HIM Technician II

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Department: Health Information Management

Shift/schedule: Full Time (40 hrs/wk)

GENERAL SUMMARY

Works under the supervision of the HIM Manager. The primary function of the HIM Technician is to demonstrate competency in both quality and productivity for their assigned base job, demonstrate competency in bookmarks, scanning, analysis and quality checks. May be asked to assist in working revenue reports that require distribution of incomplete work to coders and other staff. Performs other duties as assigned.

REQUIREMENTS

Education:

• High School Diploma or equivalent required


• Basic typing/computer course strongly preferred


• Medical terminology and/or anatomy course preferred


• Health information technician certification or equivalent preferred


• Certified Electronic Health Records Specialist (CEHRS) preferred

Licensure:

• None

Experience:

• HIM experience preferred

JOB SPECIFIC DUTIES AND PERFORMANCE EXPECTATIONS

The following is a summary of the major job duties of this job. Other duties may be performed, both major and minor, which are not mentioned below. Specific activities may change from time to time. 

1. Demonstrates competency in the entire electronic record process (bookmarks, scanning, assembly, analysis, re-analysis, quality checks, post assembly documents, deficiency additions and resolution within their base job assignment.
   
   


2. Operates all health data software currently used in our electronic record process, record retrieval and record tracking.
   
   


3. Answers telephone and completes written requests for information as per procedure.
   
   


4. Complete productivity and goal sheets as directed.
   
   


5. Performs other duties as assigned by the supervisor.

Why SOMC? You Care for Our Patients, We Care for You

At Southern Ohio Medical Center, our mission is to make a difference in the community we serve. We're committed to delivering exceptional care and that starts with our team members. When you join SOMC, you're not just starting a job. You're joining a mission.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive pay with quarterly market analysis


• Performance-based annual increase and bonus eligibility


• Up to 4% employer contributions to retirement plans (403(b) and Cash Balance Pension)


• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage*


• Medical and dependent care flexible spending accounts*


• Earned Wage Access - get paid before payday


• Paid Time Off bank with 3 annual sick days


• Life insurance and disability coverage*


• Tuition and certification assistance


• Club LC - discounted/free gym membership


• Employee discount and payroll deduct programs


• And many other benefit offerings!

*Available only to Full-Time and/or Part-Time Employees

Compensation & benefit eligibility is determined by employment status, position type, and hours worked. Offerings are subject to change and governed by SOMC's current plan documents and policies. Specific details will be reviewed upon hire as part of the onboarding process.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position in accordance with applicable law. A full job description is available upon request.

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Southern Ohio Medical Center is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, disability, ethnicity, gender identity, or expression, genetic information, military status, national origin, race, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, pregnancy, protected veteran status or any other basis under the law.