What are the responsibilities and job description for the Health Information Technician position at Mahaska Health?
At Mahaska Health we are seeking a detail-oriented and skilled Health Information Technician to join our dedicated team. As a HIM Technician, you will play a crucial role in managing and organizing patient health information, ensuring its accuracy, accessibility, and security. You will be responsible for chart deficiencies, scanning, categorizing patient data, as well as maintaining electronic health records (EHR) with the utmost attention to detail and confidentiality. This position requires an individual who is proficient in health data management software and is knowledgeable about medical terminology, coding systems, and healthcare regulations. You will collaborate closely with healthcare professionals, administrators, and IT specialists to implement and maintain health information systems that support optimal patient care. The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical skills, a commitment to accuracy, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment. If you are passionate about health information management and are looking for a rewarding career opportunity, we invite you to apply and contribute to our mission of providing exceptional healthcare services to our community.
Essential job functions, including but not limited to :
- Assemble records, review for chart deficiencies and route to appropriate destination for completion, according to established guidelines.
- Scan Internal and external forms / documents into the appropriate chart / dividers, according to departmental procedures.
- Handles requests for release of information, verifies valid authorizations and maintains ROI tracking log.
- Handles distribution of incoming and outgoing mail, pneumatic tube station and fax machine material.
- collaborate closely with healthcare professionals, administrators, and IT specialists to implement and maintain health information systems that support optimal patient care. Purges / destroys old records according to departmental guidelines.
- Answers phone, assist walk-ins, handles requests for information appropriately.
- Complies with departmental and company policies and procedures.
- Flexible and able to multi-task; can work within an ambiguous, fast-moving environment, while also driving toward clarity and solutions; demonstrated resourcefulness in setting priorities and guiding investment in people and systems.
- Conduct self in accordance with Mahaska Health's confidentiality policy; ensuring to follow all MHP training guidelines in accordance with the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996.
Requirements, including but not limited to :
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