Health Information Specialist I

Health Information Specialist I

28234

Position Summary:

Performs chart processing function for the patient medical record; such as prepare, scan, index, and quality review of the scanned medical record.

Responsibilities:

• Works in numerous EMR's reviewing release information with a high level of accuracy and documents appropriately for accounting of disclosure

• Reviews the legal components of the medical record, ensuring that release of information activities are performed with the highest level of accuracy

• Uses knowledge and training of regulatory compliance and RCW, as it relates to patients right to restrict and amend their record

• Follows record retention guidelines, including Kootenai Health's policy for records destruction and age of retention, also outlined in RCW 70.41.190

• Manages the patient identity in accordance with the red flag rules and regulations

• Performs other related duties as assigned

• Familiar with standard concepts, practices, and procedures within the field

• Regular and predictable attendance is an essential job function

• Competent to meet age specific needs of the unit assigned

Requirements and Minimum Qualifications:

• High School diploma or equivalent preferred

• 2 years previous medical office or medical record experience preferred

• Demonstrates ability to apply knowledge of office operation and proficiency in computer applications related to position duties with a variety of software

Working Conditions:

• Must be able to maintain a sitting position

• Typical equipment used in an office job

• Repetitive movements

About Kootenai Health

Kootenai Health is a highly esteemed health care organization, serving patients throughout northern Idaho and the Inland Northwest. We pride ourselves on our outstanding reputation as both an employer and a health care provider. We have been recognized with many accolades and distinctions including being recognized as a Gallup Great Workplace, No. 1 Best Place to Work in Large Healthcare Organizations, and Magnet Status for Nursing Excellence.

As your next employer, we are excited to offer you:

• 100% employer-paid health insurance premiums for full-time employees. Part-time employees pay only a small portion a month for medical, dental, and vision coverage. Benefits start 1st of the month following 30 days of employment

• A tuition assistance program available after 90 days. If you want to further your education, we'll help you pay for it

• Kootenai Health will match your contributions in a defined contribution 457 retirement plan based on years of service ranging from 3-6 percent. Kootenai Health will contribute an amount equal to two percent of your gross earnings

• Competitive salaries with night, weekend and PRN shift differentials

• An award-winning and incentive-driven wellness program. Including a MyHealth corporate team, onsite financial seminars and coaching

• Employees receive discounts at The Wellness Bar, PEAK Fitness, various cell phone carriers, and more

• Robust and interactive employee bonus program, utilize our mobile ERIN app to alert employees to new positions, make referrals and track your bonuses

• And much more

If you strive to be an integral part of a high-quality healthcare system like Kootenai Health, we want to meet you!

Apply today! Please reach out to Lindsay Buchanan at lbuchanan@kh.org with any questions.

Kootenai Health complies with applicable federal civil rights laws and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or sex. Kootenai Health does not exclude people or treat them differently because of race, color, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or sex.