What are the responsibilities and job description for the Manager-Health Info Services position at Mercy?
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Overview:
The position is responsible for leading and managing Health Information Management efforts, including, but not limited to, automation of data, collection of data including registry data, retrieval of records, coding of records, release of information, scanning and indexing of records, analysis of records for deficiencies, and storage of data/records to support patient care and the revenue cycle. Responsibilities include monitoring the quality of health information management processes, management of multiple projects, and maintaining facility readiness for JCAHO surveys as well as other regulatory agencies audits. The Health Information Manager will coordinate deployment of health information best practices and work closely with physicians on physician-related issues.
Qualifications:
- Education: High school graduate or equivalent. R.H.I.T., R.H.I.A. or related degree required.
- Preferred Education: Bachelors Degree preferred.
- Licensure: RHIT, CCS or RHIA.
- Experience: Minimum of three years of prior experience as a health information manager in a large acute care facility.
- Certifications: None.
- Other: Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities:
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, self-starting, independent individual, highly motivated and organized, a problem solver, requiring little direction.
- Solid business and process management skills and a proven track record. Working knowledge of computer systems and applications including document imaging, financial system, encoder, abstracting system, and other computer application as related to the job.
- Demonstrated excellent attendance record.
- Knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy, and physiology.
- Working Conditions, Mental and Physical Requirements: The job will involve monitoring a database on a daily basis to determine the consistency of the flow, and make changes immediately when problems occur. The job will require a person to be able to make quick decisions on a routine basis. The job will be stressful at times, and will involve providing coverage at all times to ensure consistent flow. Equipment Used: computer, printer, software.
We Offer Great Benefits:
Day-one comprehensive health, vision and dental coverage, PTO, tuition reimbursement and employer-matched retirement funds are just a few of the great benefits offered to eligible co-workers, including those working 48 hours or more per pay period!
We’re bringing to life a healing ministry through compassionate care.
At Mercy, our supportive community will be behind you every step of your day, especially the tough ones. You will have opportunities to pioneer new models of care and transform the health care experience through advanced technology and innovative procedures. We’re expanding to help our communities grow. Join us and be a part of it all.
What Makes You a Good Match for Mercy?
Compassion and professionalism go hand-in-hand with us. Having a positive outlook and a strong sense of advocacy is in perfect step with our mission and vision. We’re also collaborative and unafraid to do a little extra to deliver excellent care – that’s just part of our commitment. If that sounds like a good fit for you, we encourage you to apply.
medical records, manager, leader, supervisor, HIS, RHIT
Mercy has determined this is a safety-sensitive position. The ability to work in a constant state of alertness and in a safe manner is an essential function of this job.
