Working Title: Electronic Health Information SpecialistJob Class: Office and Administrative Specialist, IntermediateAgency: Human Services Dept
Job ID : 77276
Location : Anoka
Telework Eligible : Yes - After 60 days, this position may be eligible for a flexible work arrangement that may allow for a mixture of working in our office at Anoka Regional Treatment Center and Telework. (https://mn.gov/mmb-stat/policies/1422-telework.pdf)
Full/Part Time : Full-Time
Regular/Temporary : Unlimited
Who May Apply : Open to all qualified job seekers
Date Posted : 06/04/2024
Closing Date : 06/10/2024
Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : Department of Human Services / DHS Anoka Metro Trt Ctr AFSCME
Division/Unit : Direct Care and Treatment / DCT HIMS Anoka
Work Shift : Day Shift
Work Hours : 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Days of Work : Monday - Friday
Travel Required : No
Salary Range: $19.57 - $25.95 / hourly; $40,862 - $54,183 / annually
Classified Status : Classified
Bargaining Unit/Union : 206 - Clerical/AFSCME
Work Area : Anoka Regional Treatment Center
FLSA Status : Nonexempt
Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities (https://mn.gov/mmb/careers/diverse-workforce/people-with-disabilities/connect700/) : Yes
The work you'll do is more than just a job.At the State of Minnesota, employees play a critical role in developing policies, providing essential services, and working to improve the well-being and quality of life for all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota is committed to equity and inclusion, and invests in employees by providing benefits, support resources, and training and development opportunities.The Department of Human Services is unable to provide sponsorship for work visas. Applicants must be eligible to work in the United States at the start of employment.After 60 days, this position may be eligible for a flexible work arrangement that may allow for a mixture of working in our office at Anoka Regional Treatment Center and Telework (https://mn.gov/mmb-stat/policies/1422-telework.pdf) Direct Care and Treatment (DCT) is seeking an individual to join our Health Information Management Service (HIMS) Team for an exciting and rewarding opportunity as an Electronic Health Information Specialist! This position will work closely with facility staff in regard to compliance with HIMS policies and procedures.Primary responsibilities:
Maintaining accurate medical records in accordance with applicable standards and requirements.
Responding to requests for information requested by external entities including law enforcement agencies.
Reviewing authorizations for the release of information requests to ensure that patient information is protected, and responses are timely, accurate and compliant.
Perform HIMS related work as needed and required so medical records, admissions, and other necessary functions are carried out efficiently and effectively.
Managing the facilities patient reporting process to maintain accurate patient census records.
Processing electronic clinical and legal patient information by charting and scanning medical record and legal documents using the Electronic Health Record.
Minimum Qualifications
Specialized Terminology including medical terminology or coding; document management; scanning, indexing and quality control.
Customer Service skills sufficient to communicate information to clients, including phone calls and walk-in contacts in helpful and courteous manner.
Data Entry skills sufficient to create database records and update entries or create and apply the basics of spreadsheets and supply/retrieve information in databases.
English Language skills to read, write, and understand with proficiency in spelling, grammar, and punctuation used in medical/treatment records.
Math skills sufficient to add, subtract, divide, and calculate averages.
Physical Demands of this position include standing, sitting, pulling, stooping; ability to lift and move paper and batched documents of up to 20 pounds; ability to move arms on a continual basis sufficient to open mail, sort and file documents.
Spreadsheet skills sufficient to develop and modify basic spreadsheets, and sort and extract data.
Typing/Keyboarding skills sufficient to complete a variety of reports, letters, forms, and data summaries.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience within the records management field, medical terminology, or electronic medical records.
Ability to interact with superiors, employees, and the public to gain their support and establish positive working relationships.
Preparing, maintaining, and compiling reports regarding health information.
Following data privacy/confidentiality guidelines such as state statutes and regulations regarding data privacy, security, and HIPAA.
Our employees are dedicated to ensuring cultural responsiveness. Preferred candidates will have a variety of experiences working effectively with others from different backgrounds and cultures.
Additional RequirementsTo facilitate proper crediting, please ensure that your resume clearly describes your experience in the areas listed and indicates the beginning and ending month and year for each job held.REFERENCE/BACKGROUND CHECKS - The Department of Human Services will conduct reference checks to verify job-related credentials and criminal background check prior to appointment.AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYERMinnesota State Colleges and Universities is an Equal Opportunity employer/educator committed to the principles of diversity. We prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or membership in a local commission as defined by law. As an affirmative action employer, we actively seek and encourage applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status.Reasonable accommodations will be made to all qualified applicants with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance or cannot access the online job application system, please contact the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email [email protected] . Please indicate what assistance is needed.