Senior Specialist-HIMS – Remote Job 2024 Part Time

Responsibilities

Supports patient safety and quality care by being knowledge experts in the Epic Plummer Chart and documentation requirements based on internal policies, The Joint Commission standards, Federal/State and CMS regulations. Monitors active deficiencies within the HIMS Completion, Compliance, and Escalation section, validating and reporting data based on aging criteria. Coordinates with clinicians to ensure documentation contains all required elements and is completed in a timely manner. Assists patients, care providers and allied health staff using outstanding customer service and professional communication.

Provides educational information regarding documentation requirements to clinicians and allied health staff. Compiles and calculates statistical data for reporting to organizational stakeholders. May process chart corrections and patient requests for amendments to clinical notes. Utilizes independent analytical and critical thinking skills. Works independently and collaboratively across the enterprise with minimal supervision.

Supports patient safety and quality care by being knowledge experts of the health care record achieved through quality documentation, integrity of the EHR, timely and accessible health information, regulatory compliance. Coordinates and maintains the flow and content of patient health information in both paper and electronic formats. Analyzes patient information to ensure compliance with standards established by Federal/State & Joint Commission & CMS regulations. Coordinates with clinicians to ensure documentation contains all required elements and is completed in a timely manner. Adheres to, and helps develop, institutional policies regarding health care documentation.

Utilizes independent analytical and critical thinking skills. Works independently and collaboratively across the enterprise with minimal supervision. Adheres to guidelines with regard to accessing minimum necessary information to complete job function. Adheres to state and federal rules regarding privacy and confidentiality of protected health information. Leverages technology to serve the patients and practice. Assists in developing and training HIMS operational teams. Professionally communicates through all electronic, written, and verbal methods. Ensures great customer service while assisting patients, care providers, allied health staff, attorneys, insurance companies, government audits, and others in a courteous, professional and confidential manner.

This Position is 100% Remote can work from anywhere within the United States

** Visa sponsorship is not available for this position; Also, Mayo Clinic DOES NOT participate in the F-1 STEM OPT extension program**

During the selection process, you may participate in an OnDemand (pre-recorded) interview that you can complete at your convenience. During the OnDemand interview, a question will appear on your screen, and you will have time to consider each question before responding. You will have the opportunity to re-record your answer to each question – Mayo Clinic will only see the final recording. The complete interview will be reviewed by a Mayo Clinic staff member, and you will be notified of next steps. We value your interest in the role and look forward to hearing back from you.

Qualifications

Associate’s degree in Health Information Technology. Health Information Technician (HIT) program students actively completing the last semester of the program will be considered; successful completion of HIT program required within 6 months of employment for continued employment.Demonstrated understanding of Joint Commission standards, State Regulations, and CMS requirements. Must possess knowledge of medical records format and content with the ability to perform work in a fast paced, constant change, production environment with a focus on quality. Must possess excellent customer service skills and be able to clearly, concisely and professionally communicate verbally and in written forms. Demonstrated ability to maneuver in multi technology environment and demonstrates proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook) applications. Keyboarding skills required with intermediate typing/keyboard/computer skills. Versed in government regulatory and legal healthcare requirements to protect the patient and organization. Demonstrated medical terminology knowledge and basic project management skills. RHIT or RHIA certification required.

Exemption Status

Nonexempt

Compensation Detail

$20.61 – $32.97/ hour Education, experience and tenure may be considered along with internal equity when job offers are extended.

Benefits Eligible

Yes

Schedule

Full Time

Hours/Pay Period

80

Schedule Details

Monday-Friday, core 4 + variable hours

Weekend Schedule

No weekends

International Assignment

No

Site Description

Recruiter

Lynnette Fleshman