At Memorial Hermann, we pursue a common goal of delivering high quality, efficient care while creating exceptional experiences for every member of our community. When we say every member of our community, that includes our employees. We know that when our employees feel cared for, heard and valued, they are inspired to create moments that exceed expectations, while prioritizing safety, compassion, personalization and efficiency. If you want to advance your career and contribute to our vision of creating healthier communities, now and for generations to come, we want you to be a part of our team.

Job Summary

The Health Information Management Specialist administrative duties as directed to carry out the daily operations of Health Information Management (HIM) department. Processes, maintains and ensures the integrity and quality of the medical record, utilizing technological, analytical and computer and critical thinking skills

Job Description

Desired Skill Sets:

Experience in analyzing/abstracting inpatient and outpatient records

Onsite position

Location: The Woodlands Hospital

Address: 9250 Pinecroft, The Woodlands, TX 77380

Minimum Qualifications

Education: Bachelor's Degree preferred. In lieu of degree, four (4) years of health information management experience required or enrolled in an academic HIM program

Licenses/Certifications: Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT) or Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA) preferred

Experience / Knowledge / Skills:

• Four (4) years of experience in health information management or equivalent health information management education/technical training required in lieu of a degree. Two (2) years of experience preferred with an Associates or Bachelors degree or if enrolled in an academic HIM program.
• Strong knowledge of medical terminology
• Strong knowledge of medical records procedures and compliance
• Good organization skills & interpersonal skills needed
• Effective oral and written communication skills
• Ability to follow instructions and perform tasks accurately
• Ability to work independently with good judgment within the area of responsibility
• Working knowledge of computer systems and programs (expertise in MS Word, Excel and Adobe products)

Principal Accountabilities

• Analyzes complex issues and records.
• Identifies and reports compliance issues, if not within policy and procedure addresses with management.
• Validates and performs quality review of scanned records as well as monitors and maintains the integrity of the legal medical record.
• Solves complex clerical office and chart locator problems.
• Identifies trends in scanning errors and processes and communicates to management.
• Assists with quality review of medical records as appropriate and determined by manager.
• Reviews the medical record and assignment of deficiencies to assure compliance rules and regulations for record completion.
• Audits accuracy of electronic and manual entry and facilitates resolution of any discrepancies.
• Maintains records using multiple, complex systems to retrieve files, locate missing records, file/or scan new and updated information. Identify multiple records.
• Determines appropriate document content and data necessary to be
• Reviews medical records for completeness, and files records in filing system.
• Monitors entries made into medical record documents to ensure that all information is legible, complete, and signed.
• Reviews scanned documents for accuracy, legibility, and appropriate identification.
• Provides customer service related duties.
• Communicates with physicians and staff to clarify diagnosis or get additional information.
• Ensures safe care to patients, staff and visitors; adheres to all Memorial Hermann policies, procedures, and standards within budgetary specifications including time management, supply management, productivity and quality of service.
• Promotes individual professional growth and development by meeting requirements for mandatory/continuing education and skills competency; supports department-based goals which contribute to the success of the organization; serves as preceptor, mentor and resource to less experienced staff.
• Demonstrates commitment to caring for every member of our community by creating compassionate and personalized experiences. Models Memorial Hermann’s service standards by providing safe, caring, personalized and efficient experiences to patients and colleagues.
• Other duties as assigned