Description

The health services that became the Anthony L Jordan Health Corporation (Jordan Health) began more than 100 years ago, in 1904. As one of the first 5 Federally Qualified Health Centers (FQHC) established in the nation, its roots are steeped in service to those who face barriers to health and health care, meeting their need for comprehensive medical, dentistry, behavioral health, and community services. Starting in northeast Rochester, NY, Jordan Health has since expanded to become a network of primary care offices and health centers serving residents living in three quadrants of Rochester, NY and in Canandaigua, N.Y. 

Jordan Health is now seeking a Health Information Management (HIM) Specialist who, under the guidance of the Director of Health Information Management, is primarily responsible for updating and organizing protected patient related health information (PHI). To research and review data, in both hardcopy and electronic format, for accuracy and in compliance with ethical, legal, and regulatory requirements.

If you want to apply your specialized experience and education in an environment where you can make a difference and significantly impact patients’ quality of life, please consider our Health Information Management (HIM) Specialist opportunity.

Requirements

The Health Information Management (HIM) Specialist will ensure that:

· Jordan health maintains complete and accurate patient records in the Jordan Health electronic medical records system. 

· Jordan Health clinical teams are empowered to provide appropriate patient care. 

· Jordan Health is in full compliance with applicable federal and state privacy laws when responding to request for patient information. 

· Jordan Health medical records team is responsive to patient request for assistance. 

Education And Experience Required:

· High School education or GED

· Graduated/enrolled in a Health Information Technology degree program or Medical Office Assistant Certification course and/or two years’ experience in an HIM/Medical record department or healthcare office setting with Release of Information/Correspondence preferred; OR equivalent combination of education, training and experience. 

Licenses And Certifications Required:

· None required. RHIT/Medical Office Assisting Certification preferred. 

Special Skills, Knowledge Required: 

· Proficient computer skills.

· Experience working in an electronic medical record (EMR) system preferred. 

· Familiar with HIPPA Privacy rules.

· Knowledge of medical terminology.

· Ability to read and interpret medical records forms, and authorizations.

· Quality focused and deadline driven.

· Team player. 

Benefits: Jordan Health offers a competitive salary and full benefits offering including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and 403b retirement plan. We offer Professional Development allowance. 

Jordan Health offers equal opportunities to all persons without regard to race, color religion, age, sex, disability, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, military or veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, domestic violence victim status, predisposing genetic characteristics or genetic information, or any other status protected by law.  

About Jordan Health:

Jordan Health is an independent FQHC, with Level III Patient-Centered Medical Home (PCMH) designation through the National Committee on Quality Assurance. Jordan Health receives funding from the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. Jordan Health is a network of outpatient primary care offices with providers who follow a panel of patients. While independent, Jordan Health actively collaborates with the major hospital and healthcare systems in our operating area to provide a total safety net of healthcare services.