HIM Specialist
Posted on: 2 Mar 2021
Philadelphia, PA
Job Description
Overview
The HIM Specialist plays an integral part in the retrieval, preparation, scanning, analysis and maintenance of medical records to ensure timely availability for continuity of patient care, coding and reimbursement activities, physician chart completion, and permanent record storage and retrieval. This position ensures that medical records are maintained in accordance with Medical Staff Rules and Regulations, state and Federal guidelines, and JC accrediting standards. All work will be carried out in accordance with the Health Information Management department and Tower Health approved policies and procedures. The HIM Specialist must comply with all internal/external requests for patient medical record information to include requests made by patients, physician offices or hospitals and other outside entities for continuity of care while adhering to all Tower Health and HIM departmental policies, State and Federal regulations specific to appropriate Release of Information to outside entities.
Responsibilities
The HIM specialist will be responsible for medical record processing to include, but not limited to, retrieval, reconciliation, prepping, scanning, indexing and quality control. Additional responsibilities will include analysis, appropriate release of medical records and all other operational functions related to the processing, management, security and protection of the hospital medical record.
Qualifications
High school Diploma/ GED required. Previous experience in an acute health care facility medical records department/or previous experience with a hospital EMR is preferred. Medical terminology, computer and office equipment skills required. Must be able to multitask, learn all office functions and assist where ever needed. Must possess relevant experience in clerical duties sufficient for individual development to the level of independent functioning with minimal direction to include excellent oral and written communication skills.
Tower Health
Reading, PA
About
Tower Health is a strong, regional, integrated healthcare provider/payer system that offers leading-edge, compassionate healthcare and wellness services to a population of 2.5 million people.
Together, our six hospitals and other entities provide a full range of medical care — from prevention, screenings and education; to the latest clinical services and surgeries available; to rehabilitation. We also offer wellness programs and public health services that ensure our communities are the healthiest they can be. Our caring, highly trained physicians and staff are committed to patient safety and patient satisfaction.
Who We Are
With more than 11,000 team members, Tower Health includes Reading Hospital, a teaching hospital based in West Reading; Brandywine Hospital in Coatesville; Chestnut Hill Hospital, a teaching hospital in Philadelphia; Jennersville Hospital in West Grove; Phoenixville Hospital in Phoenixville; and Pottstown Hospital in Pottstown. We also operate Reading Hospital Rehabilitation at Wyomissing and Reading Hospital School of Health Sciences, and we have a comprehensive physician network. All of our facilities participate in our partnership with the UPMC Health Plan.
Collaboration across Tower Health enables our hospitals, providers, leadership and staff to leverage best practices across the health system. Our patients benefit from access to a broad range of services — all right here in our region.
Recognition
Our hospitals have received national recognition for advanced care in areas such as neurosurgery and stroke, cardiac and vascular surgery, trauma, hematology and oncology. Reading HealthPlex, which opened at Reading Hospital in October 2016, combines state-of-the-art technology and world-class design to make the HealthPlex one of the most sophisticated surgical centers and inpatient facilities in the region.
Commitment
At Tower Health, we have a rich history of providing high-quality, cost-effective care in the communities we serve. As the healthcare industry continues to change, one thing remains steadfast: Tower Health’s commitment to Advancing Health, Transforming Lives.
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IndustryHealthcare
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No. of Employees11,000+
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