You are applying for a position through Medix, a staffing agency. The actual posting represents a position at one of our clients.
Job Summary
Our client is seeking a Health Information Coordinator responsible for compiling, processing, and managing health information records. The role ensures patient records remain accurate, complete, current, confidential, and compliant with federal and state regulations, HIPAA, and internal policies.
Responsibilities / Job Duties
- Enter and update data in electronic health records, including documentation of POLST.
- Scan and file documents to electronic records in a timely manner.
- Conduct audits of records to maintain accuracy and completeness, consistent with regulations and policies.
- Identify and report documentation deficiencies for resolution.
- Obtain outside medical records and scan them into the electronic record.
- Monitor clinic fax inbox and ensure timely delivery of reports to appropriate providers.
- Respond to medical records access requests, obtaining necessary approvals for release.
- Maintain monthly deactivation lists/enrollment status in electronic records.
- Collaborate to prepare records for audits by CMS or other regulatory agencies.
- Track medical records, including filing, storage, and off-site storage submissions.
- Ensure HIPAA compliance to maintain confidentiality of participant's information.
- Perform other duties as assigned in a positive and helpful manner.
Minimum Education and Experience Qualification Requirements
Required Skills
- 2+ years experience in a medical records position.
- Demonstrated ability to work in an electronic medical records environment.
- Experience working with EMR systems.
- Knowledge of HIPAA compliance standards.
Preferred Skills
- Experience with EPIC or eClinicalWorks EMR systems.
Schedule / Shift
8:00 AM – 5:00 PM (1-hour lunch) or 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM (30-minute lunch), based on candidate preference.
Benefits
- Paid Sick Leave (Medix provides paid sick leave according to state and local sick leave ordinances).
- Health Benefits / Dental / Vision (Medix offers 6 different health plans: 3 Major Medical Plans, 2 Fixed Indemnity Plans (Standard and Preferred), and 1 Minimum Essential Coverage (MEC) Plan. Eligibility for health benefits is based on verifying that an average of 30 hours per week during the first 4 weeks of the work assignment has been met. If you meet eligibility requirements and take action to enroll, you will be covered no earlier than 60 days into your assignment, depending on plan selection(s)).
- 401k (Eligible on the first 401k open enrollment date following 6 consecutive months on assignment. 401k Open Enrollment dates are 1/1, 4/1, 7/1, and 10/1).
- Short Term Disability Insurance.
- Term Life Insurance Plan.
*We will consider for employment all qualified Applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance (FCIHO), Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers (ULAC), The San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance (FCO), and the California Fair Chance Act (CFCA).
Medix Overview:
With over 20 years of experience connecting organizations with highly qualified professionals, Medix is a leading provider of workforce solutions for clients and candidates across the healthcare, scientific, technology, and government industries. Through our core purpose of positively impacting lives, we’re dedicated to creating opportunities for job seekers at some of the nation's top companies. As an award-winning career partner, Medix is committed to helping talent find fulfilling and meaningful work because our mission is to help you achieve yours.
*As a job position within our Revenue Cycle division, a successful completion of a background check may be required as a condition of employment. This requirement is directly related to essential job functions including but not limited to: accessing financial and confidential information, handling financial and other payment data, and working within departments that care for vulnerable populations, such as, minors, elderly and those with physical or mental disabilities. Due to these job duties, this position has a significant impact on the business operations and reputation, as well as the safety and well-being of individuals who may be cared for as part of the job position or who may interact with staff or clients.
