HIM TECH I | HEALTH INFORMATION MGMT | PER DIEM - DAY SHIFTS (24816)

Description

Join Our Team at Bergen New Bridge Medical Center!**

We are dedicated to providing high-quality, compassionate care to our diverse community. As a leading healthcare provider, we offer a supportive and inclusive work environment. If you’re passionate about making a difference and thrive in a collaborative setting, Bergen New Bridge Medical Center is looking for a Health Information Management Technician I

Responsibilities:

Pick up and reconciliation of all discharged encounters throughout Hospital pursuant to assigned schedule.

Demonstrates ability to use computer applications (e.g. HPF, Paragon, Webnet) proficiently.

Retrieves medical record documentation for patient care.

Accurately assigns deficiencies for outpatient encounters.

Accurately assembles LTC Records.

Answers departmental phone in a timely and courteous manner.

Knowledge of prepping and scanning a medical record.

Demonstrates ability to assist physicians (or other clinical staff) with transcription and/or HPF questions, as needed.

Performs duties in accordance with established procedures, protocols and department standards.

Participates in department and organizational performance improvement activities.

Remains sensitive to the needs of others; treats others with respect, dignity, and courtesy.

Demonstrates interpersonal skills necessary to communicate effectively and positively with various internal and external customers protocol, standard of behavior, and customer service.

Ensures that patient's confidentiality is maintained in accordance with regulations and policy.

Demonstrates courtesy and cooperation when interacting with coworkers.

Works collaboratively with other departments in achieving patient care goals.

Maintains flexibility in work assignments and schedule.

Seeks out continuing education opportunities to improve skill set.

Customer Service: respect, flexibility, knowledge, confidence, professionalism, pleasant attitude, patience and helpfulness. All responses should be timely, professional, caring, and respectful in accordance with Customer Service Performance expectations

Maintains established departmental policies and procedures, objectives, quality assurance program, safety, environmental, and infection control standards. Assesses gaps in policies and procedures, and create necessary policies and procedures to fulfill these gaps.

Understands and adheres to the Medical Center’s Code of Conduct.

Familiar with the Medical Center’s Mission, Vision, and Values Statements.

Other Duties:

Performs other duties as assigned to support the overall objectives of the department and organization.

Position Qualifications:

• Computer literate.

• Good organizational skills.

• Good oral and written communication skills.

• Good interpersonal skills.

• Speaks, reads, and writes English to the extent required by the position.

• Previous experience in the medical field preferred.

• Previous customer service experience preferred.

• Working knowledge of medical terminology required

Education:

High School graduation or equivalent preferred.

Job Setting/Physical Demands:

• General office areas.

• Contact with staff and physicians.

• Frequent standing, walking, stooping, stretching, reaching, bending, and kneeling.

Salary commensurate with experience within posted range:

$20.60 per hour

We provide a comprehensive benefits package, including a competitive medical, dental, and vision plans. We prioritize work-life balance with a generous time off policy that includes ample vacation days, personal time, sick leave and nine paid holidays. Additionally, we are committed to the personal and professional growth of our employees, offering robust tuition reimbursement and continuing education programs to help support our employees ongoing development.

Qualifications

Education

Preferred

• High School or better in Diploma/GED

Equal Opportunity Employer

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