Health Information Technician

Northwestern Medical Center is seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Health Information Technician to join our team. This role is open to applicants who have demonstrated experience and expertise in healthcare data and information systems. As a part of the Northwestern Medical Center team, you will be responsible for maintaining patient medical records and ensuring the accuracy and security of our patient health information. The ideal candidate is highly organized, has a passion for healthcare, and is an excellent communicator.The successful candidate will possess the following qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in Health Information Technology or related field; strong technical and computer skills; knowledge of HIPAA and other healthcare regulations; and the ability to work well with diverse groups of people. Additionally, this individual should have excellent problem-solving and analytical skills, as well as the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously. If you are a team player with a commitment to providing quality healthcare services, we are looking for you!

Responsibilities:

1. Collect and organize patient medical records and data, ensuring accuracy and security of data.
2. Troubleshoot and resolve any issues or discrepancies regarding patient records.
3. Monitor compliance with HIPAA and other healthcare regulations.
4. Maintain and update patient medical records in accordance with departmental policies and procedures.
5. Assist other staff with any questions or inquires about patient medical records.
6. Provide quality customer service, ensuring patients and families are informed of their medical records.
7. Create and manage reports and documents related to patient medical records.
8. Analyze healthcare data and information systems, making recommendations for improvements as necessary.
9. Collaborate with other departments to ensure data accuracy and security.
10. Monitor and review all patient records for accuracy and completeness.

According to JobzMall, the average salary range for a Health Information Technician in St Albans City, VT, USA is $42,000 to $51,000 annually. This includes base salary plus any bonuses or other forms of compensation. This salary range can vary depending on the experience of the Health Information Technician and the specific job duties they are performing.

Northwestern Medical Center is community hospital, a vibrant, not-for-profit, primary care hospital. Northwestern has a staff of 700+ employees and 90 physicians care for approximately 1,900 inpatients; 400 newborns; 3,000 surgical patients; 28,000 Emergency Department Patients; and thousands of patients through our outpatient services.