HIM Medical Info Tech I

Responsible for performing specialized clerical and technical functions necessary to organize, maintain and use patient medical records within Samaritan Health Services. Performs duties related to the use and disclosure of protected health information (Release of Information [ROI]).

• DEPARTMENT DESCRIPTION

The Health Information Management (HIM) department manages health information systems and medical records to ensure we meet medical, legal and ethical standards. HIM staff work with Samaritan Health Services patients, staff and providers as well as numerous external entities to maintain the accuracy and completeness of the medical record; provide coded data for evaluation of services and reimbursement; and ensure authorized access to patient medical information in accordance with privacy and confidentiality requirements.

• EXPERIENCE / EDUCATION / QUALIFICATIONS

High school diploma or equivalent required.

• One (1) year experience, education or training in an HIM related field required.
• Experience and / or training in the following required :

Medical record standards of practice including, but not limited to access and disclosure of protected health information, information retrieval and medical record completion requirements.

• Medical terminology.
• Operating computers, document scanners, electronic medical record programs and other office equipment and software.
• Health Information Technology or other health care related college course work preferred.
• KNOWLEDGE / SKILLS / ABILITIES

Knowledge of the importance of confidentiality.

• Ability to organize, plan and prioritize work, as well as concentrate on a task over a period of time without being distracted.
• Ability to anticipate, recognize and identify issues.
• Ability to communicate information verbally and in writing so others will understand. Ability to understand information and ideas presented verbally and in writing.
• Ability to work as part of a team or on your own.
• PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Rarely

1 - 10% of the time)

Occasionally

11 - 33% of the time)

Frequently

34 - 66% of the time)

Continually

67 – 100% of the time)

CLIMB - STAIRS

LIFT (Floor to Waist : 0"-36") 0-20 Lbs

LIFT (Knee to chest : 24"-54") 0 – 20 Lbs

LIFT (Waist to Eye : up to 54") 0 - 20 Lbs

KNEEL (on knees)

CARRY 1-handed, 0 - 20 pounds

BEND FORWARD at waist

STAND

WALK – LEVEL SURFACE

ROTATE TRUNK Standing

REACH - Upward

PUSH (0-20 pounds force)

PULL (0-20 pounds force)

CARRY 2-handed, 0 - 20 pounds

ROTATE TRUNK Sitting

REACH - Forward

FINGER DEXTERITY

GRASP Hand / Fist

PINCH Fingers

MANUAL DEXTERITY Hands / wrists

None specified

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