What are the responsibilities and job description for the Health Information Technician I - Transcription position at Cedars-Sinai?
Job Description
Align yourself with an organization with a reputation for excellence! Cedars-Sinai was awarded the National Research Corporation’s Consumer Choice Award 19 times for providing the highest-quality medical care in Los Angeles. We were also awarded the Advisory Board Company’s Workplace of the Year. Cedars-Sinai offers an outstanding benefit package and competitive compensation. Join us! Discover why U.S. News & World Report has named us one of America’s Best Hospitals.
What will you be doing in this role?
Performs specialized health information activities necessary to organize, maintain and use electronic and paper patient health records. Depending on area assigned, may specialize in one or more clerical functions, such as coding clerical support, transcription processing and interface, coordination of record requests, image scanning quality auditing, or serve as the satellite rep in off-campus locations. Analyze I research errors. Participate in quality reviews. Compile and trend data and generate reports. Queries multiple electronic record and tracking systems. Understands chart organization and content, CSMC and external requirements related to chart documentation and privacy.
Meets department specified quality and productivity goals. Maintains records of various media in the centralized location; scans and indexes defined documents based on the system and information format to the correct patient record as dictated by department policies. Responds to customer requests in a timely manner and serves as a customer service liaison between the main campus and satellite locations.
Reviews transcription transmission error logs and resolve errors and issues within department-defined timelines. Assists clinicians with report corrections and works with vendor to ensure corrections are timely and accurate. Use various electronic systems to accurately determine report contact matches patient identity and condition/services received. Identify physician roles and responsibilities, linking PreOp reports and consults to applicable encounters, processing prenatal medical records, and processing of Ancillary reports.
Qualifications
Requirements:
High school diploma or GED diploma required. AA degree preferred.
A minimum of 2 years of experience in a healthcare setting or a related field required, or an equivalent level of education, training or work experience, which demonstrates the ability to perform the duties required for the position.
Why Cedars-Sinai?
Beyond outstanding employee benefits including health and dental insurance, paid vacation, and a 403(b), Cedar-Sinai takes pride in hiring the best employees. Our accomplished staff reflects the culturally and ethnically diverse community we serve. They are proof of our dedication to creating a dynamic, inclusive environment that fuels innovation.
Req ID : 8772
Working Title : Health Information Technician I - Transcription
Department : CSRC Transcription
Business Entity : Cedars-Sinai Medical Center
Job Category : Patient Financial Services
Job Specialty : Medical Records
Overtime Status : NONEXEMPT
Primary Shift : Day
Shift Duration : 8 hour
Base Pay : $23.00 - $34.11
Align yourself with an organization with a reputation for excellence! Cedars-Sinai was awarded the National Research Corporation’s Consumer Choice Award 19 times for providing the highest-quality medical care in Los Angeles. We were also awarded the Advisory Board Company’s Workplace of the Year. Cedars-Sinai offers an outstanding benefit package and competitive compensation. Join us! Discover why U.S. News & World Report has named us one of America’s Best Hospitals.
What will you be doing in this role?
Performs specialized health information activities necessary to organize, maintain and use electronic and paper patient health records. Depending on area assigned, may specialize in one or more clerical functions, such as coding clerical support, transcription processing and interface, coordination of record requests, image scanning quality auditing, or serve as the satellite rep in off-campus locations. Analyze I research errors. Participate in quality reviews. Compile and trend data and generate reports. Queries multiple electronic record and tracking systems. Understands chart organization and content, CSMC and external requirements related to chart documentation and privacy.
Meets department specified quality and productivity goals. Maintains records of various media in the centralized location; scans and indexes defined documents based on the system and information format to the correct patient record as dictated by department policies. Responds to customer requests in a timely manner and serves as a customer service liaison between the main campus and satellite locations.
Reviews transcription transmission error logs and resolve errors and issues within department-defined timelines. Assists clinicians with report corrections and works with vendor to ensure corrections are timely and accurate. Use various electronic systems to accurately determine report contact matches patient identity and condition/services received. Identify physician roles and responsibilities, linking PreOp reports and consults to applicable encounters, processing prenatal medical records, and processing of Ancillary reports.
Qualifications
Requirements:
High school diploma or GED diploma required. AA degree preferred.
A minimum of 2 years of experience in a healthcare setting or a related field required, or an equivalent level of education, training or work experience, which demonstrates the ability to perform the duties required for the position.
Why Cedars-Sinai?
Beyond outstanding employee benefits including health and dental insurance, paid vacation, and a 403(b), Cedar-Sinai takes pride in hiring the best employees. Our accomplished staff reflects the culturally and ethnically diverse community we serve. They are proof of our dedication to creating a dynamic, inclusive environment that fuels innovation.
Req ID : 8772
Working Title : Health Information Technician I - Transcription
Department : CSRC Transcription
Business Entity : Cedars-Sinai Medical Center
Job Category : Patient Financial Services
Job Specialty : Medical Records
Overtime Status : NONEXEMPT
Primary Shift : Day
Shift Duration : 8 hour
Base Pay : $23.00 - $34.11
Salary : $23 - $34
