(165774) Health Information Technician

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Health Information Technician

Location: Orient, OH
Schedule: Monday–Friday | 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM

Job Summary

The Health Information Technician is responsible for compiling, organizing, maintaining, and releasing medical records in compliance with confidentiality standards and regulatory requirements within a correctional facility. This role supports accurate documentation, reporting, and coordination of health information across departments.

Key Responsibilities

• Compile health information by reviewing, cataloging, and checking medical reports for completeness and accuracy
• Organize medical reports and charts, ensuring all required documentation and signatures are present
• Prepare and type health information forms, including charts for new admissions and requests for reports or certificates
• Compile and type statistical reports such as daily and monthly census, Medicaid days, admissions, discharges, and length of stay
• File medical reports into health information records and maintain logs and filing systems
• Retrieve medical records as requested and release information after determining appropriateness of request
• Coordinate with other departments regarding health information records procedures
• Ensure compliance with confidentiality requirements and applicable regulations (JCAH, Medicare, Medicaid)

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of health information technology and medical record-keeping standards
• Understanding of confidentiality requirements and healthcare regulations
• Familiarity with medical terminology
• Skill in using word processing software, calculators, and basic office equipment
• Ability to proofread medical reports and recognize errors or missing information
• Ability to gather, collate, and classify data accurately
• Ability to write routine business correspondence and maintain records following standard procedures

Minimum Qualifications

• Records Management:
• • Three (3) courses or nine (9) months of experience in records management
• Medical Terminology:
• • One (1) course or three (3) months of experience
• Typing:
• • One (1) course or three (3) months of experience
• Active CPR Certification (Preferably BLS Card)
  
  If you are interested, please send an up-to-date resume to jschafer@alinestaffing.com
  
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