Health Information Specialist

ARKANSAS CHILDREN'S IS A TOBACCO FREE WORKPLACE. FLU VACCINES ARE REQUIRED. ARKANSAS CHILDREN'S IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. ALL QUALIFIED APPLICANTS WILL RECEIVE CONSIDERATION FOR EMPLOYMENT WITHOUT REGARD TO RACE, COLOR, RELIGION, SEX, SEXUAL ORIENTATION, GENDER IDENTITY OR EXPRESSION, NATIONAL ORIGIN, AGE, DISABILITY, PROTECTED VETERAN STATUS OR ANY OTHER CHARACTERISTIC PROTECTED BY FEDERAL, STATE, OR LOCAL LAWS. CURRENT EMPLOYEES: Please apply via the internal career site by logging into your Workday Account (https://www.myworkday.com/archildrens/)and search the "Find Jobs" report. Work Shift: Please see job description for details. Time Type: Full time Department: CC035094 ARHMS FY18 Summary: Arkansas Children's Research Institute - Temporary/Full-time position (15 months) - 3 yrs EMR exp required Maintain abstraction responsibilities for assigned health care facilities. Responsible for case identification of children eligible for birth defect registry and/or special studies by reviewing ICD-9/10 codes, hospital logs, and diagnosis reports from specific health care facilities. Other responsibilities include medical record review and abstraction of ARHMS data elements for identified subjects. Additional Information: Arkansas Children's Research Institute Temporary/Full-time position (15 months) 3 yrs EMR exp required Some in-state travel may be required Initial in-person training required, with possibility to work hybrid 3 - 4 days per week after fully trained Required Education: Associate Degree Recommended Education: Bachelor's Degree Required Work Experience: Related Field - 3 years of experience Recommended Work Experience: Required Certifications: 1 of the following certifications is required - Recommended Certifications: Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA) - American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA), Registered Health Information Technologist (RHIT) - American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA) Description 1. Accurately identifies, abstracts, and codes medical and demographic information for ARHMS. 2. Prepares all documentation required prior to and following visits at facilities. 3. Follows all procedures for confirming and finalizing information collected for ARHMS. 4. Communicates with and travels to assigned health care facilities. 5. Attends and participates in required meetings for ARHMS personnel regarding surveillance and/or research projects. 6. Serves as a liaison to departments within and outside the hospital to consult, advise and provide general support to the Medical Director. 7. Assist in research study activities and performs other duties as assigned by the Medical Director. 8. Performs other duties as assigned. Arkansas Children’s is the only hospital system in the state dedicated to caring for children, which enables us to uniquely shape the landscape of pediatric care in Arkansas. Arkansas Children’s is driven by four core values—safety, teamwork, compassion and excellence—which inform every action. Arkansas Children’s Hospital has received Magnet Status from the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), for nursing excellence and patient outcomes. And we are nationally ranked by U.S. News & World Report for Cancer, Cardiology & Heart Surgery, Diabetes & Endocrinology, Nephrology, Neurology & Neurosurgery, Pulmonology & Lung Surgery and Urology. For more than a century, Arkansas Children’s has met the unique needs of children. But we’re more than just a hospital treating sick kids—our services include two hospitals, a pediatric research institute, foundation, clinics, education and outreach, all with an unyielding commitment to making children better today and healthier tomorrow. Arkansas Children’s Little Rock campus includes a 336-bed hospital with the state’s only pediatric Level 1 Trauma Center, burn center, Level 4 neonatal intensive care and pediatric intensive care, as well as a nationally-recognized transport service. And Arkansas Children’s Northwest provides inpatient and emergency care, clinic rooms and diagnostic services to children in that corner of the state. “Arkansas Children’s is a place of hope and comfort for children and parents. When you are at children’s, you are part of an elite team united with a common goal of saving children and making their lives better.” Michael – Business Operations Manager “Arkansas Children’s Hospital is a prestigious institution that cares for children.” Linda – Information Systems Analyst “We are an organization of care, love, and hope while we champion children.” Angela – Parking and Fleet Coordinator “Care, love, and hope for children!” Kathy – Administrative Assistant “When I think of my time here at Arkansas Children’s Hospital, I can honestly say that it has given me a unique perspective on the human condition, and the various roles that we all have in patient care. As a supply assistant, I have a very important job ensuring that the doctors and nurses have what they need to provide the world class medical care to the Children of Arkansas and surrounding states. Being a Champion for Children is more than a catch phrase, it is a way of life!” Nick – Supply Assistant