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Medical Records Technician II - Day Shift

UChicago Medicine, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290

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$19.00/hr - $29.00/hr Job Description

Join one of the nation’s most comprehensive academic medical centers,

UChicago Medicine,

as a

Medical Records Technician II

in the

Health Information Management Department .

In this Role, as a Medical Records Technician II, you will retrieve, assemble and disseminate patient information within the medical center, from the off-site storage facility and electronic medical record systems. You will Initiate and maintain medical record numbers, control logs/registries and other health information systems. This position is on-site at our Hyde Park campus in Chicago, IL.

Essential Job Functions

Performs discharge record processing by retrieving, assembling, following-up on missing records and documentation, and maintaining electronic and hardcopy records/systems Processes requests for internal and external release of information by requesting, reserving, pulling, tracking, routing, delivering, retrieving, communicating and monitoring electronic and hardcopy medical records for the various requesters Verifies assignment of new medical record numbers by external departments and assigns new medical record numbers as defined by department standards and policies. Updates and/or corrects patient data in various HIM and medical center systems or the physical medical record Corrects/deletes data entry errors or omissions associated with tasks performed in electronic systems Maintains patient confidentiality as required by Medical Center, departmental and industry/legal standards Keeps work area neat and clean; properly cares for equipment Performs tasks of Medical Record Technician I as necessary Performs other related tasks as may be deemed necessary for the effective and efficient function of the HIM areas Performs other duties assigned

Required Qualifications

High School diploma or GED required 1 to 2 years previous experience in an acute care HIM dept as a Medical Record Technician I or similar position required Ability to prioritize a variety of tasks, responsibilities, and deadlines. Strong communication and interpersonal skills- both in customer interaction and phone call interaction. Must be able to work independently with self-discipline and in a team environment. Medical terminology training required or successful completion within 9 months of employment Good key entry and/or typing skills with CRT and/or PC experience required

Preferred Qualifications

Basic knowledge of medical-legal rules and regulations that governs confidentiality and release of protected health information Terminal digit filing

Position Details

Job Type/FTE: Full - Time (1.0) Shift: Day Job Location: Chicago, IL (Hyde Park) Unit/Department: HIM Dept CBA Code: 743CL

In this role, we anticipate that you will generally work approximately 40 hours per week. We anticipate that you will generally be scheduled to work the first shift, from approximately 8am-4:30pm and will not be scheduled for on-call shifts. We anticipate you will be scheduled to work 100% at the Hyde Park campus. We anticipate that you will be scheduled to work on weekdays (Monday-Friday.)

Why Join Us

We’ve been at the forefront of medicine since 1899. We provide superior healthcare with compassion, always mindful that each patient is a person, an individual. To accomplish this, we need employees with passion, talent and commitment… with patients and with each other. We’re in this together: working to advance medical innovation, serve the health needs of the community, and move our collective knowledge forward. If you’d like to add enriching human life to your profile, UChicago Medicine is for you. Here at the forefront, we’re doing work that really matters. Join us. Bring your passion.

UChicago Medicine is growing; discover how you can be a part of this pursuit of excellence at: UChicago Medicine Career Opportunities .

UChicago Medicine is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, civil union status, parental status, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status and other legally protected characteristics.

Must comply with UChicago Medicine’s COVID-19 Vaccination requirement as a condition of employment. If you have already received the vaccination, you must provide proof as part of the pre-employment process. This is in addition to your compliance with the Flu Vaccination requirement as well. Medical and religious exemptions will be considered consistent with applicable law. Lastly, a pre-employment physical, drug screening, and background check are also required for all employees prior to hire.

Compensation & Benefits Overview

UChicago Medicine is committed to transparency in compensation and benefits. The pay range provided reflects the anticipated wage or salary reasonably expected to be offered for the position.

The pay range is based on a full-time equivalent (1.0 FTE) and is reflective of current market data, reviewed on an annual basis. Compensation offered at the time of hire will vary based on candidate qualifications and experience and organizational considerations, such as internal equity. Pay ranges for employees subject to Collective Bargaining Agreements are negotiated by the medical center and their respective union.

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