PIH Health is a nonprofit, regional healthcare network that serves approximately 3 million residents in the Los Angeles County, Orange County and San Gabriel Valley region. The fully integrated network is comprised of PIH Health Hospital - Whittier, PIH Health Hospital - Downey and PIH Health Good Samaritan Hospital, 27 outpatient medical locations, a multi-specialty medical (physician) group, home healthcare services and hospice care, as well as heart, cancer, women’s health, urgent care and emergency services.

The organization is recognized by Watson Health as one of the nation’s Top Hospitals, and College of Healthcare Information Management Executives (CHIME) as one of the nation’s top hospital systems for best practices, cutting-edge advancements, quality of care and healthcare technology. PIH Health is certified as a Great Place to Work TM. For more information, visit PIHHealth.org or follow us on Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram.

The Home Health & Hospice Health Information Tech I is responsible for the quantitative analysis of all medical record patient types based upon standards established by Title 22, the Joint Commission and the Medical Staff Rules and Regulations.

Required Skills

• Demonstrates knowledge of medical records and medical record documents.
• Demonstrates knowledge of deficiency analysis of medical records.
• Knowledge of medical terminology.
• Knowledge of computer keyboard and a typing speed of 35 wpm. Familiarity with computers and basic windows and mouse skills is preferred.
• Able to understand and follow directions.
• Remain focused on the task at hand without getting easily distracted.
• Capable of categorizing forms/documents within the medical record.
• Must be detail oriented.
• High level of professionalism is needed for interaction with physicians and physician office staff.
• Self-motivated.

Required Experience

Required:

• Associate degree in Health Information Management or related field
• Knowledge of ICD10
• Proficient in Excel and Word
• Valid California driver’s license and car insurance

Preferred:

• Strong knowledge of Electronic Medical Records (EMR), Hybrid medical records
• Knowledge of Medical Terminology, Anatomy and Physiology, and Legal and Ethical Management of protected health information
• Previous medical record department or medical office experience, especially in the area of discharge analysis or record completion
• Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT) certificate

Beyond the benefits that come with working for the area's leading community healthcare provider – one that also recognizes the need to ensure patient safety and comfort – you'll enjoy an extremely competitive compensation and benefits package. We are an equal opportunity employer and seek diversity in our workforce. EOE M/F/D/V