Personnel Records Clerk performs clerical and administrative tasks to support HR operations and projects. Completes routine data entry, report generation, and audit activities to ensure the accuracy of employee data in HRIS systems. Being an Personnel Records Clerk assists with delivering core HR processes like onboarding, hiring, terminations, retirements, timekeeping, and program implementations, including benefits, compensation, and performance management. May administer other HR systems used for timekeeping, performance, and training management processes. Additionally, Personnel Records Clerk requires a high school diploma or equivalent. Typically reports to a supervisor. The Personnel Records Clerk works under the close direction of senior personnel in the functional area. Possesses a moderate understanding of general aspects of the job. May require 0-1 year of general work experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
Description
Position Summary:
The HIM Clerk plays a vital role in ensuring the accuracy, confidentiality, and accessibility of patient health information within the hospital. This position involves various administrative tasks related to health information management, including data entry, record maintenance, and compliance with regulatory standards.
Essential Functions:
Non-Essential Functions:
Work Environment:
The HIM Clerk primarily works in an office setting within the hospital. The position may involve occasional exposure to patient care areas and exposure to confidential patient information.
Physical Demands:
Qualifications:
· High school diploma or equivalent required.
· Associates degree in health information management or related field preferred.
· Previous experience in a healthcare setting, particularly in health information management or medical records, is preferred but not required.
· Familiarity with electronic health record (EHR) systems and other health information technologies is advantageous.
· Strong attention to detail and organizational skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks effectively in a fast-paced environment.
· Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams.
· Knowledge of medical terminology, coding systems (e.g., ICD-10, CPT), and healthcare regulations (e.g., HIPAA) is desirable.
· Proficiency in basic computer applications, including Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel, Outlook).
Certificates, Licensure, Registrations:
· RHIT or RHIA, preferred.
Security/Access:
· Will have access to the facility 24 hours a day.
· Will have access to confidential information abiding by the organization’s privacy policies and regulations concerning this information.
· All Harlan County Health System users will be given access to the organizations network to the level required to perform their specific duties. Some users will require access to job specific systems, the authorization of these systems will be granted but the department director or the IT coordinator.
Patient Age Groups Served:
Other Duties:
The above statements reflect the general details considered necessary to describe the essential functions of the job as identified and shall not be considered as a detailed description of all work requirements that may be inherent in the position. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.