[Hiring] Health Information Access Specialist - Record Retrieval @UW Health

Role Description

Be part of something remarkable. Join the #1 hospital in Wisconsin! We are seeking a Health Information Access Specialist - Record to:

• Work closely with UW Health Specialty Clinics to identify pertinent patient information to assist in the scheduling, ambulatory access, and pre-visit planning processes.
• Collaborate to optimize workflows around record gathering and abstraction, streamlining the prior authorization process, and optimizing use of electronic medical records.
• Utilize electronic medical record (EMR) functionalities and Access Database to coordinate record retrieval from external providers.

Qualifications

• Associate's Degree in HIM, HIT, or other relevant discipline preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree in Health Information Management, or other related discipline may be substituted for years of experience required.

Requirements

• One (1) to Three (3) years prior experience performing release of information activities, patient access and/or scheduling and registration or direct patient care experience required.
• Electronic setting preferred.
• Experience with EMR (EPIC, Care Everywhere – preferred) required.

Licenses and Certifications

• RHIT Preferred
• RHIA Preferred
• CAHIMS Preferred
• CPHIMS Preferred
• CRIS Preferred
• CNA Preferred
• EPIC Certification Preferred

Benefits

UW Hospital and Clinics benefits

Company Description

UW Health is committed to fostering a workplace that creates belonging for everyone and is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. Our respect for people shines through patient care interactions and our daily work practices as we work to embrace the knowledge, unique perspectives and qualities each employee and faculty member brings to work each day. It is the policy of UW Health to provide equal opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.