Columbia Memorial Hospital
Health Information Management (HIM) Specialist 3
Columbia Memorial Hospital, Astoria, Oregon, United States, 97103
Health Information Management (HIM) Specialist 3
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Health Information Management (HIM) Specialist 3
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Columbia Memorial Hospital .
2 days ago – Be among the first 25 applicants.
ELIGIBLE FOR CMH EMPLOYEE REFERRAL BONUS: NON PRIORITY RECRUITMENT
Responsibilities
Oversee the accurate release of information functions, 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 and return non‑compliant requests to the requester 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.
Record and maintain minutes for the department monthly meeting.
Effectively perform all HIM Specialist 1 and 2 duties.
Job Requirements
General office skills, including typing, telephone use, and proficiency with Microsoft Office products (Outlook, Word, Excel).
Communicate effectively and professionally with internal and external customers.
Attention to detail.
Typing speed: 40 words per minute.
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 correctly apply HIPAA regulations regarding Release of Information.
Ability to read and understand patient record documentation.
Decision‑making and critical‑thinking skills, and the ability to work independently.
License / Certification Notary public or obtain Notary public status within six months of hire.
Education and/or Experience Associate degree required, or this may be met with two years or more of direct/relevant experience.
Medical Terminology class to be completed after hire.
RHIT or RHIA certification preferred.
One year previous experience in a Health Information Department preferred. General office practices and procedures, and computer applications required. Professional communication skills, ability to multitask, and excellent customer service skills.
Physical Demands and Work Environment Conditions / ADA Compliance Position involves standing, walking, stooping, and occasional carrying and lifting of lightweight materials (up to 20 pounds). May be required to sit for extended periods of time. Requires visual acuity and depth perception to recognize words and numbers; hand and finger dexterity and hand/eye coordination to use a computer keyboard and common office equipment, including photocopier, fax machine, telephones, scanners, etc. Must be able to use a computer keyboard and spend extended periods looking at a computer monitor. Must be able to work in an office environment with the noise of office machinery.
Seniority level: Entry level
Employment type: Full-time
Job function: Health Care Provider
Industries: Hospitals and Health Care
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Health Information Management (HIM) Specialist 3
role at
Columbia Memorial Hospital .
2 days ago – Be among the first 25 applicants.
ELIGIBLE FOR CMH EMPLOYEE REFERRAL BONUS: NON PRIORITY RECRUITMENT
Responsibilities
Oversee the accurate release of information functions, 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 and return non‑compliant requests to the requester 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.
Record and maintain minutes for the department monthly meeting.
Effectively perform all HIM Specialist 1 and 2 duties.
Job Requirements
General office skills, including typing, telephone use, and proficiency with Microsoft Office products (Outlook, Word, Excel).
Communicate effectively and professionally with internal and external customers.
Attention to detail.
Typing speed: 40 words per minute.
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 correctly apply HIPAA regulations regarding Release of Information.
Ability to read and understand patient record documentation.
Decision‑making and critical‑thinking skills, and the ability to work independently.
License / Certification Notary public or obtain Notary public status within six months of hire.
Education and/or Experience Associate degree required, or this may be met with two years or more of direct/relevant experience.
Medical Terminology class to be completed after hire.
RHIT or RHIA certification preferred.
One year previous experience in a Health Information Department preferred. General office practices and procedures, and computer applications required. Professional communication skills, ability to multitask, and excellent customer service skills.
Physical Demands and Work Environment Conditions / ADA Compliance Position involves standing, walking, stooping, and occasional carrying and lifting of lightweight materials (up to 20 pounds). May be required to sit for extended periods of time. Requires visual acuity and depth perception to recognize words and numbers; hand and finger dexterity and hand/eye coordination to use a computer keyboard and common office equipment, including photocopier, fax machine, telephones, scanners, etc. Must be able to use a computer keyboard and spend extended periods looking at a computer monitor. Must be able to work in an office environment with the noise of office machinery.
Seniority level: Entry level
Employment type: Full-time
Job function: Health Care Provider
Industries: Hospitals and Health Care
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