Health Information Specialist-Woonsocket, RI

POSITION SUMMARY:

Maintenance of active, and terminated records according to agency and State/Federal standards. Assist in the daily functions necessary to maintain health information procedures, such as scanning records, meeting with clients to complete a release of information in order to have records released to other organizations or individuals, assist in processing records needed for subpoenas/court orders.

EDUCATION AND TRAINING REQUIRED:

This position requires a high school diploma or equivalency with two years office/customer service experience preferred. Minimum skills will include.

Ability to maintain confidentiality

 Proficiency in the use of Outlook 365 (sending/receiving emails/attachments,  cutting/pasting website elements into Microsoft Office documents)

Ability to communicate clearly and professionally with callers, visitors and co-workers. 

Proficient typist (45 wpm or greater with at least 95% accuracy rate)

Proficiency in Microsoft Office 2016 (specifically Word and Excel, and basic knowledge of Access, Power Point).

Ability to participate as a member of a team

Ability to work independently and effectively to solve problems, seeking supervision as needed

Knowledge of modern office procedures and methods including telephone communications, and record keeping.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Knowledge of relevant laws related to the confidentiality and privacy of health information.

Ability to accurately maintain existing databases and protocols while handling multiple priorities simultaneously & work independently with attention to detail.

To apply for this opening please visit our website: http://www.communitycareri.org and select "Careers", then "Current Openings" to fill out an application, upload your cover letter, and resume.