[Hiring] Data Integrity Specialist @OU Health

Role Description

The Data Integrity Specialist is responsible for ensuring that data is accurate in the Master Patient Index (MPI) and consistent across OU Health system. This position communicates with multiple departments enterprise-wide to coordinate, correct and maintain accurate patient information and other required data for new and existing medical records. This individual is responsible for reviewing the EMR and medical records created. The Data Integrity Specialist also supports patient matching activities for population health as well as specific payor platforms. The Data Integrity Specialist will identify and refer very complex discrepancies caused when two patients’ information is combined under one MRN for resolution (also known as patient overlays), resolution of urgent MPI overlay errors which potentially can impact patient care and safety. Data Integrity Specialist participates in on-call coverage rotation for the Data Integrity team.

Qualifications

• Associate's Degree, Health Information Management or related field required.
• 0 - 3 years of experience in Health Information Management and supporting integrity of a MPI or Person Identity preferred.
• Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT) or Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA) required within 18 months of hire.

Requirements

• Understands pertinent regulatory guidelines such as Joint Commission, CMS and HIPAA.
• Excellent decision making skills in carrying out duties in an ever changing environment; ability to think outside the box when needed.
• Existing knowledge of the facility’s clinical/operational processes, challenges and EPIC environment.
• Knowledgeable of current application information technologies and trends in healthcare.
• Demonstrates ability to independently make accurate decisions regarding patient record corrections/overlays/merges/unmerges utilizing the tools provided as well as consulting with leadership.
• Ability to be proactive in identifying improvement opportunities in workflow processes.
• Ability to understand the patient safety relationship between the patient’s Medical Record Number and access to all clinical information.
• Ability to understand and apply rules of confidentiality.
• Ability to pay attention to detail.
• Experience with MPI strongly preferred.
• Proficient with the use of Microsoft Office tools.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package, including PTO, 401(k), medical and dental plans, and many more.
• Peace of mind for you and your family through a total benefits and compensation package designed to meet specific needs both inside and outside of the work environment.