Health Information Services Tech III

Job Summary and Responsibilities

As our Health Information Services Tech III, you will perform all HIM clerical job functions, and manage rejected orders, suspensions, and duplicate/unlinked medical record numbers in the EMR, potentially assisting with release of information.

 

Every day you will process and resolve complex issues related to medical records, ensuring accuracy and integrity within the electronic medical record system, and may assist with critical release of information requests.

 

To be successful in this role, you will possess advanced clerical and technical skills in HIM, meticulous attention to detail in resolving complex EMR issues, a strong understanding of record integrity, and the ability to work independently to maintain accurate patient information.

• Able to perform all advance level function, duties, and tasks in the Health Information Management Department.
• Demonstrates proficiency of the designated computer systems and the electronic medical record.
• Oversee and manage the suspension cycle.
• Processes done and declined orders.
• Monitors the transcription QA hold queue.
• Meets qualitative and quantitative standards.

Job Requirements

Required

• High School Diploma or GED
• Two (2) years of HIM or related experience working in an electronic health record OR completion of an HIM accredited program
• Proficient in medical terminology

Preferred

• Associate Degree in healthcare related field
• Registered Health Information Tech (RHIT or RHIA)

Where You’ll Work

St. Thomas More Hospital, a 25-bed Critical Access Hospital, is the cornerstone of health care services for Fremont County and surrounding southern Colorado communities. St. Thomas More offers 24 hour emergency and trauma services; inpatient acute care; intensive care; labor, delivery, and nursery care; multi-modal diagnostic imaging; inpatient and outpatient surgical services; rehabilitation services; cardiopulmonary rehab and diagnostics; sleep studies; an infusion center; wound care; and a community blood bank. We are on a mission to provide high quality care with zero harm to patients and employees. Our board-certified physicians specialize in emergency medicine, internal medicine, urology, bariatric services, obstetrics/gynecology services, general surgery, orthopedic surgery and osteopathic treatment. Employees of St. Thomas More enjoy the camaraderie of a close-knit community hospital, the relaxed feel of small-town life and an affordable cost of living in a town rich in culture and historic architecture. Located about 50 miles from Colorado Springs at the foothills of the Rocky Mountains and the mouth of the Royal Gorge, locals and visitors alike enjoy this area for some of the state’s best hiking, wildlife, rafting, camping, fishing, climbing, and mountain biking. Canon City has an assortment of restaurants, and breweries, and Farmer’s Markets in the summer months.