CRESTWOOD MEDICAL CENTER · 1 month ago
HIM Tech - Noncertified
Huntsville, AL
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry Level
0+ years expCRESTWOOD MEDICAL CENTER is seeking a Health Information Management Technician responsible for ensuring the accuracy and accessibility of patient health records. The role involves managing chart deficiencies, processing unbilled accounts, and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.
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Responsibilities
Manages chart deficiency workflows, including notifying and assisting providers with incomplete medical records, monitoring deficiencies, and ensuring compliance with hospital and regulatory guidelines
Processes unbilled accounts, supporting timely coding, reimbursement, and revenue cycle operations
Ensures accurate filing and maintenance of health records, filing documents in the electronic health record (EHR) system in a timely and organized manner
Oversees the suspension process for delinquent records, ensuring compliance with hospital medical staff rules, HIM policies, and regulatory requirements
Monitors and maintains delinquency statistics, generating reports and escalating concerns as needed to HIM leadership
Performs mandated registry reporting, such as tumor registry and Master Patient Index (EMPI) reconciliation, ensuring compliance with reporting requirements
Processes and maintains medical records across multiple health information systems, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and security
Assists HIM leadership with operational reports, audits, and quality improvement initiatives to enhance documentation workflows
Ensures compliance with HIPAA, Joint Commission (JC), and facility policies, maintaining the confidentiality and security of patient health information
Performs other duties as assigned
Maintains regular and reliable attendance
Complies with all policies and standards
Qualification
Required
0-1 years of experience in health information management, medical records, or healthcare clerical support required
Strong understanding of medical record workflows, documentation requirements, and regulatory compliance
Knowledge of chart deficiency processes, provider suspension workflows, and unbilled management procedures
Proficiency in EHR systems, document management, and health information technology platforms
Strong organizational and problem-solving skills to ensure timely and accurate documentation
Effective communication and collaboration with providers, HIM leadership, and interdisciplinary teams
Ability to analyze, generate, and interpret HIM reports, including deficiency tracking and unbilled account monitoring
Attention to detail and ability to handle sensitive patient information with confidentiality and professionalism
Preferred
Experience in document scanning, indexing, or electronic medical records (EMR) systems preferred
RHIT - Registered Health Information Technician preferred
RHIA - Registered Health Information Administrator preferred
Company
CRESTWOOD MEDICAL CENTER
Crestwood Medical Center provides rehabilitation, surgical, and diagnostic procedures.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Pam Hudson, MD
Chief Executive Officer
Lance Eiland
Chief Nursing Officer
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