Health Information Management (HIM) Tech | Full Time | On-Site

This job was posted by https://idahoworks.gov : For more information, please see: https://idahoworks.gov/jobs/2594938 Requisition Number:[HEALT004036]{bind="text: RequisitionNumber()" automation="requisition-number"} Gritman Medical Center is seeking a dedicated HIM Technician to join our Health Information Management team! This is a great opportunity to gain hands-on experience in a healthcare setting, supporting both patient care and clinical operations through accurate documentation and recordkeeping. This is a full-time position with minimal work experience requirements. ### Job Summary: Gritman Medical Center is seeking a dedicated HIM Technician to join our Health Information Management team! This is a great opportunity to gain hands-on experience in a healthcare setting, supporting both patient care and clinical operations through accurate documentation and recordkeeping. This is a full-time position with minimal work experience requirements. ### What You'll Do: As an HIM Technician, you'll play a key role in ensuring medical records are complete, accurate, and handled with the utmost confidentiality. You'll assist physicians, patients, and staff by: - Managing electronic health records (EHR), including scanning, verifying, and indexing documents. - Processing release of information requests according to policy and privacy standards. - Supporting audits and medical documentation review processes. - Assisting with correcting or amending electronic records as needed. - Providing administrative support for a variety of HIM services. - Demonstrating excellent customer service through respectful and kind communication. ### What We're Looking For: Minimum qualifications: - High school diploma or equivalent. - At least 1 year of experience in a healthcare or customer service setting. - Strong computer skills, especially in Microsoft Office. - Typing speed of 40 WPM and proficiency with 10-key data entry. - Detail-oriented with good organization and problem-solving skills. - Ability to work well in a team and manage multiple tasks. - Familiarity with basic office equipment (fax, scanner, copier, etc.). Preferred qualifications: - Previous experience with medical records or in a Health Information department. - Working knowledge of electronic health records systems. ### Physical & Environmental Info: - Primarily a desk-based position with significant computer use. - Occasional lifting of up to 30 lbs (e.g., boxes of records). - Some walking and light physical activity required. - Work environment includes frequent interaction with staff, patients, and vendors. ::: {bind="if: $parent.shouldShowEqualOpportunityEmployerDescription"} ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Equal Opportunity Employer\ This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review theKnow Your Rights{target="_blank" rel="noopener"}notice from the Department of Labor. :::