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 Clinical Informatics Specialist (CIS) who will collaborate with primary care providers and be integral to the Care Team. The CIS's primary responsibilities include ensuring accurate and efficient medical documentation during patient encounters, allowing healthcare professionals to focus more on patient care while maintaining comprehensive patient records.
Key Responsibilities
- Patient Encounter Documentation: Accompany healthcare providers and document relevant medical information accurately in real-time.
- EHR Management: Navigate electronic health record systems to manage and ensure compliance of patient data.
- Chart Review: Regularly review patient charts for completeness and accuracy.
- Effective Communication: Facilitate the exchange of information between healthcare providers and team members.
- Data Entry and Coding: Enter accurate ICD-10 and CPT codes for diagnoses and services.
- Liaison for Documentation Queries: Serve as a liaison between the coding team and providers for documentation queries.
- Morning Huddle Preparation: Research patients' historical charts to enhance huddle presentations.
- Quality Metrics Management: Analyze and report on healthcare quality metrics to improve outcomes.
- Population Health Optimization: Analyze strategies to enhance patient stratification and management protocols.
- Evidence-Based Research: Stay updated on medical protocols and provide data to the care team.
- Maintain Confidentiality: Adhere to confidentiality regulations and handle patient data discreetly.
Qualifications
- Bilingual in Spanish and English
- 2+ years of scribe experience or clinical experience with some scribing
- Preferred: Medical Assistant Diploma, Bachelor's degree
Skills
- Bilingual in Spanish and English
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills
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.
Required Employment / Compliance Language
Medix is an equal opportunity employer and requires compliance with employment and applicable laws regarding non-discrimination as well as adherence to ethical standards. Employment decisions are based on qualifications and business needs.
*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 Allied 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: providing direct patient care, accessing medical and confidential records, accessing and administering prescription medication or other drugs, working within a clinical setting, handling sharp instruments, conducting medical procedures, 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.
