[Hiring] Data Integrity Specialist @BMC Software

Role Description

This position is responsible for maintaining the integrity of the content of the BMC’s Epic electronic health record by performing in-depth investigations of questionable data entry and correcting as appropriate or advised. The Data Integrity Specialist provides issue identification, assessment, resolution, and technical support in order to achieve desired outcomes and compliance with BMC’s policies / procedures and service level agreements.

• Analyzes chart correction scenarios and performs subsequent hands-on technical chart corrections.
• Serves as an organizational resource for issues involving chart correction, identity, and Epic instructional support.
• Works as the lead for the chart correction process, facilitating correction of clinical information throughout all inpatient and outpatient information systems.
• Coordinates with interdisciplinary teams involved in each case (i.e., finance, clinical departments, Patient Access, and Patient Safety).
• Ensures all necessary corrections are made in a timely manner and each case is validated prior to closure.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required, advanced degree preferred.
• RHIT credential (or eligible) preferred.
• 2 or more years of acute hospital patient record integrity positions required.
• Experience in HIM operations and chart correction processes in a facility of significant size and complexity.

Requirements

• Successful completion of basic Medical terminology course required.
• Basic anatomy and physiology preferred.
• Knowledge of medical treatment methods, pharmacology, patient care assessment, medical documentation requirements, data collection techniques preferred.
• Demonstrated knowledge of Microsoft Office suite of applications, including MS Access.
• Familiarity with medical terminology and the medical record correction process.
• In-depth knowledge of healthcare information systems, and Revenue Cycle applications, preferably Epic.
• Data entry skills (minimum 50-60 accurate keystrokes per minute).
• Strong accuracy, attentiveness to detail, and time management skills.
• Aptitude to conceptualize, plan, and implement stated goals and objectives.
• Ability to independently set and organize own work priorities.
• Ability to communicate and work with patients, physicians, associates, BMC leadership, and others.
• Excellent ability to identify, prioritize, resolve and/or escalate complex problems promptly.
• Ability to learn new applications/software systems effectively and efficiently.
• Well-developed process design, implementation, and improvement skills.
• Strong critical thinking, problem solving, and prioritizing skills.
• Requires the ability to work with and maintain confidential information.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, and pharmacy benefits.
• Discretionary annual bonuses and merit increases.
• Flexible Spending Accounts.
• 403(b) savings matches.
• Paid time off.
• Career advancement opportunities.
• Resources to support employee and family well-being.

Compensation Range

$27.64- $38.70. This range offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications. However, our approach to determining base pay is comprehensive, and a broad range of factors is considered when making an offer.