Health Information Tech I

This position processes health information under the direction of the HIM Director or designated supervisor. This position is responsible for coordinating physician medical record completion and the quantitative analysis of all medical record patient types based upon standards established by Title 22, CIHQ, Conditions of Participation and the Medical Staff Rules and Regulations.

PIH Health is a nonprofit, regional healthcare network that serves approximately 3 million residents in the Los Angeles County, Orange County and San Gabriel Valley region. The fully integrated network is comprised of PIH Health Downey Hospital, PIH Health Good Samaritan Hospital, PIH Health Whittier Hospital, 37 outpatient medical office buildings, a multispecialty medical (physician) group, home healthcare services and hospice care, as well as heart, cancer, digestive health, orthopedics, women’s health, urgent care and emergency services. The organization is nationally recognized for excellence in patient care and patient experience, and the College of Healthcare Information Management Executives (CHIME) has identified PIH Health as one of the nation’s top hospital systems for best practices, cutting-edge advancements, quality of care and healthcare technology. For more information, visit PIHHealth.org or follow us on Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram.

Required Skills

Demonstrates knowledge of the following:

• Medical Record documents
• Physician chart completion and chart deficiency analysis
• Basic keyboarding skills
• Must be knowledgeable of medical terminology and familiarity with computers
• Typing speed of 35 wpm
• Able to categorize forms/documents within the medical record
• Must be detailed oriented, self-motivated
• Ability to withstand the pressure of continual deadlines and receipt of work with variable requirements
• Ability to concentrate and maintain accuracy despite frequent interruptions
• Ability to be courteous, tactful, and cooperative throughout the workday
• Ability to use standard office equipment including computers, photocopy, facsimile (FAX) and scanners
• Knowledge of Title 22, CIHQ, Conditions of Participation, Medical Staff Bylaws and Medical Staff Rules and Regulations

Required Experience

Required:

• Knowledgeable of Windows Software
• 3-5 years of Medical Record experience in an acute care setting
• Previous experience with electronic health record applications

Preferred:

• High School graduate or equivalent
• Knowledge of physician record completion and HIPAA
• Knowledge of medical terminology