Health Information Clerk

Description:

Assist HIM department with clerical/secretarial duties (answer telephone, greet, and assist customers, etc.). Assemble, retrieve, and/or file medical reports and records. Copy & distribute outpatient laboratory and Emergency room reports, same day surgery reports to physicians. Provide information regarding medical records according to established procedures. Scanning of medical records in to Electronic Medical Records system. Acquires signatures for unsigned medical record orders and other documents.

QUALIFICATIONS: High School diploma or equivalent. Prior experience working in a Medical Records Department or related field preferred. Basic understanding of medical terminology. Proficient computer skills; knowledge of software such as CPSI. Must be detail-oriented and able to multi-task. Must be committed to strict confidentiality, security, and integrity of patient data.