This pivotal role is dedicated to streamlining workflow, facilitating communications, and enhancing the efficiency of the Case Management/HIMS department by engaging with local community resources. The position compiles, processes, and maintains records of hospital and clinic patients in compliance with all medical, administrative, ethical, legal, and regulatory requirements.
Requirements summary
A High School Diploma or equivalent is preferred, along with graduation from an accredited Medical Record Technology program. Candidates should possess knowledge of medical terminology and a minimum of three years of hospital HIMS experience may substitute for certification.
$21.00 to $27.89 per hour Case Management/HIMS Assistant Career Opportunity Recognized for your desire to be a Case Management/HIMS Assistant Are you in pursuit of a career that aligns with your personal values and offers room for professional growth? Join us as a Case Management/HIMS Assistant, a pivotal role dedicated to streamlining workflow, facilitating communications, and enhancing the efficiency of our Case Management/HIMS department. Engage with local community resources and contribute to a commitment to care that resonates with the needs and values of our patients. This opportunity brings your work closer to both home and heart, allowing you to play a vital part in the orchestration of Case Management operations. This position compiles, processes, and maintains records of hospital and clinic patients in a manner consistent with medical, administrative, ethical, legal, and regulatory requirements of the healthcare system. The position processes, maintains, compiles, and reports patient information for health requirements and standards. Job Code: 100153
License or Certification
Registered Health Information (RHIT) preferred
Education,
Training and
Years of
Experience:
High School Diploma or equivalent preferred
Graduate of accredited Medical Record Technology College or vocational school preferred
Minimum three years of hospital HIMS experience preferred in lieu of certification
Knowledge of medical terminology required
One year data entry experience preferred
Machines,
Equipment
Used:
General office equipment such as telephone, copy machine, fax machine, calculator, computer, scanner
Physical
Requirements:
Good visual acuity and ability to communicate.
Ability to lift, lower, push, pull, and retrieve objects weighing a minimum of 30 pounds.
Compliance
Adheres to the company's Standards of Business Conduct.
Maintains current licensure and/or certifications, if applicable.
Skills and
Abilities:
Ability to speak, read, write, and communicate effectively.
Ability to coordinate, analyze, observe, make decisions, and meet deadlines in a detail-oriented manner.
Ability to work independently without supervision.
Environmental
Conditions:
Indoor, temperature controlled, smoke-free environment. Occasional outdoor exposure.
Exposure or potential exposure to blood and body fluids may be required.
Handicapped accessible.
May work under stressful circumstances at times.
Proficiency or
Productivity
Standards:
Meets established attendance standards.
Adheres to hospital/department dress code including wearing ID badge.
May be required to work weekdays and/or weekends, evenings and or night shifts if needed to meet deadlines.
May be required to work on religious and/or legal holidays on scheduled days/shifts.
Will be required to work as necessary during disaster situations, i.e., before, during or after a disaster.
May be required to stay after workday to assist after a disaster situation until relief arrives.
May be required to perform other duties as assigned by supervisor.
