Lead Health Info Mgmt Specialist at BJC HealthCare

Des Peres, Missouri, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

12 Jun, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

14 Mar, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Prepping, Scanning, Staff Training, Support, Quality Control, Chart Pickup, Chart Corrections, Task Delegation, Workflow Coordination, Data Integrity Maintenance, Auditing, Communication, Customer Interaction, Technical Support

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

Additional Information About the Role Missouri Baptist Hospital is seeking a Lead Heathcare Information Specialist to join our team! This individual will be prepping, scanning, staff training and support, quality control, chart pick up, and assisting nursing with chart corrections. They will also cover Barnes St. Peters during PTO or staff absences. Schedule: M-F starting at 7:30 AM Overview BJC HealthCare is one of the largest nonprofit health care organizations in the United States, delivering services to residents primarily in the greater St. Louis, southern Illinois and southeast Missouri regions. With net revenues of $6.3 billion and more than 30,000 employees, BJC serves patients and their families in urban, suburban and rural communities through its 14 hospitals and multiple community health locations. Services include inpatient and outpatient care, primary care, community health and wellness, workplace health, home health, community mental health, rehabilitation, long-term care and hospice. BJC is the largest provider of charity care, unreimbursed care and community benefits in the state of Missouri. BJC and its hospitals and health service organizations provide $785.9 million annually in community benefit. That includes $410.6 million in charity care and other financial assistance to patients to ensure medical care regardless of their ability to pay. In addition, BJC provides additional community benefits through commitments to research, emergency preparedness, regional health care safety net services, health literacy, community outreach and community health programs and regional economic development. BJC’s patients have access to the latest advances in medical science and technology through a formal affiliation between Barnes-Jewish Hospital and St. Louis Children’s Hospital with the renowned Washington University School of Medicine, which consistently ranks among the top medical schools in the country. Preferred Qualifications Role Purpose The Lead Health Information Management (HIM) Specialist provides day-to-day guidance to the HIM team on departmental processes and applications. This position delegates tasks to team members and ensures that there is adequate coverage to meet the needs of the customers and patients being served. This position also ensures that HIM team members are properly oriented and trained on HIM policies and guidelines. Responsibilities Coordinates assignments for HIM staff through monitoring of work load and priorities; assembles work plans that achieve department requirements and priorities; reorganizes workflow as required. Reviews, analyzes and maintains data integrity of the official record of care (medical record) and relevant applications, via coordination and participation in training and auditing of HIM staff; focuses on areas where additional training is required and interacts with staff to promote an environment of continuous improvement. Monitors production and accuracy; utilizing data, identifies areas for improvement and interacts timely with department leadership. Effectively communicates, interacts and partners with hospital departments and external customers. Performs HIM technical support functions as required. Minimum Requirements Education High School Diploma or GED Experience 2-5 years Preferred Requirements Education Associate's Degree Experience 5-10 years Licenses & Certifications RHIA/RHIT Benefits and Legal Statement BJC Total Rewards At BJC we’re committed to providing you and your family with benefits and resources to help you manage your physical, emotional, social and financial well-being. Comprehensive medical, dental, vison, life insurance, and legal services available first day of the month after hire date Disability insurance* paid for by BJC Annual 4% BJC Automatic Retirement Contribution 401(k) plan with BJC match Tuition Assistance available on first day BJC Institute for Learning and Development Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts Paid Time Off benefit combines vacation, sick days, holidays and personal time Adoption assistance To learn more, go to our Benefits Summary. *Not all benefits apply to all jobs The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees in this position. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. Equal Opportunity Employer

Responsibilities

The Lead Health Information Management Specialist guides the HIM team on processes and applications, delegates tasks, ensures adequate coverage, and trains team members on policies and guidelines. Responsibilities include coordinating staff assignments, monitoring workload, and ensuring the integrity of the official record of care.