HIM Record Processing Assoc I

Capital Health is the region's leader in providing progressive, quality patient care with significant investments in our exceptional physicians, nurses and staff, as well as advanced technology. Capital Health is a five-time Magnet-Recognized health system for nursing excellence and is comprised of 2 hospitals. Capital Health Medical Group is made up of more than 250 physicians and other providers who offer primary and specialty care, as well as hospital-based services, to patients throughout the region.

Capital Health recognizes that attracting the best talent is key to our strategy and success as an organization. As a result, we aim for flexibility in structuring competitive compensation offers to ensure we can attract the best candidates.

The listed pay range or pay rate reflects compensation for a full-time equivalent (1.0 FTE) position. Actual compensation may differ depending on assigned hours and position status (e.g., part-time).

Pay Range:

Position Overview

JOB TITLE:HIM Record Processing Assoc I

Exemption Status:Non-Exempt

Telecommuting Eligible:

SUMMARY (BASIC PURPOSE OF THE JOB)

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Education:High School diploma or equivalency. EHR certification, RHIT or RHIA preferred.

Experience:Previous job related job experience and/or nine credits of college coursework in Health Information Management.

Other Credentials:

Knowledge and Skills:Excellent customer service skills. Experience with electronic medical record systems. Working knowledge of detailed privacy regulations - HIPAA, Corporate Compliance, and NJ Department of Health.

Special Training:Basic PC proficiency skills required. Basic skills in MS Word, Excel and Email preferred.

Mental, Behavioral and Emotional Abilities:Ability to work individually and/or as a team.

Usual Work Day:8 Hours  

REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS

Does this position formally supervise employees? No

If set to YES, then this position has the authority (delegated) to hire, terminate, discipline, promote or effectively recommend such to manager.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Electronically analyzes medical records for documentation deficiencies using several hospital systems where the Capital Health hybrid record resides. Adheres to Medical Record Documentation Requirements Policy when assigning deficiencies to L.I.P.'s.
• Gathers Inpatient and Outpatient discharges from the nursing units and outpatient areas on a daily basis to and comfirm that all have been received using automatically generated reports. Assembles medical records according to a Capital Health Chart Order policies. Creates a packing list and correctly box and prepare discharge charts for offsite scanning on a daily basis within a prescribed timeframe.
• Understands each system where CH hybrid medical record resides in order to access hospital systems and understand the types and locations of patient services. Understands and troubleshoots medical records where the patient crossed from one admit type to another and assures the complete record has been received.
• Interacts with nursing unit staff and outpatient department staff to obtain all medical records in a timely manner. Assists nursing and other providers by answering phone calls and providing printed and verbal information when needed.
• Changes the newborn name in the hospital clinical mainframe using the birth certificate in an accurate and timely manner.
• Utilizes the ED clinical electronic system to review and confirm the accuracy of scanned images.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT

Frequent physical demands include: Sitting , Climbing (e.g., stairs or ladders) , Wrist position deviation , Pinching/fine motor activities , Keyboard use/repetitive motion

Occasional physical demands include: Standing , Walking , Carry objects , Push/Pull , Twisting , Bending , Reaching forward , Reaching overhead , Squat/kneel/crawl

Continuous physical demands include: Talk or Hear

Lifting Floor to Waist 15 lbs. Lifting Waist Level and Above 10 lbs.

Sensory Requirements include: Very Accurate 20/40, Near Vision, Accurate Far Vision, Color Discrimination, Moderate Depth Perception, Accurate Hearing

Anticipated Occupational Exposure Risks Include the following: Airborne Communicable Disease , Dust/Particulate Matter

This position is eligible for the following benefits:

• Retirement Savings and Investment Plan

• Disability Benefits – Short Term Disability (STD)

• Sick Time Off

• Employee Assistance Program

The pay range listed is a good faith determination of potential base compensation that may be offered to a successful applicant for this position at the time of this job advertisement and may be modified in the future. When determining base salary and/or rate, several factors may be considered including, but not limited to location, years of relevant experience, education, credentials, negotiated contracts, budget, market data, and internal equity. Bonus and/or incentive eligibility are determined by role and level. 

The salary applies specifically to the position being advertised and does not include potential bonuses, incentive compensation, differential pay or other forms of compensation, compensation allowance, or benefits health or welfare. Actual total compensation may vary based on factors such as experience, skills, qualifications, and other relevant criteria.