Health Info Mgt Spec

GENERAL SUMMARY

Performs clerical functions relating to reviewing and maintaining medical records for consumers and preparing documents to be sent to Central for scanning.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Essential functions are the basic job duties that an employee must be able to perform, with or without reasonable accommodation. The list of essential functions, as outlined herein, is intended to be representative of the tasks performed within this classification. The omission of a function does not preclude management from assigning essential duties not listed herein if such duties relate to the position.

• Creates, maintains, scans, and reviews consumer medical records, documents, reports, and information for the program.

• Sorts, assembles, and preps consumer documents for filing into paper consumer records or for scanning into the electronic medical record.

• Requests consumer documents from external health care providers and hospitals.

• Collects request forms for release of information and forwards to Central release of information department for processing.

• Reviews consumer documents to ensure completion. Reports deficiencies to supervisor for follow up and compiles related deficiency report.

• Assists internal and external customers with health information inquiries.

• Prepares paper records (not scanned) for transfer to offsite storage in accordance with established procedure.

• Performs other related duties as required.

MINIMUM ENTRANCE QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Experience

• High School diploma or equivalency and one (1) year of experience in an office setting.

Licenses or Certifications

• None

Other Requirements

• Must maintain a valid driver's license and automobile insurance coverage, be able to travel as needed, and be able to meet on a consistent basis the driving record requirements of the Company's auto insurance carrier if you drive your vehicle during company business.

• Must maintain required credentials and mandatory training requirements to ensure compliance with all State regulations and CHCS policies.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• None

SUPERVISION

• Job has no responsibility for the direction or supervision of others.

COMPETENCIES FOR SUCCESSFUL PERFORMANCE OF JOB DUTIES

Knowledge of:

• Electronic medical record

• Principles and practices of recordkeeping

• Release of information procedures

• Document transfer procedure

• Applicable software applications

• Modern office procedures, methods and computer equipment.

Skilled in:

• Customer service

• Organization and time management.

• Performing a variety of duties, often changing from one task to another of a different nature.

• Performing basic mathematical functions such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, percentages, and ratios.

Ability to:

• Accurately organize and maintain paper documents and electronic files.

• Effectively communicate, both verbally and in writing.

• Establish and maintain effective working relationships.

• Maintain accurate and complete records.

• Maintain the confidentiality of information and professional boundaries.

• Meet schedules and deadlines of the work.

• Prepare clear and concise reports.

• Understand and carry out oral and written directions.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Must have adequate mobility that requires frequent walking, standing, bending, stooping, kneeling, reaching (vertical and horizontal), using fingers, hands, feet, legs and torso in various care.

928 W Commerce Monday

• Friday 8:30 am

• 5:30 pm

Code : 6444-5

HOURLY RATE RANGE: $16.00-$19.20