Health Information (HI) Data Integrity Specialist

Overview

Our team members are the heart of what makes us better.

 

At Hackensack Meridian Health we help our patients live better, healthier lives — and we help one another to succeed. With a culture rooted in connection and collaboration, our employees are team members. Here, competitive benefits are just the beginning. It’s also about how we support one another and how we show up for our community.

 

Together, we keep getting better - advancing our mission to transform healthcare and serve as a leader of positive change.

 

 

The Health Information (HI) Data Integrity Specialist is responsible for maintaining the integrity of the Hackensack Meridian Health (HMH) Master Patient Index and facilitates synchronization with other HMH applications as needed. The main functions, in accordance with hospital policy and/or regulatory standards, are reviewing patient health information, performing patient merges, and completing chart corrections and contact moves.

 

This position is fully remote. Experience with Epic and HIM/Medical Records. 

 

Responsibilities

A day in the life of a Health Information (HI) Data Integrity Specialist  at Hackensack Meridian Health includes:

• Monitors work queues of potential duplicate patients as well as Information Technology (IT) tickets assigned to the team to ensure those that need to be updated and corrected.
• Investigates patient information in multiple systems and compares patient identification and signature to determine if a merge or unmerge is appropriate.
• Achieves department productivity standard of 3.0 merges per hour.
• Investigates, analyzes, verifies patient information utilizing multiple hospital computer applications to perform Chart Corrections to maintain the accuracy and integrity of the patient record.
• Investigates, analyzes, verifies patient information utilizing multiple hospital computer applications to perform Contact Moves from one patient to another to maintain the accuracy and integrity of the patient record.
• Investigates, analyzes, verifies patient information utilizing multiple hospital computer applications to perform Document Corrections to maintain the accuracy and integrity of the patient record.
• Investigates, analyzes, verifies patient information utilizing multiple hospital computer applications to perform Overlays and review demographic updates ensuring that the changes made were appropriate, to maintain the accuracy and integrity of the patient record. 
• Oversees and assigns Chart Correction tasks in Epic and OnBase and communicates with other department personnel (physicians, nurses, technicians, etc.) as needed to ensure completion in other ancillary systems in a timely manner.
• Continuously monitors all Health Information Identity work queues
• Assists patients with MyChart issues, providing verification codes, password assistance, and proxy access. 
• Advises supervisor and/or manager of situations requiring followup.
• Other duties and/or projects as assigned.
• Adheres to HMH Organizational competencies and standards of behavior.

Qualifications

Education, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:

• High School diploma, general equivalency diploma (GED), and/or GED equivalent programs.
• Minimum of 3 years experience in healthcare or related fields.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills.
• Proficient computer skills.
• Proficient in learning computer systems.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficient computer skills such as Microsoft Office and Google Suite platforms.

Education, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Preferred:

• College coursework in Health Information Management or related fields.
• Minimum of 3 years in a Health Information environment.
• Knowledge of medical terminology.
• Chart correction experience.

If you feel the above description speaks directly to your strengths and capabilities, then please apply  today!

Starting Minimum Rate

Minimum rate of $24.34 Hourly

Job Posting Disclosure

HMH is committed to pay equity and transparency for our team members. The posted rate of pay in this job posting is a reasonable good faith estimate of the minimum base pay for this role at the time of posting in accordance with the New Jersey Pay Transparency Act and does not reflect the full value of our market-competitive total rewards package. The starting rate of pay is provided for informational purposes only and is not a guarantee of a specific offer. Posted hourly rates may be stated as an annual salary in the offer and posted annual salaries may be stated as an hourly rate in the offer, depending on the level and nature of the job duties and credentials of the candidate. The base compensation determined at the time of the offer may be different than the posted rate of pay based on a number of non-discriminatory factors, including but not limited to: Labor Market Data: Compensation is benchmarked against market data to ensure competitiveness. Experience: Years of relevant work experience. Education and Certifications: Level of education attained, including specialized certifications, credentials, completed apprenticeship programs or advanced training. Skills: Demonstrated proficiency in relevant skills and competencies. Geographic Location: Cost of living and market rates for the specific location. Internal Equity: Compensation is determined in a manner consistent with compensation ranges for similar roles within the organization. Budget and Grant Funding: Departmental budgets and any grant funding associated with the job position may impact the pay that can be offered. Some jobs may also be eligible for performance-based incentives, bonuses, or commissions not reflected in the starting rate. Certain positions may also be eligible for shift differentials for work performed on evening, night, or weekend shifts. In addition to our compensation for full-time and part-time (20+ hours/week) job positions, HMH offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, vision, paid leave, tuition reimbursement, and retirement benefits.