Medical Records Analyst - Inpatient

Lifepoint Health • Winchester, TN

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Highpoint Health – Winchester with Ascension Saint Thomas is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network. As a Data Analyst joining our team, you’re embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier. Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve. Join a close-knit Health Information Management team where collaboration and teamwork are part of the everyday culture. Our experienced team members are cross-trained to support one another, share responsibilities and provide coverage when needed. You'll join a welcoming department where employees work together, communicate across the hospital and take pride in maintaining accurate, accessible and confidential patient health information.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent, required.
• Basic computer proficiency required; ability to learn electronic medical record systems.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to accurately organize and process medical record documentation.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently following training while also contributing to a collaborative team environment.
• Ability to manage repetitive, detail-oriented work while maintaining accuracy and productivity.

Nice To Haves

• Previous healthcare, hospital, medical records or HIM experience preferred, but not required.
• Previous experience with Meditech or an electronic medical record system is a plus.
• Familiarity with healthcare documentation and medical records is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Reviews and processes inpatient discharge records to ensure appropriate documentation is maintained within the electronic medical record.
• Sorts and organizes inpatient medical record documentation in preparation for scanning.
• Identifies appropriate documentation and accurately scans records into the Meditech electronic medical record system.
• Reviews documentation for completeness and proper placement within the patient record.
• Maintains accuracy, organization and confidentiality when handling protected health information.
• Assists with incoming department phone calls and provides courteous assistance or routes calls as appropriate.
• Assists patients, visitors and other walk-in customers presenting to the Health Information Management department.
• Communicates effectively with HIM team members and other hospital departments regarding medical record needs.
• Works collaboratively within a cross-trained HIM team, providing coverage and assistance in other areas as needed.
• Maintains HIPAA standards and protects the confidentiality and security of patient information at all times.
• Performs other HIM-related duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage for full-time and part-time employees.
• Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave and paid time off.
• Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.
• Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).
• Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED