HIM Tech/Specialist

About the position

The HIM Tech/Specialist position at Logan Regional Medical Center involves assisting physicians and other medical personnel in achieving timely, accurate, and complete documentation practices. The role is crucial in ensuring that medical records are complete and compliant with regulatory requirements.

Responsibilities

• Analyzes the assembled record for chart completion deficiencies, in accordance with regulatory requirements and medical staff rules and regulations.
• Ensures any deficiencies are assigned to the appropriate medical staff member and data is entered for tracking and monitoring purposes.
• Reviews documentation and updates or clears the deficiencies as appropriate.
• Responsible for answering telephone calls and assisting visitors (including but not limited to physicians, patients, and their family members), while maintaining confidentiality.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent (Required).
• Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.