Abstracter - Quality Improvement (Health Information Management Coding)

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Job Description & Responsibilities:

Perform duties involving abstracting and/or processing patient information from the medical record. Data entry into external and internal databases is required. GENERAL REQUIREMENTS: Adheres to the hospital and departmental attendance and punctuality guidelines. Performs all job responsibilities in alignment with the core values, mission and vision of the organization. Performs other duties as required and completes all job functions as per departmental policies and procedures. Maintains current knowledge in present areas of responsibility (i.e., self education, attends ongoing educational programs). Attends staff meetings and completes mandatory in-services and requirements and competency evaluations on time. WORKING CONDITIONS General environment: Works in a well-lighted, air-conditioned area, with moderate noise levels. May be required to change from one task to another of different nature without loss of efficiency or composure. Periods of high stress and fluctuating workloads may occur. May be scheduled as needed including overtime.

Qualifications

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS: 2 year / Associate Degree in in related field (Required) EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS 0 - 1 year Medical Terminology and Medical Records Department operations (Required) CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENSURES Preferred Certifications/Licensures: Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT) GENERAL SKILLS

Salary:

Depending on Experience


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