[Hiring] Health Information Management Specialist @Ochsner Health

Role Description

This job is responsible for analyzing, compiling, calculating and reporting on all statistical data for the clinic and/or hospital operations in an electronic format. Responsible for the management of record reviews, training and implementation of HIM operations, addressing system problems, and providing technical support, in the clinic and hospital setting. Assists providers and support staff with the EMR workflow processes and manages all queues and error rejection reports.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties.

This job description is a summary of the primary duties and responsibilities of the job and position. It is not intended to be a comprehensive or all-inclusive listing of duties and responsibilities. Contents are subject to change at the company's discretion.

Qualifications

• Required: Associates degree in Health Information Management or related field
• Preferred: Bachelor’s Degree in Health Information Management or related field

Requirements

• Required: 3 years' experience in Health Information Management or related health
• A Bachelor’s Degree in Health Information Management or related field will be accepted in lieu of 3 years work experience
• Preferred: Health Information Management Administrator (RHIA), Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT), Certified Coding Specialist (CCS), and/or Certified Professional Coder- Hospital (CPC-H)

Knowledge Skills and Abilities (KSAs)

• Must have computer skills and dexterity required for data entry and retrieval of required job information.
• Must be proficient with Windows-style applications and keyboard.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills and the ability to present information clearly and professionally to varying levels of individuals throughout required job processes.
• Good organizational skills.
• Working knowledge of medical terminology and anatomy and physiology.
• Ability to exercise good judgment and work with medical staff, nursing staff, ancillary departments and co-workers.
• Ability to prioritize daily duties, multitask, communicate effectively, and make decisions necessary to complete all assigned tasks and accomplish goals.
• Ability to work under pressure, meet project deadlines, work independently, set priorities, and maintain confidentiality.
• Ability to work calmly in high pressure leadership situations.
• Ability to work flexible schedule, such as nights, weekends, holidays, extended shifts, etc.
• Must be able to travel throughout and between facilities.

Job Duties

• Manages and maintains various HIM databases.
• Resolves error queues and/or issues identified through reporting and feedback.
• Maintains the integrity of the system through monitoring and auditing functions.
• Provides transcription support.
• Coordinates all aspects of forms management.
• Manages trending and reporting.
• Serves as Health Information Department resource.
• Adapts behavior to the specific patient population, including but not limited to: respect for privacy, method of introduction to the patient, adapting explanation of services or procedures to be performed, requesting permissions and communication style.
• Other related duties as required.

Physical and Environmental Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Medium Work - Exerting 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently, and/or greater than negligible up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
• Normal routine involves no exposure to blood, body fluid or tissue and as part of their employment, incumbents are not called upon to perform or assist in emergency care or first aid.
• There is no occupational risk for exposure to communicable diseases.
• Because the incumbent works within a healthcare setting, there may be occupational risk for exposure to hazardous medications or hazardous waste within the environment through receipt, transport, storage, preparation, dispensing, administration, cleaning and/or disposal of contaminated waste.

Equal Opportunity Employer

This employer maintains and complies with its Compliance & Privacy Program and Standards of Conduct, including the immediate reporting of any known or suspected unethical or questionable behaviors or conduct; patient/employee safety, patient privacy, and/or other compliance-related concerns.

Ochsner Health does not consider an individual an applicant until they have formally applied to the open position on this careers website.

Individuals who reside in and will work from the following areas are not eligible for remote work position: Colorado, California, Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland, Massachusetts, Minnesota, New Jersey, New York, Vermont, Washington, and Washington D.C.

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