HIM Technician

About the role

Accurately processes medical records, including document capture; identifies documentation deficiencies for physicians in accordance with Federal, State, Hospital and Accrediting Body requirements; prepares documents for disclosure in accordance with Federal HIPAA, State and Hospital regulations and policies; Completes documents for State vital statistics within the State prescribed timeframes. Routinely interacts with the public and physicians.

Responsibilities

• Clinical Pertinence/Data Collection: Throughout the month, performs clinical pertinence reviews (for example, H&P timeliness, Operative Note/Immediate Post-op Note, and Transcription Blank reviews) for Accreditation purposes.
• Work Queues: On a daily basis, reviews and rectifies those HIM Department work assignment queues, such as PT/OT, ED to Bed, CC copies, etc.
• Other Projects: May work on special projects as required, including, but not limited to monthly Fax Number verification, tracking expenses, etc.
• Schedule: Accommodates a varied work schedule including weekend coverage, especially during Season, to accommodate the work requirements of the Department and patient needs.
• Customer Interaction: Effectively diffuses angry or unhappy customers.
• This description is not intended and should not be construed to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills and efforts or work conditions associated with the job. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of the general nature and level of the job.

Requirements

• One year of medical office or clinical experience required.
• Working knowledge of medical terminology preferred.
• Education:
• License(s) and Certification(s):
• N/A
• Benefits at Vail Health (Full Time) Include:
• Competitive Wages & Family Benefits:
• Competitive wages
• Parental leave (4 weeks paid)
• Housing programs
• Childcare reimbursement
• Comprehensive Health Benefits:
• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Educational Programs:
• Tuition Assistance
• Existing Student Loan Repayment
• Specialty Certificati

Benefits

Additional Information

Vail Health has become the world's most advanced mountain healthcare system. Vail Health consists of an updated 520,000-square-foot, 56-bed hospital. This state-of-the-art facility provides exceptional care to all of our patients, with the most beautiful views in the area, located centrally in Vail. Learn more about Vail Health here .

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