Foundation Health Partners
Health Information Management (HIM) Technician
Foundation Health Partners, Fairbanks, Alaska, United States, 99712
“Health information management (HIM) is the practice of acquiring, analyzing, and protecting digital and traditional medical information vital to providing quality patient care. It is a combination of business, science, and information technology.” (AHIMA)
Pay & Benefits
Compensation $20.07 to $28.90 hourly wage based on experience and education
Additional Pay: Shift Differential, Annual Increases, Paid Time Off
Benefits: medical, vision, dental, 401(k) with employer match
Education Benefits: FHP Tuition Assistance, Student Loan Forgiveness
Other Benefits: Onsite Gym, Wellness Programs, Discount programs, The Learning Center (childcare services)
Schedule: Full-time, 40 hours per week, 5x8 hour day shifts
This position is responsible for the maintenance and preservation of confidential electronic health records. The position performs a variety of HIM functions, including one or more of the following: record completion, transcription coordination, document imaging, release of information, and/or providing services and information to physicians and staff. May analyze the electronic medical records for quantitative and qualitative completion based on the facility’s medical staff rules and regulations, company policy, and State, Federal and other regulatory agency requirements.
About Fairbanks Memorial Hospital Fairbanks Memorial Hospital is a non‑profit facility owned by the Greater Fairbanks Community Hospital Foundation. A Joint Commission‑accredited facility with 152 licensed beds, Fairbanks Memorial Hospital is the primary referral center for residents of Alaska’s interior with a strong patient‑to‑nurse ratio and Shared Leadership Infrastructure. In addition to our exceptional clinical environment, our location offers incomparable lifestyle rewards away from work.
Essential Functions
Conducts routine releases of health information in accordance with company policy and all state and federal laws.
Reviews and analyzes health information typically through the use of electronic health record tools for provider completion and record deficiencies in accordance with the Joint Commission, CMS, state licensing agencies, Medical Staff rules and regulations, and HIM Department standards. Accurately maintains data related to deficiencies in the Electronic Medical Record.
Provides customer service and assistance related to HIM departmental functions to patients, vendors, providers, ancillary staff, and other departments in person, over the telephone, through email, or by other means including coordinating birth registrations with State recording processes.
Performs the document imaging function as required, including scanning, quality control and validation, to ensure scanned images are uploaded into the correct electronic health record visit and meet minimum productivity standards as defined.
Performs current and retrospective review of scanned documents as needed through the certification processing an effort to maintain the integrity and completeness of the Electronic Medical Record and meet minimum productivity standards as defined.
Performs a variety of other support functions including assistance with basic transcription issues and requests, providing training for Dragon/voice recognition applications, assisting patients with completion of portal enrollment, performing merges and combines in the EHR, answering telephones, and other duties as assigned by HIM leadership.
Minimum Qualifications
Requires knowledge of health information practices and principles through completion of one or more years of post‑high school education in medical records and information systems, or high school diploma/GED equivalent with one or more years of experience working with medical records and/or health information management.
Requires the ability to communicate effectively in oral and written formats; to inspect, read, and analyze written material. Must be able to perform and work on multiple tasks and organize and prioritize work.
Requires good judgment, initiative and problem‑solving abilities, along with effective teamwork skills.
Requires strong technical skills in the use of software applications and databases. Must have strong organizational and interpersonal skills. Is knowledgeable and proficient in accessing and utilizing all applicable EHR systems as well as other applications utilized by the HIM department.
Preferred Qualifications
Current enrollment in the Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT) or Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA) Program. A background in the use of medical terminology for the assigned area is preferred.
Additional related education and/or experience preferred.
Foundation Health Partners is an EEO/AAP employer; qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status.
Seniority Level Entry level
Employment Type Full‑time
Job Function Health Care Provider
Industries Hospitals and Health Care
Fairbanks, AK
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Pay & Benefits
Compensation $20.07 to $28.90 hourly wage based on experience and education
Additional Pay: Shift Differential, Annual Increases, Paid Time Off
Benefits: medical, vision, dental, 401(k) with employer match
Education Benefits: FHP Tuition Assistance, Student Loan Forgiveness
Other Benefits: Onsite Gym, Wellness Programs, Discount programs, The Learning Center (childcare services)
Schedule: Full-time, 40 hours per week, 5x8 hour day shifts
This position is responsible for the maintenance and preservation of confidential electronic health records. The position performs a variety of HIM functions, including one or more of the following: record completion, transcription coordination, document imaging, release of information, and/or providing services and information to physicians and staff. May analyze the electronic medical records for quantitative and qualitative completion based on the facility’s medical staff rules and regulations, company policy, and State, Federal and other regulatory agency requirements.
About Fairbanks Memorial Hospital Fairbanks Memorial Hospital is a non‑profit facility owned by the Greater Fairbanks Community Hospital Foundation. A Joint Commission‑accredited facility with 152 licensed beds, Fairbanks Memorial Hospital is the primary referral center for residents of Alaska’s interior with a strong patient‑to‑nurse ratio and Shared Leadership Infrastructure. In addition to our exceptional clinical environment, our location offers incomparable lifestyle rewards away from work.
Essential Functions
Conducts routine releases of health information in accordance with company policy and all state and federal laws.
Reviews and analyzes health information typically through the use of electronic health record tools for provider completion and record deficiencies in accordance with the Joint Commission, CMS, state licensing agencies, Medical Staff rules and regulations, and HIM Department standards. Accurately maintains data related to deficiencies in the Electronic Medical Record.
Provides customer service and assistance related to HIM departmental functions to patients, vendors, providers, ancillary staff, and other departments in person, over the telephone, through email, or by other means including coordinating birth registrations with State recording processes.
Performs the document imaging function as required, including scanning, quality control and validation, to ensure scanned images are uploaded into the correct electronic health record visit and meet minimum productivity standards as defined.
Performs current and retrospective review of scanned documents as needed through the certification processing an effort to maintain the integrity and completeness of the Electronic Medical Record and meet minimum productivity standards as defined.
Performs a variety of other support functions including assistance with basic transcription issues and requests, providing training for Dragon/voice recognition applications, assisting patients with completion of portal enrollment, performing merges and combines in the EHR, answering telephones, and other duties as assigned by HIM leadership.
Minimum Qualifications
Requires knowledge of health information practices and principles through completion of one or more years of post‑high school education in medical records and information systems, or high school diploma/GED equivalent with one or more years of experience working with medical records and/or health information management.
Requires the ability to communicate effectively in oral and written formats; to inspect, read, and analyze written material. Must be able to perform and work on multiple tasks and organize and prioritize work.
Requires good judgment, initiative and problem‑solving abilities, along with effective teamwork skills.
Requires strong technical skills in the use of software applications and databases. Must have strong organizational and interpersonal skills. Is knowledgeable and proficient in accessing and utilizing all applicable EHR systems as well as other applications utilized by the HIM department.
Preferred Qualifications
Current enrollment in the Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT) or Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA) Program. A background in the use of medical terminology for the assigned area is preferred.
Additional related education and/or experience preferred.
Foundation Health Partners is an EEO/AAP employer; qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status.
Seniority Level Entry level
Employment Type Full‑time
Job Function Health Care Provider
Industries Hospitals and Health Care
Fairbanks, AK
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