JOB SUMMARY

The Health Information Management (HIM) Associate position is accountable for a wide variety of functions within the HIM department which include the following: completion of birth registry requirements (to include Acknowledgement of Paternity), scanning and quality control of medical record documents, release of information and record completion functions. The specific functions assigned rely on the complexity and staffing needs of the facility.

WORK MODEL

This medical records position is 100% onsite, not remote or hybrid.

Hours are ONE of the shifts below:

• Sunday - Thursday     8:00a to 4:30p
• Tuesday - Saturday    8:00a to 4:30p

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE ROLE

• Monitors and assigns medical record deficiencies to appropriate provider for completion, completes medical record suspension, and monitors chart completion for coding.
• Processes legal birth certificates according to State laws and hospital policy.
• Retrieves medical records from unit, prep, scan and index documents and perform quality control of documents with EHR
• Performs release of information to ensure compliance with policy and State Federal requirements.
• Research, troubleshoot, and resolve documentation issues on accounts.
• Perform Proxy processing to ensure compliance with BSW policy and State and Federal requirements.
• Assist physicians with completing legal death certificates according to State laws and hospital policy.
• Cross trained and provide backup coverage for all job functions of HIM Technician.

KEY SUCCESS FACTORS

• Proficient computer and work processing skills.
• Excellent critical thinking skills.
• Ability to review errors and problem solve.
• Proven customer service skills.
• Ability to work effectively with a variety of customers; to include physician, nurses, and patients.

BENEFITS

Our competitive benefits package includes the following

• Immediate eligibility for health and welfare benefits
• 401(k) savings plan with dollar-for-dollar match up to 5%
• Tuition Reimbursement
• PTO accrual beginning Day 1

Note: Benefits may vary based upon position type and/or level

QUALIFICATIONS

• EDUCATION - H.S. Diploma/GED Equivalent
• EXPERIENCE - 2 Years of Experience
  • Preferably in a healthcare facility.
  • Medical Records knowledge would be a key success factor for this role.

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About Baylor Scott & White Health

Baylor Scott & White Health (BSWH) is the largest not-for-profit health care system in Texas and one of the largest in the United States. With a commitment to and a track record of innovation, collaboration, integrity and compassion for the patient, BSWH stands to be one of the nation’s exemplary health care organizations. Our mission is to serve all people by providing personalized health and wellness through exemplary care, education and research as a Christian ministry of healing. Joining our team is not just accepting a job, it’s accepting a calling!

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