Health Information Management Technician

Your experience matters

Wilson Medical Center is part of Lifepoint Health a diversified healthcare delivery network with facilities coast to coast. We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. As the Health Information Management Technicianjoining our team youre embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier . Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills compassion and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve. This role is 100% on site in Wilson NC.

More about our team

Our Information Technology and Systems team plays a vital role in supporting patient care and hospital operations by ensuring technology systems infrastructure and digital services run efficiently and this fast-paced environment team members collaborate across departments to support daily operations lead technology initiatives and drive continuous improvement. Success in this role requires strong leadership problem-solving communication and a commitment to delivering reliable innovative technology solutions that positively impact both staff and patient experiences.

How youll contribute

As theHealth Information Management Technician you will excel in this role:

• Review medical records for completeness and accuracy identifying tracking and resolving chart deficiencies in accordance with regulatory standards and medical staff requirements.
• Assign documentation deficiencies to appropriate providers and monitor completion to ensure timely closure and compliance with Joint Commission and hospital standards.
• Support physician documentation workflows including dictation system support monitoring late dictations and assisting with record completion and follow-up.
• Perform health information management functions including scanning indexing filing retrieval and maintenance of medical records within the electronic health record (EHR).
• Process and release medical records to physicians patients hospitals and external agencies in accordance with HIPAA regulations and release of information guidelines.
• Provide clerical and administrative support including answering phones and assisting physicians patients families and healthcare staff while maintaining strict confidentiality.
• Assist with data entry reporting and recordkeeping functions including vital records processes such as birth certificate entry while supporting overall HIM department operations.

Schedule: Full-Time; Days.

Why join us

We believe that investing in our employees is the first step to providing excellent patient addition to your base compensation this position also offers:

• Comprehensive Benefits:Multiple levels of medical dental and vision coverage for full-time and part-time employees.
• Financial Protection & PTO:Life accident critical illness hospital indemnity insurance short- and long-term disability paid family leave and paid time off.
• Financial & Career Growth:Higher education and certification tuition assistance loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.
• Employee Well-being:Mental physical and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships virtual care appointments mental health services and discount programs).
• Professional Development:Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.
• Free travel and entertainment discount programto ensure you enjoy your time away from work.

What were looking for

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Experience in Health Information Management or release of information (ROI) practices preferred.
• Strong critical thinking skills with the ability to analyze information and make sound decisions.
• Demonstrated ability to exercise decisive judgment and prioritize tasks effectively.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision while maintaining accuracy and productivity.
• Comfort working in a fast-paced high-volume and potentially stressful healthcare environment.
• Ability to maintain professionalism confidentiality and take appropriate action when handling sensitive information.
  
  

More about Wilson Medical Center

Wilson Medical Center is committed to always providing excellent care to our community. Our 294-bed facility provides services to residents of Wilson County and surrounding commitment to high-quality healthcare is strong. We bring new and innovative programs to those who matter the most - our by The Joint Commission we offer services including cancer care cardiac care orthopedics imaging surgical services and many more.

EEOC Statement

Wilson Medical Centeris an Equal Opportunity Regional Medicalis committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment.

Equal opportunity and affirmative action employers and are looking for diversity in candidates for employment: Minority/Female/Disabled/Protected Veteran