HIM Document Analyst

Job Description

Position Summary: This is to assist with a backlog of documents in EPIC and OnBase. Training will be provided, and EPIC and OnBase experience is preferred. This is to start ASAP

Job Description:

The HIM Document Tech I will perform activities related to the analysis and management of incoming digital clinical documentation that result in maintaining the integrity of the legal electronic health record (EHR) and ensure accurate and timely processing for availability of information for patient care.

Essential Functions

•	Performs functions related to electronic document imaging processes according to established policies and procedures. 
•	Analyzes and determines classification of documents in correct document type categories. 
•	Determines appropriate workflow process using established clinical protocol or routes documents according to the type of document (e.g., health maintenance, summary of care, bulk records, workers comp, INR, new patient, OBS process, share file, OBS addendum, Rx refill, referral, etc). 
•	Monitors and manages work queues for inbound digital faxes in OnBase, Solarity, and Epic systems and team in-baskets in the Epic system. 
•	Performs quality control to ensure the electronic document/image posts to the correct patient’s visit. Identifies and corrects/resolves errors identified by the quality control process. Verifies documents are indexed to the appropriate patient chart and document category. Verifies appropriate patient identification on each document. Escalates unresolved issues per procedure. 
•	Meets department productivity standards and department goals.  
•	Ensures compliance with guidelines/requirements related to patient confidentiality. 
•	Demonstrates knowledge of electronic health information systems and other related ambulatory clinic information systems (as needed).
•	Demonstrated ability to work in a fast-paced environment. 


Qualifications

•	Preferred: 
o	Associate or bachelor's degree in healthcare related field.
o	Experience in HIM 
o	RHIT, RHIA, CMA or any related healthcare certification 
o	Experience with Epic, OnBase 

•	Required: 
o	Demonstrated proficiency in computer skills including Microsoft Office, internet and email.
o	Medical terminology and medical records experience, preferably in a healthcare setting