Health Information Access Specialist – Record Retrieval Management

Work Schedule :

100% FTE.

Scheduled shifts are 8:00 am - 4:30 pm, Monday - Friday.

Hours may vary based on the operational needs of the department.

Applicants hired into this position can work from most states.

This will be discussed during the interview process.

To be eligible to work remotely, you must be in an approved remote work state for UW Health.

We've included a link below to view the full list of approved remote work states.

Approved Remote Work States Listing

Be part of something remarkable

Every patient deserves confidentiality with their health care.

Would you like the opportunity to impact patient care through Health Information Management (HIM)?

We are seeking a Health Information Access Specialist who will:


* Work with UW Specialty Clinics to identify pertinent patient information to assist in the scheduling, ambulatory access, and pre-visit planning processes.


* Work with the internal HIM and other UW teams to optimize workflows around record gathering and abstraction, streamlining the prior authorization process, and optimizing use of electronic medical records.


* Utilize EMR (electronic medical record) functionalities and Access Database to coordinate record retrieval from external providers.

At UW Health, you will have :


* An excellent benefits package, including health and dental insurance, paid time off, retirement plans, two-week paid parental leave and adoption assistance.


* Access to great resources through the UW Health Employee Wellbeing Department that supports your emotional, financial, and physical well-being.


* Options for a variety of schedules and shifts that offer flexibility and allow for work-life balance.


* Tuition benefits eligibility - UW Health invests in your professional growth by helping pay for coursework associated with career advancement.

Qualifications



* High School Diploma or equivalent Required


* Associate's Degree in HIM, HIT, or other relevant discipline Preferred

Work Experience



* One (1) to Three (3) years prior experience performing release of information activities, patient access and/or scheduling and registration or direct patient care experience (Electronic setting preferred).

Bachelor's degree in Health Information Management, or other related discipline may be substituted for years of experience Required


* Experience with EMR (EPIC, Care Everywhere - preferred) Required

Licenses & Certifications



* RHIT Preferred


* RHIA Preferred


* CAHIMS Preferred


* CPHIMS Preferred


* CRIS Preferred


* CNA Preferred


* EPIC Certification Preferred

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

UW Health is committed to being a diverse, inclusive and anti-racist workplace and is an Equal Employment Opportunity, Affirmative Action employer.

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