Island Health · 8 hours ago
HIM Technician I - Full-Time, Day Shift
Anacortes, WA
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
$19.19/hr - $27.95/hr
1+ years expIsland Health is a healthcare organization focused on providing compassionate, high-quality care. The HIM Technician I position involves organizing, managing, and disseminating healthcare information while ensuring the privacy and security of patient medical records in accordance with HIPAA regulations.
Health CareHealth DiagnosticsMedicalTherapeutics
Responsibilities
Medical Record Maintenance – scan paper documentation into Electronic Record
Pull/file physical paper charts upon need; archive charts to/from offsite storage and purge based on retention policy
Review for Completeness of Visit Documentation - Abstract data within Meditech and note any physician incomplete/missing documentation; follow up daily to check for & complete deficiencies when appropriate
Appointment Prep – provide necessary documentation or charts for scheduled patient visits or upon request from providers/clinical teams
Release of Information – process all patient & provider requests for information, including inbound/outbound and Referrals; Process documentation needs for external audits, appeals & quality requests
Faxes – process all inbound/outbound faxes for medical records & prescription refills from providers
Customer Service – provide excellent customer service for our patients & community via phone, email, patient portal & in-person assistance
Scanning – assure quality & timely scanning of all patient documentation; Complete Order tasks in Meditech when scanning in results where applicable
Process Birth Registry to WA State within required timelines
Process Transcription reports which fail to cross the interface into Meditech
Rounding – complete daily rounding to departments & clinics of Island Hospital as scheduled to retrieve & deliver patient records; distribute & process as appropriate
(Optional) Become a notary, if available, to serve patients
Employee functions at all times within guidelines established in the Island Hospital HIPAA Compliance Policies and Confidentiality Agreements
Must have demonstrated ability to interact positively with Administration, Directors, Managers, Supervisors, peers, co-workers, subordinates, patients and visitors
Must meet regular attendance standard and must stay at or below average sick leave utilization levels
Qualification
Required
Experience with an Electronic Medical Record (EMR)
Computer Proficiency, must type at least 45 wpm
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
Ability to work independently and as a member of the Medical Records team
Critical thinking skills; ability to multi-task
Minimum one year experience in medical office setting; Medical Records experience preferred
Strong understanding of HIPAA rules and guidelines
Notary certification active or ability to obtain within 90 days
High School graduate or equivalency
Must have demonstrated ability to interact positively with Administration, Directors, Managers, Supervisors, peers, co-workers, subordinates, patients and visitors
Must meet regular attendance standard and must stay at or below average sick leave utilization levels
Benefits
Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
Generous Paid Time Off and Extended Illness Benefits
Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability Coverage
Vested Retirement Contributions and Flexible Spending Accounts
Tuition Reimbursement and Student Loan Repayment Programs
Employee Recognition Events and a supportive, community-focused team
Company
Island Health
Island Health provides diagnostic imaging, gynecology, and respiratory therapy services.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Elise Cutter
Chief Executive Officer
Julie Norton Stewart, MBA
Chief Financial Officer
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