Health Information Management (HIM) Specialist 3Columbia Memorial Hospital • Astoria, OR, US
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Health Information Management (HIM) Specialist 3
Columbia Memorial Hospital • Astoria, OR, US
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job_description.job_card.job_descriptionGeneral office skills including typing and Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel); effective, professional communication with internal and external customers; attention to detail. Type 40 wpm; thorough knowledge of state and federal release of information rules and laws, with specific knowledge of HIPAA requirements for patient privacy and confidentiality; ability to interpret and apply HIPAA regulations regarding Release of Information. Ability to read and understand patient record documentation; decision-making and critical-thinking skills; ability to work independently. License / Certification : Notary public or obtain Notary public within six months of hire. Associates degree required or equivalent (two years or more of direct / relevant experience); Medical Terminology class to be completed after date of hire; RHIT or RHIA certification preferred. One year of previous experience in Health Information Department preferred; general office practices / computer applications; professional communication, multitasking, and excellent customer service skills. Position involves standing, walking, stooping; occasional carrying and lifting of lightweight materials (up to 20 pounds). May be required to sit for extended periods; visual acuity and depth perception to recognize words and numbers; hand / finger dexterity to use a computer keyboard and office equipment. Must be able to work in an office environment with typical office noise and equipment. Seniority level : Entry level Employment type : Full-time Job function : Health Care Provider Industries : Hospitals and Health Care
Overview
Health Information Management (HIM) Specialist 3 role at Columbia Memorial Hospital . ELIGIBLE FOR CMH EMPLOYEE REFERRAL BONUS : NON PRIORITY RECRUITMENT.
Responsibilities
- Oversee the accurate release of information functions of the Health Information Management Department, including requests for records from patients, providers, attorneys, governmental agencies, and other internal and external customers.
- Respond to subpoenas in accordance with state and federal privacy and confidentiality rules and laws; review requests to ensure HIPAA-compliance; return non-compliant requests to the requestor with authorization requirements.
- Provide notary public services for hospital record releases as required.
- Perform general office duties including answering telephones and assisting walk-in customers with release of information requests.
- Prepare records for Peer Review; submit reports to the Death and Suicide Registry.
- Order supplies for the department and record / minute take for departmental monthly meetings.
- Perform all HIM Specialist 1 and 2 duties as applicable.
Qualifications
Education and Experience
Physical Demands and Work Environment
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Information Management Specialist • Astoria, OR, US