JobsRUs.com is seeking to hire a Data Abstractor for our client in Nashville, TN!
Benefits Available!
Weekly Pay!
Pay Rate - $45.66 / hr
Job Description
This position is responsible for abstraction of data for core measure, trauma, VON and / or various cardiovascular services.
DUTIES INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO :
- Completes abstraction process for assigned facility(ies), including abstraction of cases into the
required system (e.g., COMET, TheraDoc, Digital Innovations, NHSN, etc.).
Responsible for reviewing medical records to abstract information according to the standards ofvarious regulatory and accreditation agencies (e.g., CMS, TJC, NHSN, etc.).
Performs timely abstraction to ensure compliance with standards.Completes edit checks and makes appropriate changes on a timely basis.Follow standards and CSG / Parallon nstructions to abstract all reportable cases.Assist with case follow-up as requested.Attend educational activities as approved by Manager and / or Director.Maintain clinical knowledge of various abstracted measures.Communicate in a timely manner with manager to achieve measure compliance.Submit data timely through the appropriate reporting system.Resolve errors resulting in the rejection of records from the data entry system.Participates in required continuing education programs and annual reorientation.Practice and adhere to the “Code of Conduct” philosophy and “Mission and Value Statement”Other duties as assignedKNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES
Familiar with medical record documentationBasic medical terminology and physiologyAble to navigate through the medical record and locate specific documentationUnderstanding of patient discharge disposition and where to validate in the medical recordAbility to extract data from medical record content for abstractionProficiency in computer skills to include Microsoft Office applicationsPossess basic keyboard skillsKnowledge of medical terminology, quality measures and coding logic.EDUCATION
REQUIRED : High school degree (or equivalent) required.PREFERRED : Undergraduate (Associates or Bachelor) degree or successful completion of a certifiedcoding program
EXPERIENCE
1 year in Health Information Management; Coding or Health Registry abstraction experience preferredCERTIFICATE / LICENSE :
PREFERRED : RHIA, RHIT, CSS, LVN or RN
Salary : $46
