Job Description
Nmble Medical is partnering with a respected healthcare organization in the Greater Grand Rapids area to hire a detail-driven Health Information Technician (HIT). If you’re passionate about accuracy, compliance, and supporting high-quality patient care, this is an excellent opportunity to join a trusted clinical team.
Key Responsibilities
Medical Records Management
- Maintain, update, and organize patient health records within the EHR system.
- Ensure accuracy, completeness, and timely access to records.
- Conduct regular audits to identify and correct documentation gaps or errors.
Data Integrity & Compliance
- Review documentation and coding for accuracy.
- Support chart completion, deficiency tracking, and provider follow-up.
- Ensure adherence to HIPAA, state regulations, and internal policies.
Release of Information (ROI)
- Process record requests from patients, providers, legal representatives, and external partners.
- Validate authorization forms and protect all PHI in compliance with privacy law.
- Coordinate secure transmission of medical information.
Administrative & HIM Support
- Assist with scanning, indexing, and document imaging workflows.
- Support reporting, billing documentation, and quality improvement initiatives.
- Respond to inquiries from clinicians and staff regarding documentation and record access.
Qualifications
Required
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- 1–2 years of experience in Health Information Management or medical records.
- Strong knowledge of HIPAA and confidentiality standards.
- Experience using EHR systems (Epic, Cerner, or similar).
- High attention to detail and organizational skills.
Preferred
- Associate’s degree in Health Information Management or related field.
- RHIT or RHIA certification (or eligibility).
- Previous HIM experience in a hospital or clinical setting.
- Familiarity with ICD-10, CPT, and documentation standards.
Core Competencies
- Exceptional accuracy and attention to detail
- Strong communication and customer service abilities
- Ability to handle sensitive information with professionalism
- Skilled in multitasking and prioritizing in a fast-paced environment
- Team-oriented mindset