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Title
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Description
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We are looking for a dedicated Health Information Specialist to join our healthcare team. In this role, you will be responsible for managing, organizing, and securing patient health records and information. You will ensure that all health information is kept confidential, accurate, and accessible to authorized personnel when needed. Your expertise will contribute to the efficient operation of our medical facility by facilitating smooth information flow, adhering to legal and regulatory standards, and supporting patient care and administrative functions. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of medical terminology, be proficient in health information technology systems, and possess excellent organizational and communication skills. Your role is crucial in maintaining the integrity of our health information management system, ensuring compliance with healthcare laws and regulations, and ultimately supporting the provision of high-quality healthcare services.
Responsibilities
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- Ensure confidentiality and security of patient health information.
- Comply with healthcare laws, regulations, and standards.
- Retrieve and provide health information to authorized individuals.
- Audit health records for accuracy and completeness.
- Use health information systems to compile and report data.
- Train staff on health information management practices.
- Implement improvements to the health information management system.
- Collaborate with healthcare providers to ensure quality patient care.
- Participate in committees related to health information management.
- Manage the release of information to patients, healthcare providers, and external agencies.
- Monitor and ensure compliance with HIPAA and other privacy regulations.
- Assist in the development of health policies and procedures.
- Conduct regular data quality checks.
- Support clinical and administrative decision-making with accurate health information.
- Coordinate with IT department to resolve any system issues.
- Stay updated on advancements in health information technology.
- Prepare and maintain reports on patient data for regulatory bodies.
Requirements
Text copied to clipboard!- Bachelor's degree in Health Information Management or related field.
- Certification as a Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT) or Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA) preferred.
- Proven experience in health information management.
- Strong knowledge of medical terminology.
- Proficiency in electronic health records (EHR) systems.
- Understanding of healthcare laws, regulations, and standards.
- Excellent organizational and communication skills.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality of patient information.
- Detail-oriented with strong analytical skills.
- Experience with data analysis and reporting.
- Ability to train and guide staff.
- Strong problem-solving skills.
- Knowledge of coding and billing procedures is a plus.
- Familiarity with health information technology and software.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Commitment to ethical healthcare practices and compliance.
- Flexibility to adapt to changing regulations and technologies.
Potential interview questions
Text copied to clipboard!- Can you describe your experience with electronic health records systems?
- How do you ensure confidentiality and security of patient information?
- What strategies do you use to stay updated on healthcare laws and regulations?
- Can you give an example of how you improved a health information management process?
- How do you handle a situation where a healthcare provider requests information not authorized for release?
- What is your approach to training staff on health information management practices?
- How do you manage stress when dealing with sensitive or complex health information?
- Can you describe a time when you identified and corrected an error in a patient's health record?
- What is your experience with health data analysis and reporting?
- How do you prioritize tasks when managing multiple responsibilities?