.
Maintains accuracy of Altru Health System’s Master patient index by following up on medical records numbers and/or account numbers by validation of patient, eliminating duplication, and maintaining accuracy.
Generates reports requested from ancillary departments, providers, and administration as well as distribution of Productivity Reports within the teams.
Assists in the development, testing, analysis implementations, and maintenance of HIM Systems.
Performs other duties as assigned or needed to meet the needs of the department/organization.