Health Information Specialist
Company: Yakima Valley Farm Workers Clinic
Location: Granger
Posted on: April 28, 2024
Job Description:
Join our team as a Health Information Specialist at Toppenish
Administration in Toppenish, WA, and be part of a healthcare
organization that believes in making a difference beyond medical
care! At Yakima Valley Farm Workers Clinic, we believe you are more
than an employee, and we are more than a job! We value inclusivity,
and we are a community committed to the well-being of our
members.
We've transformed into a leading community health center. With 40+
clinics across Washington and Oregon, we offer a wide range of
services such as medical, dental, pharmacy, orthodontia,
nutritional counseling, autism screening, and behavioral health.
Our holistic model also extends assistance to shelter, energy,
weatherization, HIV and AIDS counseling, home visits, and mobile
medical/dental clinics.
Explore our short clips, " WE are Yakima - WE are Family " and "
YVFWC - And then we grew , " for a glimpse into our dedication to
our communities, health, and
What We Offer:
- $17.98-$22.02/hour with ability to go higher for highly
experienced candidates
- 100% employer-paid health insurance for employees, including
Medical, Dental, Vision, Rx, 24/7 telemedicine
- Profit sharing & 403(b) retirement plan
- Generous paid time off, 8 paid holidays, and much more!
Essential Functions/Responsibilities/Duties
- Receives requests for medical and dental records from various
parties, including patients, healthcare providers, insurance
companies, and legal entities. Review requests to verify their
validity and ensure they contain the required information.
- Ensures the indexing and release of medical information comply
with all relevant privacy and security regulations according to
HIPAA and YVFWC policies and procedures.
- Retrieve and process the requested medical records from various
sources, such as the EPIC e-Medical and e-Dental system(s), paper
charts from Iron Mountain, and imaging systems. Electronically
tracks the delivery of records and documents that are in patient
accounts.
- Reviews all incoming digital scanned or faxed documents
received and indexes documents by assigning keywords using the
Document Management System (OnBase) and EPIC e-Medical and e-Dental
system(s).
- Ensures scanned documentation is free from errors and
accurately indexed, using electronic fax software (RightFax) to
route documents to the provider to review and sign.
- Ensures the security and confidentiality of sensitive documents
while indexing, processing, and releasing documentation.
- Assists staff, clinic, or requestor with questions regarding
scanned documents, medical record requests, and/or general
compliance expectations.
- Collaborates with internal teams such as Information Systems
(IS), Compliance, and front and back office clinical departments to
facilitate the sharing and retrieval of documentation and/or
troubleshooting issues.
- Answers incoming calls and processes incoming mail.
- Conducts investigations and monitoring as requested.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
- Required Education: High School Diploma or General Education
Diploma (GED). Coursework in medical terminology, health records,
Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA), and
compliance preferred.
- Preferred Experience: At least one year of healthcare
compliance and/or medical records experience
- Knowledge/Skills/Abilities: Bilingual (English/Spanish)
preferred. Must demonstrate the ability to communicate at level 9
on the language proficiency scale to receive bilingual differential
pay. Knowledge of medical terminology, medical records practices,
investigations, and policies and procedures, including the Health
Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA). Strong
knowledge of HIPAA, Oregon, and Washington privacy laws, medical
records laws, and their exceptions. Knowledge of clinical
workflows, Document Management Systems, and the EPIC e-Medical and
e-Dental system(s). Strong analytical, decision-making, and
problem-solving skills. Effective verbal, written, and listening
communication skills. Strong customer relations skills, including
the ability to manage stressful situations. Strong attention to
detail and accuracy. Ability to prioritize work and handle a
variety of tasks simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.
Ability to exercise independent judgment and decision-making.
Ability to handle sensitive situations and confidential information
with discretion. Ability to develop effective working relationships
with internal and clinical staff. Basic proficiency with a variety
of computer programs, including Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel,
First Source, and EHR.
Our mission celebrates diversity. We are committed to
equal-opportunity employment.
Contact us at ...@yvfwc.org for more information about this
opportunity! Associated topics: aseptic technique, bacteria,
clinical, cytometry, drug, drug development, drug discovery,
healthcare, histology, patient
Keywords: Yakima Valley Farm Workers Clinic, Yakima , Health Information Specialist, Healthcare , Granger, Washington
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