Medical Records Specialist - PACE CNY

Loretto•Village of North Syracuse, NY

9d•$22 - $24•Onsite

About The Position

Under the general direction and supervision of the Health Information Director/Designee, the Compliance/Health Information Specialist audits compliance with clinical and non-clinical regulations pertaining to PACE CNY and the Diagnostic and Treatment Center (D&TC). The Specialist also assists the Director with reporting, maintaining electronic medical record (EMR) functions, auditing health-information activities, and other departmental work. This position is onsite in Syracuse, NY and is not a hybrid or remote opportunity.

Requirements

Associate degree in Health Information Management or another related healthcare field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience that provides proficiency in the listed responsibilities.
Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT) or Certification in Healthcare Compliance (CHC) required.
At least 3 years of experience in health information management.
Ability to work with all disciplines and areas of the healthcare field.
Proficiency with MS Office and ability to learn new software rapidly.
Prior experience with EMR systems.
Attention to detail and accurate input skills.
Strong organizational and analytical skills, including ability to prioritize work.
Strong written and verbal communication skills and strong time-management skills.

Nice To Haves

A combination of outpatient and inpatient experience is preferred.
Experience in healthcare compliance is strongly suggested.
Knowledge and experience in a managed-care environment is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

Audit EMR documentation and data for accuracy, integrity, completeness, and compliance with applicable federal and state requirements.
Prepare continually for audits from DOH and CMS, monitor requirements and compliance, share information with the Health Information Director, and assist with corrective-action planning.
Audit internal processes, EMR documentation, and other data for regulatory compliance; identify, investigate, and report compliance issues, irregularities, and violations to the Health Information Director.
Assist with implementing and maintaining the PACE CNY compliance program, including reviewing the program and providing relevant staff training as requested by the Health Information Director.
Conduct functional and process audits as directed; identify deficiencies and potential corrective actions and advise management.
Compile monthly census and program reports and distribute them as appropriate.
Ensure medical information is shared with and received from skilled nursing facilities, adult housing, and other entities as required by regulations.
Complete routine health-information disclosures to participants, family members, and other caregivers in compliance with state and federal regulations.
Assist with ongoing employee training related to privacy; monitor the program and staff for potential confidentiality breaches, advise the Health Information Director of concerns, and assist with corrective-action planning.
Perform departmental quality-assurance functions required for regulatory compliance and program quality standards.
Audit EMR record maintenance and health-information releases, ancillary quality assurance, discharge summaries, Part A Days, and follow-up of specialists’ reports; summarize findings and assist the Health Information Director with developing, implementing, and monitoring plans of correction.