HIM Data Integrity Technician - Thomas Memorial-HRIS

Job Summary Responsible for the preparation, scanning, deficiency analysis and quality review of scanned patient record images. Responsible for completeness and accuracy of content, accurate assignment of deficiencies, and appropriate indexing and image quality management.
Education High School Graduate or equivalent required; completion of an approved medical terminology course preferred. Prefer the successful completion of a medical office or medical assistant training program.
Licensure / Certification Registered Health Information Technologist (RHIT) preferred. Experience Must have a minimum of six months experience in a Health Information Management Department or physician/medical office environment.
Computer/Typing/Math Skills Must have experience with Windows-based computer applications. Must be able to operate document scanning equipment, fax machine, microfilm reader/printer, laser printers, copiers and computers. Ability to accurately type 30-40 wpm is desired.
Job Specific Requirements Ability to work in a fast paced environment required; ability to multitask and accurately prioritize tasks required; excellent verbal and communication skills required; ability to work closely with others required; ability to work independently required; Must be motivated and able to follow through on tasks (required.)
Hours of Work Able to work scheduled hours as dictated by business needs. Weekend shifts required; overtime hours required as dictated by workload.
POPULATION SERVED: No responsibility to treat or care for patients Neonate (0-1 Month) Pediatric Infant (1 month to 12 months) Pediatric Child (1 year to 12 years) Adolescent (13 years to 17 years) Adult (18 years to 64 years) Geriatric (65 years and older) N/A WORK ENVIRONMENT(R-Rare, F-Frequent, C-Continual, N/A-Not Applicable) R Toxic/Caustic Chemicals or Detergents N/A Extreme Conditions, Hot or Cold N/A Dust/Fumes/Gasses N/A Moving Mechanical Parts R Potential Electric Shock N/A X-Ray or Other Electromagnetic Energy N/A High Pitched Noises N/A Needles or Other Sharp Objects N/A Blood or Body Fluids Bloodborne Pathogens (BBP) R Communicable Disease (Tuberculosis, Meningitis, etc) R Unprotected Heights C CRT (Computer) Monitor C Frequent Repetitive Motions PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT(R-Rare, F-Frequent, C-Continual, N/A-Not Applicable) N/A Respiratory; Breathing Equipment N/A Eye Protection N/A Head Covering N/A Hearing Protection N/A Hand Protection N/A Body Protection PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS(Mark one S - Sedentary Work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally. (Occasionally: activity or condition exists up to 1/3 of the time) and/or a negligible amount of force frequently (Frequently: activity or condition exists from 1/3 to 2/3 of the time) to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time, but may involve walking or standing for brief periods of time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally and all other sedentary criteria are met. L - Light Work: Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly (Constantly: activity or condition exists 2/3 or more of the time) to move objects. Even though the weight lifted may be only a negligible amount, a job should be rated Light Work: (1) when it requires walking or standing to a significant degree; or (2) when it requires sitting most of the time but entails pushing and/or pulling of arm or leg controls; and/or (3) when the job requires working at a production rate pace entailing the constant pushing and/or pulling of materials even though the weight of those materials is negligible. NOTE: The constant stress and strain of maintaining a production rate pace, especially in an industrial setting, can be and is physically demanding of a worker even though the amount of force exerted is negligible. X M - Medium Work: Exerting 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently, and/or greater than negligible up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects. H - Heavy Work: Exerting 50 to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 25 to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or 10 to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects. V - Very Heavy Work: Exerting in excess of 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or in excess of 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or in excess of 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Adheres to established hospital and departmental policies, procedures, guidelines and protocols. Supports hospital mission, vision and values.

Completes position responsibilities by following established guidelines and protocols within the appropriate time frame.

Demonstrates effective communication skills. Works well with others in a spirit of teamwork, collaboration, and cooperation.

Seeks and maintains education and development appropriate for position; demonstrates commitment to department’s work and mission.

Performs position-specific job functions effectively

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