What are the responsibilities and job description for the HIM Technician position at Cleveland Clinic?
Responsibilities:
- Performs medical record handling functions, including, but not limited to, record reconciliation, chart retrieval, filing of paper charts and loose documents and tracking in internal and external computer systems.
- Maintains and operates a variety of health record databases and HIM related applications, to collect, classify and analyze information.
- Uses computer programs to tabulate and analyze data to improve patient care, better control cost, provide documentation for use in legal actions or use in research studies.
- May process birth certificates and related documents and enter into IPHIS system per facility HIM process, if assigned.
- Prepares electronic or paper copies of medical charts ensuring compliance with HIPAA regulations and release information to persons and agencies according to regulations.
- May process Stat ROI requests and Third Party Requests.
- May process mailed informational and educational material to patients prior to scheduled appointments.
- Performs quality audits of RAC or third party requests as assigned.
- May perform medical record deficiency analysis and related medical staff suspension process, if assigned.
- Assists providers in Epic and/or other electronic system usage relative to medical record deficiency completion.
- Prepares reports related to medical record deficiency analysis, scanning process and other operational processes, as assigned.
- Performs scan preparation/scan/index and re-index of medical records, as assigned.
- May perform various administrative duties, including, but not limited to, answering/forwarding telephone calls, faxing, typing, sorting mail and preparation of correspondence.
- Participates in Weekend and Holiday coverage per specific HIM site schedule.
- May investigate potential duplicate medical record numbers and perform related merge functions.
- Other duties as assigned.
Education:
- High School Diploma or GED required.
- Associate or Bachelor Degree in an Allied Health program is preferred.
Languages:
Certifications:
- None required.
Complexity of Work:
- Requires attention to detail, ability to follow directions and the ability to work with minimal supervision.
- Must be able to work in a stressful environment.
Work Experience:
- A minimum of one year of health information management experience, including experience dealing with the public in person and/or via the phone is required.
- Associate or Bachelor Degree may offset one year of required experience.
- Medical terminology with intermediate PC skills (data entry, word processing, and spreadsheet) preferred.
Physical Requirements:
- Manual dexterity sufficient to perform the basic functions of the job.
Personal Protective Equipment:
- Follows standard precautions using personal protective equipment as required.
As a Health Information Management (HIM) Technician, you’ll help process and maintain patient records. Keeping this information as accurate as possible is essential for a patient’s care. As part of your responsibilities, you will:
• Correct duplicate medical record numbers.
• Release information in response to patient requests.
• Scan records into the EMR system.
The ideal future caregiver:
• Has previous HIM department experience.
• Is detail oriented.
• Works well as part of a team.
Technicians gain valuable experience in the introductory level of HIM. You’ll learn to use state-of-the-art EMR technology, including Epic and OnBase, and become comfortable with document imaging. Technicians also have many opportunities to grow into other roles within the organization, such as Documentation Integrity Specialist or Team Lead.
At Cleveland Clinic, we know what matters most. That's why we treat our caregivers as if they are our own family, and we are always creating ways to be there for you. Here, you'll find that we offer: resources to learn and grow, a fulfilling career for everyone, and comprehensive benefits that invest in your health, your physical and mental well-being and your future. When you join Cleveland Clinic, you'll be part of a supportive caregiver family that will be united in shared values and purpose to fulfill our promise of being the best place to receive care and the best place to work in healthcare.
Pay Range
Minimum hourly: $15.25
Maximum hourly: $19.60
The pay range displayed on this job posting reflects the anticipated range for new hires. While the pay range is displayed as an hourly rate, Cleveland Clinic recruiters will clarify whether the compensation is hourly or salary. A successful candidate's actual compensation will be determined after taking factors into consideration such as the candidate's work history, experience, skill set, and education. This is not inclusive of the value of Cleveland Clinic's benefits package, which includes among other benefits, healthcare/dental/vision and retirement.
Salary : $1 - $1,000,000