HIM Technician II: Medical Records
Hoag Health System · Costa Mesa, California, United States
Primary Duties and Responsibilities
The Health Information Management Technician II processes health information under the direction of the HIM Manager or designated supervisor which includes but is not limited to:
- Pick-up of discharged patient records from nursing units
- Prepping/scanning/indexing documents in the EMR
- Answers telephone and responds according to department policy
- Keeps supervisor informed of issues/concerns that may arise
- Seeks out additional tasks when assigned work is completed
- provides backup coverage for other positions in the HIM department
- Meets quality and/or productivity expectations
- Performs other duties as assigned
- Anticipated shift schedule is 11am - 7:30pm
Additional duties may include:
- Accurately analyze records for deficiencies
- Manage all aspects of the clerical transcription process
- Works various work queues in the EMR
Education and Experience
- High school diploma or equivalent required
- One year of clerical experience required including working with calculations and phone systems
- Basic experience with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel) required
- One year of medical record experience required
- Knowledge of medical terminology and anatomy preferred
Certifications Preferred
Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA) or Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT)
Required Shift
11:00 am - 7:30pm(2nd shift)