HIM Processing Associate (40 Hours, Days)

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY : The Health Information Management (HIM) Assistant maintains the integrity of the medical records by collecting, preparing, scanning, processing, copying and responding to medical record inquiries in a manner consistent with medical, administrative, ethical, legal, and regulatory requirements. Opens mail, sends for and releases medical information, prepares medical records and tests for scanning, files, copies, and faxes medical information. Ensures accurate and timely entry of data into various databases. Generates required reports. Ensures transmission of required data to governmental entities. Provide auditors complete and accurate documentation to increase reimbursement and decrease denials. Position: HIM Processing Associate Department: Fixed Dept Vacancy Factor Schedule: Full Time, 40 Hours, Days JOB REQUIREMENTS EDUCATION: High School diploma required with at least 1 full year experience as a Health Information Management clerk or related experience. Must possess competent computer skills, with windows-based experience. KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS: Ability to speak, read, and write the English language. Ability to push or pull 40 pounds. Must possess excellent visual skills, be detailed oriented, and follow instructions explicitly. Must possess interpersonal skills to deal effectively with physicians, nursing units, and other departments. Required: coverage for Birth Registry is a must. Training will be provided, but best candidate will have Birth Registry experience or State Law/Regulation proficiency. Compensation Range: $16.66- $24.77 This range offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications. However, our approach to determining base pay is comprehensive, and a broad range of factors is considered when making an offer. This includes education, experience, and licensure/certifications directly related to position requirements. In addition, BMCHS offers generous total compensation that includes, but is not limited to, benefits (medical, dental, vision, pharmacy), contract increases, Flexible Spending Accounts, 403(b) savings matches, earned time cash out, paid time off, career advancement opportunities, and resources to support employee and family wellbeing. Equal Opportunity Employer/Disabled/Veterans According to the FTC, there has been a rise in employment offer scams. Our current job openings are listed on our website and applications are received only through our website. We do not ask or require downloads of any applications, or “apps” job offers are not extended over text messages or social media platforms. We do not ask individuals to purchase equipment for or prior to employment.