FAIRFIELD MEMORIAL HOSPITAL JOB POSTING

POSITION TITLE:            HEALTH INFORMATION SPECIALIST

DEPARTMENT:                HEALTH INFORMATION MANAGEMENT

STATUS:                           NON-EXEMPT; FULL TIME

HOURS:                            MON – FRI, 8:00AM – 4:30PM

SALARY RANGE:              $17 - $25

POSTING DATE:                1/20/25

At Fairfield Memorial Hospital, we seek highly skilled, compassionate employees to continue our healing mission: to positively influence the health of those we serve. Our team is committed to providing the best possible patient experience.   FMH is also committed to providing our team members with an environment that allows them to do their best work while providing opportunities for ongoing professional development.

NATURE OF WORK:

Analyze medical records for completeness and accuracy. Prepare and scan chart documents per department guidelines into the appropriate patient’s medical record. Verify scanned documents are clear, attached to the proper account and in the correct category for future reference. Retrieve items from long term storage as needed for review and obsolescence per Fairfield Memorial Hospital policy and state record retention requirements. Compile Chart Review results for Department Manager as needed. Fulfill requests received via fax, mail, phone, or at patient window as appropriate and per HIPAA and Fairfield Memorial Hospital guidelines. Complete all tasks with a focus toward accuracy and efficiency. Perform other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION/QUALIFICATIONS:

High school diploma or equivalent required; 1 year of college preferred.

EXPERIENCE:

Previous experience in medical office preferred.

SKILLS: 

Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

ADDITIONAL: 

Proven ability to work both independently and as a team member.

BENEFITS:

• 403(b) Retirement Plan
• 457 Retirement Plan
• PPO Health Insurance Plan
• HDHP Health Insurance Plan w/ Health Savings Account
• Dental Insurance Plan
• Vision Insurance Plan
• Disability Insurance
• Life Insurance Plan
• Paid Time Off (Holiday/Personal/Vacation)
• Sick Time
• Flexible Work Schedules
• Referral Bonuses
• Professional Development Opportunities

WHAT FMH HAVE TO OFFER: When working with FMH, you can expect salary and benefit package competitively placed within the local market, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, retirement, with company match, referral bonuses and more. FMH is a drug-free workplace. As a condition of employment, all hires are required to pass a pre-employment drug test. FMH believes that Our People are our strongest tool for success. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against applicants due to veteran status or on the basis of disability. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, or gender identity.