Health Information Management Specialist
Job Location:
Virginia Beach, VA - USA
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Job Summary
A Health Information Management Specialist is responsible for collecting organizing maintaining reviewing and protecting patients medical information. The role involves managing electronic health records checking medical documents for accuracy maintaining patient information and ensuring that healthcare records are complete properly stored and accessible to authorized personnel.
Health Information Management Specialists support hospitals medical offices healthcare organizations and other healthcare providers by helping maintain accurate medical records and protecting confidential patient information. Depending on the position they may also assist with medical coding preparing reports and improving healthcare information systems.
Maintain and update electronic health records and patient information systems.
Review medical records to ensure that information is accurate and complete.
Organize store and retrieve medical documents.
Enter patient information into healthcare databases.
Verify medical records for missing information inconsistencies or errors.
Protect confidential patient information and follow applicable privacy requirements.
Process requests for medical records from authorized individuals and organizations.
Assist with maintaining healthcare documentation and recordkeeping procedures.
Prepare reports using healthcare data and information management systems.
Communicate with healthcare professionals to resolve documentation discrepancies.
Monitor the accuracy and quality of patient information.
Follow organizational policies for storing sharing and protecting medical records.
Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
Basic computer skills and familiarity with digital recordkeeping systems.
Good organizational and time-management skills.
Ability to manage confidential information responsibly.
Good written and verbal communication skills.
Analytical and problem-solving abilities.
Familiarity with electronic health record (EHR) systems.
Ability to maintain accurate documentation.
Understanding of medical terminology and healthcare records.
Ability to work independently and collaborate with healthcare teams.
Required Skills:
Medical Coding Electronic Health Records
