Health Information Management (HIM) Clerk

We are looking for a detail-oriented Health Information Management (HIM) Clerk to support medical records operations for a healthcare organization. This contract opportunity has the potential to become permanent and is ideal for someone who is comfortable working independently while maintaining accuracy, productivity, and compliance in a fast-paced clinical environment. The person in this role will help ensure patient records are complete, properly documented, and managed in accordance with established health information standards.

Responsibilities:
• Gather discharged patient record materials from clinical departments and nursing units, then monitor and reconcile files to confirm completeness.
• Prepare, organize, scan, and review documentation for imaging and storage, ensuring each record meets facility standards for accuracy and quality.
• Support physician chart completion activities by identifying missing documentation, validating deficiencies, and following up with providers on outstanding items.
• Notify appropriate clinical or administrative contacts when documentation issues require escalation or additional intervention.
• Record daily workload and time usage while consistently meeting expected productivity and quality benchmarks.
• Conduct routine chart reviews using established audit procedures to verify documentation integrity and compliance.
• Use the electronic medical record system to assist with record completion, coding support, release of information, and maintenance of the legal health record.
• Help patients with portal enrollment and provide administrative support for transcription-related tasks in line with department guidelines.

Qualifications:

• At least 2 years of experience working with medical records or health information management processes.
• Hands-on familiarity with electronic medical record systems in a healthcare setting.
• Working knowledge of patient medical records handling, document tracking, and record accuracy standards.
• Experience using platforms such as Allscripts, Cerner, or comparable EMR technologies.
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple tasks, and stay organized in a deadline-driven environment.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to follow established policies, procedures, and turnaround expectations.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills for coordinating with providers and internal healthcare teams.

Compensation

$19.00-$21.00 Hourly

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