Health Information Technology Job Description

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We currently have an opportunity for a Health Information Technology (HIT) to ensure records are properly created and stored and that they are easily accessible to medical professionals as needed for ongoing care. The Health Information Technology is responsible for the retrieving and filing of documents, and chart organization of patient records within the HIT Department, retrieving and reconciling medical records from ancillary departments, copying medical records, and processing loose reports. Responsibilities also include scanning and indexing documentation received in the HIT department.

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Health Information Technology (HIT) is responsible for developing, implementing, maintaining, and monitoring information management standards and systems to support the patient record. The Health Information Technology is responsible for supporting all on-site Health Information Technology workflows. This position is responsible for providing technical expertise, support, administration, and project management for health technology systems that help measure or enhance population health initiatives and program enrollments through enhanced data access and utilization among members and community partners. In addition, Health Information Technology will provide customer service to callers/visitors to the Departments as appropriate.

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The primary focus of the Health Information Technology role will be to ensure that the brand is seamlessly incorporated into EHR systems at priority accounts. The individual is a self-starter, that thrives in ambiguity and can be both a strategic partner and outcomes driven. The person in this role will also be responsible for developing and implementing comprehensive customer-specific plans, as well as working collaboratively with the broader team of Marketing, Access, and Sales.

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The Health Information Technology position requires at least six months of work experience related to patient health records. Experience must have been in a medical records department or with actual responsibility for medical record maintenance in a clinic setting.

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The Health Information Technology provides instruction, is accessible as assigned for student conferences (i.e. immediately before and following class sessions or by appointment), and maintains adequate and accurate academic performance and attendance records of students – all under the direction of the department dean or representative.

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Health Information Technology performs the duties related to, but not limited to, the retrieval and distribution of medical record information needed for patient care, insurance, personal retention, research, and legal purposes. Release patient health information appropriately to requesters according to State and Federal regulations as well as Departmental Policies and Procedures. This position also involves extensive customer service such as answering the telephone, providing assistance to customers regarding the status of requests for the release of information, accurately relaying the process that needs to be followed to obtain medical information, assisting a customer onsite by gathering their medical records for release and facilitating payment for those records, and speaking with physicians or other healthcare entities regarding requests for records.

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The Health Information Technology is responsible for providing instruction by the philosophy and objectives of the College.

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We are seeking a Health Information Technology to work with the Medical Staff office, Manager and Supervisor Health Information Management Site Support, and physicians to ensure the accuracy of physician reminders and the disciplinary process surrounding record completion. Assists physicians to complete deficiencies electronically and arrange for further training when necessary. Explains record completion requirements and disciplinary process to physicians and other clinical staff. Frequently answers multi-line phone provides customer service, processes continuing care release of information, and assists with retrieval and processing of discharge charts.

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Health Information Technology performs a variety of functions in the Health Information Management department by departmental policies and procedures. Responsible for assuring that medical records are received, processed, and scanned, in a timely and accurate manner to support patient care and patient billing. Analyze inpatient and outpatient records for deficiencies, and monitors weekly delinquency statistics. Coordinates, trains, and assists clinicians in records completion activities. Responsible for disclosure of requested Protected Health Information (PHI) according to Federal/State laws and regulations. Fosters respect for patient privacy by maintaining confidentiality in all phases of the release of Protected Health Information. Promotes positive customer relations through prompt and courteous service in this fast-paced, high-volume, and customer-focused environment. This position also involves extensive customer service such as answering the telephone, providing assistance to customers regarding the status of requests for the release of information, accurately relaying the process that needs to be followed to obtain medical information, assisting a customer onsite by gathering their medical records for release and facilitating payment for those records, and speaking with physicians or other healthcare entities regarding requests for records.

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Health Information Technology serves as a resource and liaison in the development, implementation, and support of health information technology utilized by medical staff. Triages incoming issues and requests and determines remedial and/or escalation procedures. Conducts testing and maintenance of applications and related technology. Develops and facilitates provider education to ensure competency related to all aspects of hardware and software. Partners with medical staff, administration, and colleagues to identify and implement new and/or enhanced technology and process solutions.

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