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HIM Manager, King City, CA
Ideal Health IT is a consulting firm that works with hospitals and provider groups.
We offer a broad portfolio of consulting, training and staff augmentation services
that are tailored to help our clients meet their clinical system goals.
Description: Supervise and coordinate activities of staff engaged in processing and maintenance
of permanent patient medical records. Prepares routine/periodic
statistical reports. Provides research and resource support to Medical Staff committees,
Administration and all hospital departments. Serves as hospital Custodian of Records.
Participates in hospital Performance Improvement, Forms and various Medical Staff
Committee functions. Reviews records for accuracy and completeness. Maintains physician,
diagnosis and operative indices. Represents the Hospital in court cases involving
the subpoena of medical or clinical records. Answers inquiries concerning information
contained in patient medical records. Provides for training/ inservice of department
personnel. Ensures quality of data coded and abstracted from patient records. Designs
systems and methods to enhance medical record maintenance and security.
Please note: This position is for a full time, regular employee (W2) with excellent
benefits. Required Skills, Knowledge & Experience: Excellent communication skills. Bachelor's degree in Healthcare Administration or
similar. Certification or registration with the American Medical Records Association,
or RHIA, or RHIT. 5 plus years of experience as a Medical Records Administrator in
an accredited hospital or affiliated health agency. Experience with The Joint Commission
and Revenue Cycle. Demonstrated managerial, supervisory and communication skills.
Ability to supervise and work cooperatively with others. Must be able to delegate
duties and maintain efficient standards of operation.
To apply for this position, email: dana.mason@IdealHealthIT.com
www.IdealHealthIT.com
(03.06.12)
Recovery Audit Contracts (RAC) Coordinator, Stanford, CA
Recovery Audit Contractors (RAC) contract with the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid
Services (CMS) to review hospital bills and potentially recover overpayments. Provides
guidance, support and oversight to Stanford Hospitals and Clinics (SHC) to ensure
effective management of the RAC response process; track requests throughout the process;
evaluate data associated with RAC activities; track and measure the effectiveness
of SHC responses. Works closely with Finance and Compliance. Requires a credential (RHIT or RHIA, prefer HIMS experience). Duties include: Maintain database to track status of all requests and appeals. Collaborate with the
Coding and Compliance departments to ensure timely appeals. Coordinate the procurement
of necessary documentation with the Release of Information unit. Review medical record
copies for completeness to ensure that all documentation is sent to the auditor. Ensure
submission of requested records within required timeframe. Collect and analyze data
on RAC activities including the type of claims being reviewed by the RACs, the adverse
determination rates with respect to each claim type, the status and success of all
appeals, and the cost benefit of RAC response activities, including appeals. Oversee
SHC response to other RAC-like programs, as determined necessary. Assist with the
Coding Appeals process as requested. Process appeal letters received from the Coding
and Compliance departments. Monitor RAC related resources and websites to ensure that
up-to-date RAC strategies are in place.
For more details/apply
(01.31.12)
Ready to Excel Your HIM Career in a Management Role?
NeartermCorporation serves a national client base of Healthcare Providers with the
following services: Consultative Services, InterimManagement and Direct Hire Search.
During our 15 years of successful operation, we have assisted numerous provider types
in all 50states. Our recruiting expertise inHealthcare InformationManagement and otherareas
of RevenueCycle Management includes but is not limited to:
* Director of Health Information Management (HIM)
* Medical Records / HIM Manager and Supervisor
* Director, Manager, Supervisor of Coding
* HIM Operations Manager and Supervisor
* Medical Coder
* Medical Auditor
* CDI Liaison / Specialist
* EMR/EHR Project Manager / Analyst
* ICD-10 Project Manager / Analyst
Send your resume immediately forconsideration and evaluation. One of the Nearterm
personnel consultants will bein touch!
TO: Shelley Muhs, smuhs@nearterm.com
REF: SBCC-2012
www.nearterm.com
(12.22.11)
EHR (Electronic Health Records) Positions
Implementation Analyst 1, Sacramento & Bay Area, CA
The Independent Practice Solutions (IPS)division of Sutter Physician Services is launching
Sutter Community Connect (SCC). Sutter Community Connect is a comprehensive EHR offering
(powered by Epic) that provides all the software tools, systems integration and support
a medical practice needs to deliver quality care efficiently, including: The EpicCare
ambulatory EHR applicationIntegrated applications for patient registration, appointment
scheduling and billing. Robust integration with the Sutter Health clinical data repository
and EHR system. Comprehensive solution with lab and radiology interfaces. Electronic
prescription capabilities. We are hiring 75 Implementation Analysts by June 2012 (20%
for Sacramento; 80% for Bay Area). The role of the Implementation Analyst will be
to implement the SCC product and associated applications to independent physician
practices in Northern California. IPS has created a two-step Implementation Analyst
Development program that will consist of both comprehensive classroom training/simulation
and on-site field training/mentoring where you are paired with a seasoned Analyst.
Incumbents who successfully pass both steps of the program will have the required
understanding of clinic outpatient operations, along with an understanding of the
technical aspects of the SCC applications for which they are responsible, and will
also know how to best support the efficiency of physicians and their staff by recommending
and training to SCC's best practices.
Qualifications: A Bachelor's degree in Healthcare Administration, Information Management, Computer
Science or other related discipline OR Industry/work experience, ideally in the healthcare
field. Clinical office experience is a plus. HIT certification or other EHR certification
is a plus.
For full description & to apply for position
(04.05.12)
EHR Project Marketing Manager, Camarillo, CA
We are a non-profit, Local Extension Center, funded by the California Health Information
Partnership and Services Organization (CalHIPSO) and the Dept. of Health and Human
Services. We are designed to help Physicians and Allied Health Professionals succeed
in their transition from a paper-based Practice to one which uses an Electronic Health
Records by facilitating Education, Readiness and Workflow Assessment, Cost Analysis,
Budget, and Coordination of Hardware and Software Vendors to maximize ROI and enable
Physicians to begin receiving the federal incentive payments.
The EHR Project Marketing Manager is tasked with the overall direction, coordination,
implementation, execution, and completion of specific project plans ensuring consistency
to help the Practice in seamless selection and implementation of the appropriate EHR
and attestation to Meaningful Use. This position manages all involved service partners,
external project managers, and vendors to make sure the practice's needs are met and
the implementation and Meaningful Use Attestation maintains adequate momentum.
Main Job Tasks and Duties: Communicate with assigned Practices to assess their expectations through the implementation
process. Facilitate communication between Practice, EHR vendors, and Service Partners.
Assist Practice Managers in building consensus among internal staff to ensure a successful
EHR adoption. Manage expectations of the Practice through the challenging process
of implementation. Oversee communication with Service partners to ensure successful
Meaningful Use attestation. Maintain contact with Practice through all phases of relationship.
Education and Experience: Experience with EHR or Health I.T. System sales process a plus. Direct work experience
in Project Management capacity. Knowledge of health industry, practice management,
and Electronic Health Records. EHR implementation experience. Proven experience in
strategic planning. Bachelor's degree or equivalent. Key Competencies: Ability to influence, lead, and delegate. Ability to multi-task and maintain project
integrity on all assigned Practices. Critical thinking and problem solving skills.
Planning and organization proficiency. Decisive and communicative. Personable and
flexible. Ability to identify and resolve conflict.
To submit a resume/apply for this position, email: info@goldcosthit.org
(02.28.12)
Internal Project Manager, Camarillo, CA
We are a non-profit, Local Extension Center, funded by the California Health Information
Partnership and Services Organization (CalHIPSO) and the Dept. of Health and Human
Services. We are designed to help Physicians and Allied Health Professionals succeed
in their transition from a paper-based Practice to one which uses an Electronic Health
Records by facilitating Education, Readiness and Workflow Assessment, Cost Analysis,
Budget, and Coordination of Hardware and Software Vendors to maximize ROI and enable
Physicians to begin receiving the federal incentive payments.
The Internal Project Manager is tasked with the overall direction, coordination, implementation, execution, and completion of
specific project plans ensuring consistency to help the Practice in seamless selection
and implementation of the appropriate EHR and attestation to Meaningful Use.
Main Job Tasks and Duties: Communicate with assigned Practices to assess their readiness to adopt EHR. Facilitate
communication between Practice and EHR vendors to ensure an appropriate selection.
Draft Practice Service Delivery Plans outlining the structure of the EHR implementation.
Assist Practice Managers in building consensus among internal staff to ensure a successful
EHR adoption. Manage expectations of the Practice through the challenging process
of implementation. Oversee successful Meaningful Use attestation. Maintain contact
with Practice until they receive their federal incentive payment. Education and Experience: Direct work experience in Project Management capacity. Knowledge of health industry,
practice management, and Electronic Health Records. EHR implementation experience.
Proven experience in strategic planning. Proficient in risk and change management.
Bachelors degree or equivalent. Key Competencies: Ability to multi-task and maintain project integrity on all assigned Practices. Critical
thinking and problem solving skills. Planning and organization proficiency. Decisive
and communicative. Ability to influence, lead, and delegate. Personable and flexible.
Ability to identify and resolve conflict.
To submit a resume/apply for this position, email: info@goldcosthit.org
(02.28.12)
EMR Medical Records Data Entry Keyer (Temp/Part-Time), Camarillo, CA
Seasonal Data Entry worker needed to transition a primary care medical office from
legacy EMR system to new system. The Medical Records Data Keyer for the Electronic
Medical Records (EMR) accurately enters the last patient progress note from our old
EMR program template into our new EMR program template. The Data Keyer maintains a
minimum production standard of data entry at the rate of 3 patients’ progress notes
per hour following training. Ideal candidate will work 16-18 hours per week, either
morning or afternoon shift for approximately 30 calendar days.
Minimum requirements: Presentation of Medical Billing and Coding Certificate and Medical Assistant Required. Education: High School Diploma or equivalent. Experience: Medical records experience sufficient to demonstrate knowledge of patient health
information regulations and procedures. Proven training/experience in EMR data entry
a big plus. Knowledge: Knowledge of medical terminology and pharmaceutical terminology sufficient to identify
the proper location for specific health information reports, for filing and retrieval. Special Skills/Equipment: Ability to duplicate records with speed and accuracy at a minimum of 40 WPM from
one EMR format to another. Must have superior English language verbal and written
skills including excellent proofreading skills. Focus and concentration paramount
in a busy medical office. Skill in analyzing records to determine vital signs, past
medical history, allergies, discontinued and current medications and detection of
errors. Analytical ability to make accurate decisions as to the proper template/chart
location. Ability to use a personal computer, scanner, and copier. Ability to work
as part of a team, maintaining cooperative working relationships with co-workers in
fluctuating work assignment environment.
Submit a resume by email to alamarhealth@yahoo.com, or FAX to: (805) 484-4439
(02.23.12)
EHR Systems Specialist, Sacramento, CA
The California Rural Indian Health Board (CRIHB) is advertising for an EHR Systems
Specialist at the CRIHB Central Office in Sacramento, CA.
For the full job listing, or search all openings.
If you are interested in applying for this position, please submit Resume/ Application
to: jobs@CRIHB.net
To learn more about CRIHB, please visit our website at www.crihb.org
(12.21.11)
Credentialed Trainer, University of Mississippi Medical Center
Manages, implements, and trains UMMC clinical and non-clinical staff in specific applications
of the EPIC Electronic Health Record product, both in classroom and electronic communication
mediums. Six-week training program. Must pass a credentialing test with an 85% score
at the end of the training program and pass a presentation evaluation. Must successfully
present an EPIC lesson to a panel (which includes the Principal Trainer) for proficiency
assessment.
Interested Candidates will be required to complete a short application of interest
at epictrainingapp.wufoo.com/forms/epic-credentialed-trainer-interest-form/.
(1.26.12)
Webinars Available
The Community College Consortia to Educate Health IT Professionals in Health Care Program, helps skilled health IT specialists as they transition to electronic health records (EHRs). Webinars are often made available on their webpage, please check from time to time for updates.
Job Search Assistance
American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA) job page
Health Information Careers hicareers.com
California Health Information Association (CHIA) job page
California Cancer Registrars Association (CCRA) job database
List of companies with possible job openings, as well as recruiters.
Tips on Networking, Volunteering and Mentorship
We are going to discuss tips for putting your career on the fast path so that you can land where you want to be (career-wise, of course). Networking, volunteering and mentoring are endeavors that will impact your ability to get and do what you dream of in this field.
Networking is defined as” interacting or engaging in informal communication with others for mutual assistance or support.” Consider that the word “networking” is made up of the two words “net” and “working?” Yes, networking is very hard work but it is done anyway because we all need mutual assistance and support. It is work that actually provides a safety net for your career.
Did you ever consider who in our profession is going to be able to give you mutual assistance and support?
First, your HIT and CIM instructors here SBCC are some of the leaders in our field. Get them to know you and your career is already advanced! They hire, they are asked for references, and they make referrals for jobs.
Second, your fellow students are the HIM leaders and employers of tomorrow. Developing a string relationship with them will not only be fun but will definitely pay off as you proceed with your career in HIM.
How else can you meet other professionals in our field?
Let’s talk a bit about Volunteering in a HIM Department or Tumor Registry.
What are all employers of HIT and CTR professionals looking for?
They want a credentialed professional who has experience! But how does a student get experience? Volunteering in a HIM Department or a Tumor Registry is definitely a requirement for those who aren’t already working in our field or are working in one capacity with the desire to move into a different and better job.
Do you know how powerful volunteering is? It says to that manager that you are motivated and that you are willing to give your time to learn and gain experience. Most volunteers wind up getting a job in the department they volunteered in!
Let’s discuss other ways to volunteer and meet your colleagues and future employer…
All of our States have state-wide health information management associations. In California it is the California Health Information Association (CHIA). Some of the large states, such as California, have local organizations as well. So for those of you in California, there is a state and local health information association that holds meetings, has educational programs, and provides opportunities for networking with the other HIMs in that area. This is one way you can meet the leaders in your local area, who are usually, at the same time, the employers in your area.
All of these state associations offer student rates for membership, which are extremely reasonable. CHIA, for example, has a student membership rate of $20.00 per year. The CHIA Journal, which you receive as part of your membership, is a fabulous source of current information in our field. To apply for student membership to CHIA, please go to CHIA Membership for Students.
So check out your state and local health information associations for the networking
as well as their educational programs. All of our states have HIM organizations that
are ready to greet you with open arms! You can find a listing of AHIMA component state
association (CSA) websites at www.ahima.org/about/csa.aspx. If you are currently an AHIMA member, you can also check whether a particular CSA
has a Community of Practice (CoP) posted at the AHIMA website www.ahima.org.
A mentoring program links an experienced person with a less experienced person. There are several wonderful mentoring programs immediately available to you. One is under the auspices of AHIMA and for those of who join CHIA, the California Health Information Association, there is a great mentorship program you might investigate.
The CHIA and AHIMA Mentor Programs link and promotes ongoing dialogue between HIM students and experienced, enthusiastic, and committed HIM professionals who are willing to contribute to the future excellence of the HIM profession. AHIMA mentors share their experiences with students, offer advice and encouragement, answer questions, and act as the leaders and advisors that we all wish we had access to at the beginning of our careers.
A CHIA mentor is an HIM professional who is willing to teach, guide, share and serve as a reference person to students when they first enter an HIA/HIT program and continuing throughout their studies.
AHIMA’s Mentoring Program
Mission Statement—The AHIMA Mentor Program links and promotes ongoing dialogue between HIM students and experienced, enthusiastic, and committed HIM professionals who are willing to contribute to the future excellence of the HIM profession. AHIMA mentors share their experiences with students, offer advice and encouragement, answer questions, and act as the leaders and advisors that we all wish we had access to at the beginning of our careers.
Both the CHIA and AHIMA Mentor Program strives to provide:
- A forum where students can obtain practical and honest career advice from seasoned professionals.
- A safe environment in which students and professionals can communicate honestly and without fear.
- Information for students that is timely and useful, and responds to contemporary and ongoing student concerns.
- Mentor responses that are thoughtful, accurate, and representative of the current climate in HIM.
- A support system for students in times of professional difficulty, crisis, or confusion.
- Opportunities for interaction that bring out the best in both students and professionals
and which could lead to life-long
relationships. - Examples of conduct that inspire students and instill in them a sense of pride in the profession they are entering.
- Increased awareness about the association’s commitment to the future of HIM, about the vast array of online and other CHIA and AHIMA resources available to support students, and the many benefits of continued membership.
- A method for efficiently directing students to appropriate external information sources when necessary.
- A way of identifying and gauging the future direction, needs, concerns, and challenges of the HIM profession as a whole.
In the AHIMA program students will also have the option of communicating with the mentors privately, through channels outside the Student CoP (such as phone or e-mail), for matters that are personal or otherwise not appropriate for public viewing.
In the CHIA Program, the mentor and mentee decide for themselves how they will work together. If you are interested in the CHIA Program, go to www.californiahia.org and click on CHIA Mentor and Mentee Program.
As an AHIMA member, you may review the AHIMA Mentor Program Guidance by accessing
the AHIMA CoP at www.ahima.org, and type the keyword “mentor” in the search function.
Final Thoughts
The goal is to get you integrated into the HIT/CIM Communities ASAP. Please give this a great deal of thought right now and start yourself on the path to the job you want. Volunteer! Become a Mentee! Get great grades so your teachers get to recognize your name and recommend you for a job you want! Do all three.
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