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Health Information Specialist

State of Oregon

Maintain accurate and complete medical records for a 24/7, 16-bed state-run secure residential treatment facility in Pendleton, Oregon.

Responsibilities include overseeing diagnostic coding in the EHR, including accurate assignment and verification of ICD-10 codes, supporting Medicaid billing and claims submission, auditing records for integrity and completeness, entering demographic data, archiving records in a HIPAA-compliant manner, and coordinating with clinical staff.

The role also provides administrative support such as coordinating meetings and schedules and maintaining organized documentation systems to support efficient department operations.

Requirements & Qualifications

Minimum qualifications

  • Two years of experience related to health information work, including processing, maintaining, compiling, or reporting patient information in a healthcare setting
  • Or an associate degree in Health Information Technology from an accredited program
  • Or an equivalent combination of training and experience

Desired qualifications

  • Experience submitting prior authorization requests for Medicaid billing
  • Ability to apply administrative rules for record completeness, audit, and quality assurance
  • Experience collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, including QMHA, QMHP, and licensed professionals
  • Knowledge of medical, psychiatric, and legal terminology and medical transcription standards
  • Strong organization, prioritization, time management, written, and verbal communication skills
  • Proficiency with MS Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams, SharePoint, and Adobe DC
  • Experience with hybrid paper and electronic medical records in an inpatient setting
  • Knowledge of Oregon Revised Statutes related to disclosure of patient information
Benefits & Perks

Benefits and perks

  • Low-cost medical, vision, and dental coverage for employees and families
  • Optional life insurance, disability coverage, deferred compensation, and FSA options
  • Paid time off including holidays, personal days, sick leave, and vacation accrual
  • Potential Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility
  • Retirement through PERS/OPSRP
  • Training and development opportunities

Location

Oregon, US

Employment Type

Full-time

Experience Level

Associate

Remote work allowed

No

Posted

2 weeks ago

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