Senior Health Information Management Tech - HIM (Hybrid, Up to 19.99 hours/week)

University of Texas Medical Branch (UTMB)•Galveston, TX

18h•Hybrid

About The Position

The Senior Health Information Management (HIM) Technician provides advanced technical skills in the day-to-day operations of HIM. This position involves independent judgment and decision-making to receive, maintain and evaluate health records per current policies, standards, regulations, and local/state/federal laws. In addition, under the direction of the Team Lead and/or Manager, performs more complex health records analyses and provides technical guidance and training.

Requirements

Associate’s Degree in Health Information Management or equivalent
Two (2) years of HIM experience or equivalent experience.
Excellent customer service skills, written and communication skills
Maintain a professional manner with patients, staff, and students
Ability to multitask in a high-paced work environment

Nice To Haves

Bilingual preferred (English/Spanish)

Responsibilities

Analyzes complex data for completeness and accuracy to ensure ongoing compliance with regulatory requirements, such as CMS, The Joint Commission, and the Medical Staff Bylaws, Rules, and Regulations
Serves as advisor to HIM Technicians for analysis of more complex health records and advises on correct process and procedures
Processes requests for the release of confidential information according to regulatory guidelines, such as HIPAA Privacy and Security Rule, Texas Health and Safety Code
Assists Medical Staff in the completion of records to avoid suspension of medical staff privileges
Scans/Indexes all paper and faxed documents deemed part of the legal medical record into the electronic health records system to the appropriate patient account with accuracy, timeliness, and uniformity
Maintains the integrity of the Master Patient Index
Assists in planning and conducting orientation and in-service training programs for staff
Assists in developing and implementing policies and procedures for the maintenance of health records
Maintains health records per current federal, state, and local laws, guidelines, and regulations that govern medical records
Interprets and communicates policies, procedures, standards, and regulations
Establishes and maintains effective working relationships with staff, management, hospital staff, and patients
Performs lead work activities.
It may be required to perform the functions of the lower-level classes in this series.
Adheres to internal controls and reporting structure.
Performs related duties as required.