Title: Health Information Assistant
Title: Health Information Assistant
Location: Brooklyn
Org Unit: Brooklyn 186 Joralemon Support
Work Days:
Weekly Hours: 35.00
Exemption Status: Non-Exempt
Salary Range: $20.13 - $24.14
*As required under NYC Human Rights Law Int 1208-2018 - Salary range for this role when Hired for NYC Offices
Position Summary
Job Responsibilities
- Ensures all patient data such as imaging reports, immunization reports, or lab results are sent promptly to referring or specialist physicians and offices to support continuity of patient care.
- Ensures accuracy of recipient contact information and location for correct delivery.
- Scans and uploads imaging studies, lab results, consultation letters, and other documents into patient's EMR or other systems.
- Reviews and uploads prior medical records or imaging studies into the patient’s chart before their appointment to support an accurate history by the provider or comparative interpretation by the radiologist.
- Maintains accuracy and confidentiality of all patient medical records in compliance with HIPAA regulations and organizational policies.
- Supports internal documentation workflows and responds to internal requests related to patient imaging, lab or immunization records.
- Collaborates with other departments and doctor’s offices to ensure seamless records management across patient care processes.
- Assists with gathering, processing & preparing charts/documentation needed prior to patient appointments or as part of follow-up. Receives and processes requests from providers and other staff to obtain outside records and reports.
- Handles incoming phone inquiries from patients related to medical records or imaging.
- May assist with maintaining inventory and supplies or office equipment.
- Assists with special projects as assigned.
Education
- High School Diploma
Experience
Some related work experience
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Candidate must have excellent communication and organizational skills and must be highly detailed oriented.
Licenses and Certifications
Working Conditions/Physical Demands
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Nearest Major Market: Brooklyn
Nearest Secondary Market: New York City