HIM Specialist - Beckley, United States - LifePoint Health

Description

Raleigh General Hospital


Who We Are:
People are our passion and purpose. Come work where you are appreciated for who you are not just what you can do. Raleigh General Hospital is a 300 bed facility caring for nearly 13,000 patients each year with over 50,000 being treated in our emergency room. We offer a wide range of surgical services as well as specialty programs including Cardiac CTA, Digital Mammography, and Trauma Services.


Where We Are:
Beckley is an ideal place to live and boasts many scenic, cultural, and recreational opportunities.

From restaurants and breweries to art galleries and unique attractions, Beckley is an outdoor playground with something for all tastes.

Why Choose Us:

• Health (Medical, Dental, Vision) and 401K Benefits for full-time employees
• Competitive Paid Time Off / Extended Illness Bank package for full-time employees
• Employee Assistance Program - mental, physical, and financial wellness assistance
• Educational assistance and tuition assistance for qualified applicants
• Professional development opportunities and CE assistance
• And much more...

Position Summary:

Prepares birth and death certificates, maintains birth and death registers, and maintains statistical information relating to vital statistics.

Facilitates reconciliation of issues surrounding transcription.


Essential Functions:

Prepares, maintains and disseminates information pertaining to births and deaths as required by the State Bureau of Vital Statistics or other agencies.

Obtains obstetrical and pre-natal information from mothers medical record and through contact with Obstetrician as needed. Contacts mothers as needed regarding concern or problems with birth certificates.

Prepares and processes death certificates on all hospital deaths.

Maintains birth and death registers.

Recognizes, and evaluates inconsistencies, discrepancies, and inaccuracies in medical dictation, and seeks clarification to resolve issues necessary to facilitate accurate and complete records.

Responsible for answering telephone calls and assisting visitors (including but not limited to physicians, patients, and their family members), while maintaining confidentiality.

Performs notary duties, such as paternity affidavits.

Assists file clerks with loose report filings.

Reports to:
Director of Health Information Management

Qualifications

Minimum Education

X High school diploma or equivalent Required or three years of directly related experience.

Required Skills

Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.

Minimum Work Experience

Prefer previous experience in preparing birth certificates and/or medical records. Two to Three years experience in medical records preferred. Knowledge of Medical Terminology required.


EEOC Statement:

Raleigh General Hospital is committed to providing Equal Employment Opportunities for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination against any employee or applicant for employment because of color, race, sex, age, religion, national origin, disability, genetic information, gender identity, sexual orientation, veterans' status or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.