HIM Technician, LEAD

Company: Pipeline Health
Location: Oak Park
Posted on: June 15, 2022

Job Description:

Under general supervision of the Manager of Medical Records, this position assists with the coordination of functions within the Medical Records department including chart reconciliation, data capture, analysis and record completion. Completes concurrent chart reviews and abstracts clinical and quality data elements. Aggregates data abstracted and reports findings to the appropriate audience. Develops and maintains documentation audit elements and adheres to requests for data manipulation. Serves as the primary resource for the Horizon Patient Folder system. Responsibilities will include but may not be limited to: monitoring the system, troubleshooting issues, customer support to ensure on going satisfaction to all users, building and supporting workflow, managing document capture processes. Ensures proficient processes are maintained in accordance with department policies and procedures. Also participates in all software development testing, user training, development of policies and procedures, and understands the integration of all systems that affect department operations. Job Duties

• Supervision of processes pertaining to chart preparation and completion.
• Serves as the primary resource for the Horizon Patient Folder system
• Performs departmental Quality Assurance studies on all supervised areas.
• Assists with building and supporting workflow, monitoring the system, troubleshooting issues, and managing document capture processes.
• Assists with recruitment, interview process, orientation and training.
• Serves as floater when employees are absent, on LOA, or when a backlog arises.
• Assists Manager with responsibilities for compliance of the department with requirements and regulations for hospital accreditation and licensure, and requirements for the preparations and maintenance of records.
• *Uses various computer programs on a daily basis in inquiry about patient information and chart location.
• Reviews, abstracts and examines concurrent clinical documentation.
• Retrieves data using concurrent chart review and manipulates data using computer software.
• Presents statistical information abstracted to various audiences including Administration, Medical Staff and Clinical Leadership for quality improvement initiatives.
• Prepares periodic progress and monitoring reports on data collection and clinical data quality.
• Calculates and monitors productivity of staff.
• Completes payroll reporting including labor stats.
• Performs scheduling of staff to ensure sufficient workload coverage.
• Performs other duties as assigned. Job Qualifications -Minimum 2 Year College or Technical Training preferred. -RHIT or at least 5 Years HIM experience required -2-3 years related experience including experience in a medical record environment -Experience with HIM automated systems in a network environment a plus. -Previous leadership and electronic medical record experience a plus. West Suburban Medical Center and Pipeline Health Network provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training Job Type: Full-time Pay: From $19.00 per hour Benefits:
  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Disability insurance
  • Employee assistance program
  • Flexible spending account
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Vision insurance Schedule:
    • Monday to Friday Experience:
      • Medical records: 4 years (Required)
      • HIM: 5 years (Required) License/Certification:
        • RHIT (Required) Work Location: One location

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