Snoqualmie Indian Tribe Hiring for Medical Records Technician Job at Snoqualmie, WA Full Time

Responsible for providing health record support to providers, staff, Tribal Members and clients. Works closely with providers, supervisor and Health and Wellness Managers to ensure paper and electronic health records are available to support client care and maintain organized client records.

Essential Functions

• Perform duties related to the receipt, intake, organization, maintenance and transfer of health and administrative information related to client’s medical records.
• Capture clinical and administrative information in a timely manner while utilizing the most current technology available, such as scanning insurance card and attaching to medical record.
• Perform duties related to the transfer of health and other related records to VISTA Imaging system to integrate clinical documentation, images and other scanned documents into client’s electronic medical record. Monitor the timeliness and accuracy of data transferred.
• When health and other related records are received in various forms such as facsimile, electronic or paper copy, the Medical Records Technician will ensure that all necessary health and administrative information is integrated into the client’s electronic health record using VISTA imaging scanner, desktop scanner or copier/scanner.
• The Medical Records Technician will be a key employee to assist with the conversion of paper health records so they are scanned electronically and incorporated into the correct client electronic health record. Work cooperatively with Health and Wellness Managers to assist with records conversion to electronic format.
• Prioritize work to assure completion and accuracy of scanning and records conversion within specified timeframe. Ensure scanned records are accurate and organized according to department standards.
• Assure all hard copies of client’s health and other related records are archived and/or stored following the Tribe’s records retention policy and all applicable laws such as the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) and HIPAA Privacy Rule.
• Follow up on and/or provide copy of medical records requested from clients and Tribal Members while ensuring request is accurate and allowable according to HIPAA.
• Perform client registration duties as requested by Supervisor to support SBHS Receptionist.
• Work as a team member within the Snoqualmie Behavioral Health Services department and the Health and Wellness division.
• Ability to operate computer, computer software and programs, scanners, copier, email, instant messenger, fax and phone.
• Maintain confidentiality and communicate with tact and discretion.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent required; medical terminology coursework or equivalent experience required; Associate of Arts degree in Health Information Management or related degree preferred.
• One to two years prior medical record experience required including use of the Resource Patient Management System (RPMS) electronic health record.
• Prior documentation requirements, functions and procedure experience in a Behavioral Health and Purchased/Referred Care records setting.
• Computer proficiency is required including knowledge of Word, Excel and Adobe Acrobat Pro.
• Strong verbal and written communication and customer service skills including the ability to communicate effectively across a wide range of audiences.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to organize and prioritize workload and complete deliverables accurately by deadlines in place.
• Must agree to be subject to the Tribe’s Controlled Substance and Alcohol Testing Policy to include pre-employment screening.
• Must pass background check.
• Must have and maintain a valid and unrestricted Washington State driver’s license is required.
• Must have and maintain an approved driving record.

Tribal Preference

The Snoqualmie Indian Tribe follows the Tribal Hiring Preference as outlined in tribal policies, which allows hiring preference to qualified individuals that are enrolled in a federally recognized Indian tribe.

Additional Information

• This is an hourly full-time position and employment is at-will.
• Compensation will be determined based on experience, starts at $17.96 per hour.
• Competitive medical, dental, life and disability insurance benefits effective first of the month following date of hire.
• 401k retirement plan with employer matching contributions after 90 days employment.
• Generous paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave.
• The Medical Records Technician position is funded with third party revenues and grant funds and is contingent upon SBHS sustaining revenues and grant funding to pay for the position.

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