HIM Data Specialist - FT - Day - HIM Facility Coding Pennington NJ

Capital Health is the region's leader in providing progressive, quality patient care with significant investments in our exceptional physicians, nurses and staff, as well as advanced technology. Capital Health is a dynamic health care resource accredited by the DNV that includes two hospitals, an outpatient center, satellite ED, and an expansive network of primary and specialty care. Capital Health Medical Group is made up of more than 600 physicians and other providers who offer primary and specialty care, as well as hospital-based services, to patients throughout the region.

Capital Health recognizes that attracting the best talent is key to our strategy and success as an organization. As a result, we aim for flexibility in structuring competitive compensation offers to ensure we can attract the best candidates.

The listed pay range or pay rate reflects compensation for a full-time equivalent (1.0 FTE) position. Actual compensation may differ depending on assigned hours and position status (e.g., part-time).

Pay Range:

$23.09 - $30.01

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40

Position Overview

Responsible for managing, analyzing, and ensuring the accuracy, integrity, and accessibility of health information data. Supports all areas of HIM operations through data management as well as participation in HIM processing to ensure process timeliness and optimization of techniques and technology. Assists leadership to ensure that patient record information is accurate, complete, secure, and compliant with regulatory, legal, and organizational requirements.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
Education: High School Diploma or equivalent. Associate degree or bachelor’s degree in health information management preferred. RHIA or RHIT preferred.
Experience: One year' data analysis or HIM related experience required.
Other Credentials:
Knowledge and Skills: Proficient in document validation. Ability to manipulate data from various systems. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Knowledge of HIPAA and other HIM related regulatory requirements. Proficient in the use of multiple EMR systems
Special Training: Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.
Mental, Behavioral and Emotional Abilities: Ability to work in environment using multiple EMR systems. Ability to work independently and as a team member. Ability to adapt to changing priorities and meet required turnaround times.
Usual Work Day: 8 Hours
Reporting Relationships
Does this position formally supervise employees? No

If set to YES, then this position has the authority (delegated) to hire, terminate, discipline, promote or effectively recommend such to manager.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Performs collection, validation, analysis and reporting of HIM operations data.
Collects, tracks and analyzes information to disseminate and effectively communicate to HIM leadership and team and other organizational leaders.
Supports all facets of job performance in record processing and release of information. Assists in all areas of HIM, coding and CDI with techniques to optimize HIM operations.
Effectively and continuously communicates information to HIM leadership and other CH leadership and departments on status of Physician Queries, Operative reports, ER Notes, Pathology reports and other pertinent documents to assist in management of DNFB and timeliness of overall HIM operations.
Performs an array of duties associated with EMR data integrity and exception reporting of the patient portal, distribution of auto-faxing and merging of duplicate medical record numbers.
Identifies and investigates data quality concerns and collaborates with IT to resolve and implement solutions and streamlined workflows. Grants access to HIM systems based on user role and assures appropriate authorization.
Gathers patient record information from several EMR systems to fulfill record requests and generate invoices when applicable in accordance with HIPAA, state and federal standards.
Electronically analyzes medical records for documentation deficiencies using several hospital systems. Adheres to Medical Record Documentation Requirements Policy when assigning deficiencies.
Participates in team meetings, committees, and cross-functional workgroups to address HIM data quality and operational issues.
Assists HIM leadership and CHMG and other areas of organization to ensure effective record storage and records retention processes.
Assists with system updates, data migrations, or workflow redesigns.
Assists leadership by performing research on the latest industry trends and best practices.
Meets or exceeds departmental accuracy and productivity standards. Fosters teamwork and collaboration
Performs other duties as needed.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT
Frequent physical demands include:

Occasional physical demands include: Standing , Walking , Climbing (e.g., stairs or ladders) , Carry objects , Push/Pull , Twisting , Bending , Reaching forward , Reaching overhead , Squat/kneel/crawl

Continuous physical demands include: Sitting , Wrist position deviation , Pinching/fine motor activities , Keyboard use/repetitive motion , Taste or Smell , Talk or Hear

Lifting Floor to Waist 15 lbs. Lifting Waist Level and Above 10 lbs.

Sensory Requirements include: Accurate Near Vision, Moderate Hearing
Anticipated Occupational Exposure Risks Include the following: Uneven Surfaces or Elevations , Dust/Particulate Matter

This position is eligible for the following benefits:

• Medical Plan

• Prescription drug coverage & In-House Employee Pharmacy

• Dental Plan

• Vision Plan

• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

- Healthcare FSA

- Dependent Care FSA

• Retirement Savings and Investment Plan

• Basic Group Term Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance

• Supplemental Group Term Life & Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance

• Disability Benefits – Long Term Disability (LTD)

• Disability Benefits – Short Term Disability (STD)

• Employee Assistance Program

• Commuter Transit

• Commuter Parking

• Supplemental Life Insurance

- Voluntary Life Spouse

- Voluntary Life Employee

- Voluntary Life Child

• Voluntary Legal Services

• Voluntary Accident, Critical Illness and Hospital Indemnity Insurance

• Voluntary Identity Theft Insurance

• Voluntary Pet Insurance

• Paid Time-Off Program

The pay range listed is a good faith determination of potential base compensation that may be offered to a successful applicant for this position at the time of this job advertisement and may be modified in the future. When determining base salary and/or rate, several factors may be considered including, but not limited to location, years of relevant experience, education, credentials, negotiated contracts, budget, market data, and internal equity. Bonus and/or incentive eligibility are determined by role and level.

The salary applies specifically to the position being advertised and does not include potential bonuses, incentive compensation, differential pay or other forms of compensation, compensation allowance, or benefits health or welfare. Actual total compensation may vary based on factors such as experience, skills, qualifications, and other relevant criteria.