Health Information Management (HIM) Clerk at Harlan County Health System

Alma, Nebraska, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

02 Jun, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

04 Mar, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Record Management, Data Entry, EHR System, Auditing, HIPAA Compliance, Release Of Information, Credentialing Support, Regulatory Documentation, Attention To Detail, Organizational Skills, Prioritization, Communication Skills, Medical Terminology, Microsoft Office, Confidentiality

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

Description Position Summary: The HIM Clerk supports the organization’s health information operations by ensuring patient records are accurate, secure, and accessible. This role performs a variety of administrative and clerical tasks related to record management, release of information, credential support, and regulatory compliance. The HIM Clerk plays a key role in protecting patient confidentiality while helping maintain the integrity and availability of medical records across the organization. Essential Job Functions: Record Management & Data Entry • Accurately enter and update patient information within the electronic health record (EHR) system. • Prepare, organize, and maintain patient records for coding, billing, and auditing purposes. • Conduct routine audits of health records to ensure accuracy, completeness, and compliance. • Support the integrity, confidentiality, and security of all protected health information in accordance with HIPAA and hospital policies. Release of Information & Record Requests • Retrieve, process, and fulfill medical record requests from providers, patients, and authorized parties in a timely manner. • Assist with the release of medical information, ensuring proper authorization and documentation requirements are met. • Collaborate with clinical and administrative staff to support accurate documentation and record retrieval. Credentialing & Administrative Support • Compile and submit credentialing information for insurance and practice credentialing. • Prepare credentialing packets for review by the Chief Medical Officer and Medical Staff. • Assist with completion of legal and regulatory documentation, including birth certificates, death certificates, and insurance-related forms. Systems & Department Support • Provide support and maintenance of electronic health record systems and related technologies. • Participate in training, and continuing education activities. • Perform other duties as assigned to support department operations. Requirements Qualifications: Required • High school diploma or equivalent • Previous experience in healthcare setting, particularly in health information management or medical records Preferred: • Associate degree in Health Information Management or related field, • RHIT (Registered Health Information Technician) or RHIA (Registered Health Information Administrator) Core Competencies • Strong attention to detail and organizational skills. • Ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple responsibilities in a fast-paced environment. • Effective communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to work across departments. • Knowledge of medical terminology and healthcare documentation practices. • Understanding of HIPAA regulations and confidentiality standards. • Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) and general computer systems. Working Conditions Primarily office-based with regular computer and phone use. May involve occasional lifting of up to 20 pounds and periodic travel within the facility or external locations for meetings and other work-related activities. This job description is intended to summarize key responsibilities and requirements. Duties may change at any time. HCHS is an equal opportunity employer.

Responsibilities

The HIM Clerk is responsible for supporting health information operations by ensuring patient records are accurate, secure, and accessible through tasks like data entry into the EHR, record maintenance, and fulfilling information release requests. This role also involves assisting with credentialing support and ensuring compliance with HIPAA and hospital policies regarding protected health information.