What are the responsibilities and job description for the Health Information Intern position at DiscoverU Health?
About The Role
We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Health Information Intern to join our team. This internship offers a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience working with our Electronic Health Records (EHR) system, eClinicalWorks. You will be exposed to real-world healthcare IT challenges and contribute to improving patient care.
Responsibilities
EHR System Utilization:
When not actively engaged in EHR tasks, interns may be assigned to support other administrative functions, such as:
Please note that this position is an unpaid remote role for six months, requires a commitment of 20 hours per week, and is eligible for college credit after completion.
Orientation Date: December 19, 2024
This internship offers valuable experience in the healthcare field and the opportunity to contribute to meaningful projects that support patient care and operational excellence.
Diversity And Inclusion
DiscoverU Health celebrates diversity, believing it strengthens our team and community. We are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer, offering equal employment opportunities without discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, genetic information, or other legally protected characteristics.
We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Health Information Intern to join our team. This internship offers a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience working with our Electronic Health Records (EHR) system, eClinicalWorks. You will be exposed to real-world healthcare IT challenges and contribute to improving patient care.
Responsibilities
EHR System Utilization:
- Accurately input patient demographics, medical history, and vital signs into the EHR system.
- Update patient charts with relevant clinical information.
- Maintain data integrity and confidentiality by following HIPAA regulations.
- Review medical records to identify specific information, such as diagnoses, procedures, and medications.
- Abstract relevant data from charts and enter it into the EHR system.
- Ensure accurate and timely documentation of patient encounters.
- Assist in identifying opportunities to improve clinical documentation practices.
- Work with healthcare providers to ensure complete and accurate documentation.
- Contribute to the development of documentation templates and guidelines.
- Learn and utilize various eClinicalWorks functionalities, including:
- Patient scheduling and check-in
- Electronic prescribing
- Clinical documentation
- Reporting and analytics
- Participate in quality improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency and accuracy within the EHR system.
- Analyze data to identify trends and potential areas for improvement.
- Assist in developing and implementing solutions to address identified issues.
When not actively engaged in EHR tasks, interns may be assigned to support other administrative functions, such as:
- Credentialing: Assisting with the process of verifying and documenting healthcare providers' qualifications and licenses.
- Billing: Contributing to the accurate and timely billing of healthcare services, including coding and claims submission.
- Pursuing a bachelor's or master's degree in Health Information Management, Computer Science, or a related field.
- Strong computer skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
- Attention to detail and accuracy.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Excellent organizational and time management skills.
- Knowledge of medical terminology and HIPAA regulations.
- Experience with eClinicalWorks is required.
Please note that this position is an unpaid remote role for six months, requires a commitment of 20 hours per week, and is eligible for college credit after completion.
Orientation Date: December 19, 2024
This internship offers valuable experience in the healthcare field and the opportunity to contribute to meaningful projects that support patient care and operational excellence.
Diversity And Inclusion
DiscoverU Health celebrates diversity, believing it strengthens our team and community. We are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer, offering equal employment opportunities without discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, genetic information, or other legally protected characteristics.
