Senior Health Information Management Tech - HIM (Hybrid, Up to 19.99 hours/week) at University of Texas Medical Branch – Galveston, Texas

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

Minimum Qualifications:

• Associate's Degree in Health Information Management or equivalent
• Two (2) years of HIM experience or equivalent experience.

JOB SUMMARY:

The Senior Health Information Management (HIM) Technician provides advanced technical skills in the day-to-day operations of HIM. This position involves independent judgment and decision-making to receive, maintain and evaluate health records per current policies, standards, regulations, and local/state/federal laws. In addition, under the direction of the Team Lead and/or Manager, performs more complex health records analyses and provides technical guidance and training.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Analyzes complex data for completeness and accuracy to ensure ongoing compliance with regulatory requirements, such as CMS, The Joint Commission, and the Medical Staff Bylaws, Rules, and Regulations
• Serves as advisor to HIM Technicians for analysis of more complex health records and advises on correct process and procedures
• Processes requests for the release of confidential information according to regulatory guidelines, such as HIPAA Privacy and Security Rule, Texas Health and Safety Code
• Assists Medical Staff in the completion of records to avoid suspension of medical staff privileges
• Scans/Indexes all paper and faxed documents deemed part of the legal medical record into the electronic health records system to the appropriate patient account with accuracy, timeliness, and uniformity
• Maintains the integrity of the Master Patient Index
• Assists in planning and conducting orientation and in-service training programs for staff
• Assists in developing and implementing policies and procedures for the maintenance of health records
• Maintains health records per current federal, state, and local laws, guidelines, and regulations that govern medical records
• Interprets and communicates policies, procedures, standards, and regulations
• Establishes and maintains effective working relationships with staff, management, hospital staff, and patients
• Performs lead work activities.
• It may be required to perform the functions of the lower-level classes in this series.

Marginal or Periodic Functions:

• Adheres to internal controls and reporting structure.
• Performs related duties as required.

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES:

• Excellent customer service skills, written and communication skills
• Maintain a professional manner with patients, staff, and students
• Ability to multitask in a high-paced work environment
• Bilingual preferred (English/Spanish)

WORKING ENVIRONMENT/EQUIPMENT:

Standard hospital, clinical and/or office environment.

SALARY RANGE:

Actual salary commensurate with experience.

WORK SCHEDULE:

Hybrid position, Casual Appointment, up to 19.99 hours/week.

Equal Employment Opportunity

UTMB Health strives to provide equal opportunity employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by institutional policy or by federal, state or local laws unless such distinction is required by law. As a Federal Contractor, UTMB Health takes affirmative action to hire and advance protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.