HIM Clerk

Description

Responsible for accurately scanning/importing internal and external documents into WIHCC patients’ electronic health record in a timely manner. Performs audits of scanned documents, as assigned by HIM supervisor. Distributes patient documents to different areas of WIHCC campus when necessary. Helps ensure an accurate electronic health record through the reactivation of patient’s charts and resolution of duplicate charts in timely manner. Demonstrated ability to maneuver in multi technology environment and demonstrates proficiency in Microsoft Office and Adobe Pro. Assists with all proper release of medical information for all requests, entering all requests into the RPMS for an accurate accounting of disclosures. Assists patients and personal representatives with request of information (ROI) within 30 days of the request. Performs clerical duties in relationship to chart documents or procedures in the HIM department as requested. Checks patient charts for accuracy and deficiencies, paying attention to detail. Performs logging and tagging of documents and charts to assure appropriate delivery of charts to clinics and providers. Processes requested medical records from various clinics. Scans incoming medical records from outside facilities and imports PDF files into patient’s EHR. Performs general receptionist duties such as answering phones, questions, directing people to various departments, providing instructions and assisting with coordinating patient flow. Provides information as to the procedure to follow for registration of new patients, location of clinics, operating hours, and etc. Required to periodically cover evening shifts, weekend shifts and/or WIHCC satellite clinics. Provides excellent customer service to both internal and external customers. Fosters a sense of teamwork and assists other staff when needed.

Maintains and adheres to strict confidentiality of medical information in accordance with the Privacy Act of 1974, AAAHC, EMTALA, OSHA and HIPAA. Requires completion of tasks or duties assigned by a supervisor. Upholds all principles of confidentiality and patient care to the fullest extent. Adheres to all professional and ethical behavior standards of the healthcare industry. Adheres to WIHCCs Personnel Policies and Procedures, departmental policies, rules, and regulations. Interacts in an honest, trustworthy and dependable manner with patients, employees, visitors, and vendors. Maintains regular attendance and punctuality. Possesses cultural awareness and sensitivity. Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

High School Diploma or GED. One year of experience in healthcare setting or six months of organizing and maintaining medical records required. Registered Health Information Technician certification preferred. Bilingual skills in English and Navajo language preferred. Must maintain a valid unrestricted and insurable driver’s license. Must successfully pass a background investigation and maintain suitable requirements for a Child Care position. This position is considered as a Child Care position, which requires a satisfactory background check investigation and is subject to the requirements of the Indian Child Protection and Family Violence Prevention Act, as amended (henceforth referred as the ICPFVP Act).

Salary : $16