Kitsap Mental Health Services Careers

Description

Clinical Records Technician  

Full-Time, On-Site  

Hiring Range: $20.27 – $24.83 per hour  

Benefits at a Glance 

• Comprehensive Coverage: Health, Dental & Vision 
• Generous PTO: Up to 19 days + 2 mental health days + 10 holidays (pro-rated for part-time)
• Fully Paid YMCA Membership for you and eligible family members
• Company-Paid Life & Disability Insurance 
• Student Loan Assistance & Professional Development 
• 403(b) Retirement Plan with Company Contributions 
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) 
• Pet Insurance 
• Free Wellness App (2MorrowHealth) 
• Collaborative, Supportive Team Environment 

The Clinical Records Technician I operates electronic health record indexes and storage and retrieval systems to collect, scan, classify, and store information, and assists clients and the public with obtaining and releasing health information according to regulatory standards and requirements.

Primary Responsibilities: 

• Work with other members of the Health IS Technician team to respond to phone calls, emails and customer service needs/requests and prioritize workflow and complete tasks with professionalism, accuracy and efficiency, while meeting regulatory standards for correctness and timeliness.
• Maintain a high level of proficiency and thorough working knowledge of the electronic medical record and other software platforms utilized by KMHS, incorporating system updates and changes, in order to complete Clinical Record’s and agency required paperwork, correspondence, reports, data entry, and database management in an appropriate, clear, accurate and timely fashion. 
• Process requests for obtaining and releasing information from the medical record, while safeguarding confidentiality. Ensure that authorization forms are complete and contain mandated elements according to applicable regulations. Review the record for third party and other applicable information prior to processing disclosures or making the record available for review. Follow up with accurate logging and billing procedures.
• Respond appropriately to subpoenas, court orders, and other legal paperwork within necessary and regulatory timeframes.
• Stay informed of regulatory changes on protected health information and clinical records; adjust procedures as directed by the Health IS Technician Supervisor.
• Utilize and monitor record storage systems to collect, scan, classify, store, and retrieve information. Process edit/delete requests and identify then correct or report errors within those systems. Send, receive, and data enter treatment authorizations.
• Assist in training new staff, department assistants, or others as needed. Assist with developing, updating and maintaining department procedures. Complete agency- required trainings, meet written performance expectations and follow up on goals. Participate in team meetings and contribute to a positive, solution-focused team environment.

In addition to the above, any other responsibilities appropriate to the position and not specifically listed in the job description. 

Supervisory Responsibilities: None 

Minimum Qualifications:  

EDUCATION: High School Diploma or GED

EXPERIENCE: Experienced (minimum 2 years of job-related experience) 

Preferred Qualifications: 

EXPERIENCE:

• Intermediate (minimum 3 years of job-related experience) 
• Course work in medical/psychiatric terminology.
• Experience using an Electronic Health Record (EHR).

Performance Requirements: 

KNOWLEDGE:

• High level of proficiency with computers and ability to work with electronic medical records, various software programs and databases, and enter data with speed and accuracy.

SKILLS:

• Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with other employees, clients, organizations, and the public.
• Strong communication skills are required.   
• Strong organizational skills are required to prioritize a variety of work assignments.   
• Communication ‑ Communicates clearly and concisely.

ABILITIES:

• Must be able to apply analytical thinking and decision making to use relevant information and individual judgement to determine whether events or processes comply with regulations or standards.
• Detail oriented with the ability, to organize, manage multiple tasks, and complete work accurately within specified timeframes either independently, or with the team
• The ability to operate a personal computer, fax machine, printer, and copier proficiently.

 Equipment Operated: Standard office equipment including computers, fax machines, copiers, printers, telephones, etc.

Work Environment: Office. 

Mental/Physical Requirements: While performing the essential functions of the job, the employee is required to:   

• Sit, stand, and walk for extended periods.
• Lift, carry, push, and pull:
• Up to 10 pounds (frequently)
• Up to 20 pounds (occasionally) 
• Up to 50 pounds (seldom) 
• Use hands and arms for reaching, handling, and manipulation, including reaching above shoulder level. 
• Have visual acuity and peripheral vision sufficient to read written materials and observe surroundings.
• Have hearing sufficient to communicate effectively.

Our recruitment processes are designed to prevent discrimination against our people regardless of gender identity or orientation, religion, ethnicity, age, neurodiversity, disability status, citizenship, or any aspect which makes someone unique.