HIM Technician II

QUALIFICATIONS

Education

High school diploma or GED Medical terminology class completion Experience/Skills Medical Records experience Knowledge of office operations Types approximately 30 CWPM Computer experience Knowledge of filing systems Familiar with the use office equipment Adapts to changes in procedures and/or workload Required Licenses/Certifications N/A Working Conditions Works in a clean, well-lit work environment with good ventilation ROUTINE RESPONSIBILITIES Behavioral Expectations Consistently complies with established Behavioral Expectations Quality Scans paper Inpatient (IN), Observation (INO), and Same Day Care (SDC) records into the information system and accurately assigns ID for each form according to work standards Reviews all electronic charts for quality, e.

g., legibility, completeness, etc. Scans all loose papers sent to the department after initial processing has been completed Processes requests for release of information according to hospital policies Maintains tickler file of orders that have been mailed for signatures to ensure safe and timely return of original medical record documents Processes requests for release of information according to the hospital’s policy Assists patients with the Health Portal via phone or in person Maintains confidentiality according to Sullivan County Community Hospital and HIM Department policies Quantity Scans paper IN, INO, and SDC records into the information system daily according to work standards Documents incomplete charts for signature and/or dictation so letters can be mailed weekly Page Break Miscellaneous Duties Answers telephone courteously and relays information promptly Performs most duties with little or no supervision Follows policies and procedures that contribute to the efficiency and safety of the HIM Department Maintains confidentiality according to Sullivan County Community Hospital and HIM Department policies Performs other duties when requested by the HIM Director Full time/Day shift 80 hours/Biweekly