Health Info Associate I- Document Imaging

Requisition # 8054

Job Description

Align yourself with an organization that has a reputation for excellence! Cedars Sinai was awarded the National Research Corporation’s Consumer Choice Award 19 years in a row for providing the highest-quality medical care in Los Angeles. We also received the Advisory Board Company’s Workplace of the Year. This award recognizes hospitals and health systems nationwide that have outstanding levels of employee engagement. Join us and discover why U.S. News & World Report has named us one of America’s Best Hospitals!

What will you be doing in this role?

In this onsite role you will be performing specialized health information activities necessary to organize, maintain and use electronic and paper patient health records. Depending on area assigned, may specialize in one or more clerical functions, such as coding clerical support, transcription processing and interface. Coordination of record request, image scanning quality auditing, or serve as the satellite rep in off-campus locations. Analyze/research errors. Participate in quality reviews. Compile and trend data and generate reports. Queries multiple electronic records and tracking systems. Understands chart organization and content, CSMC and external requirements related to chart documentation and privacy. Also, performs as a backup for prepping and scanning records as needed, to meet department goals.

Qualifications

Requirements:

High School Diploma or GED required. Associate degree or some college preferred.

2-3 years’ experience in a health care setting or related field, preferred.

Basic medical terminology required.

Skills/experience we're seeking:

RHIT or another related credential, preferred.

Basic knowledge of ICD-10 preferred.

Why work here?

Beyond outstanding benefits, competitive salaries and health and dental insurance We take pride in hiring the best employees. Our talented staff reflects the culturally and ethnically diverse community we serve. They are proof of our commitment to creating a dynamic, inclusive environment that fuels innovation and the gold standard of patient care we strive for.

Req ID : 8054
Working Title : Health Info Associate I- Document Imaging
Department : CSRC Document Imaging
Business Entity : Cedars-Sinai Medical Center
Job Category : Patient Financial Services
Job Specialty : Medical Records
Overtime Status : NONEXEMPT
Primary Shift : Day
Shift Duration : 8 hour
Base Pay : $23.00 - $28.05

Our compensation philosophy

We offer competitive total compensation that includes pay, benefits, and other recognition programs for our employees. The base pay range shown above takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including knowledge/skills; relevant experience and training; education/certifications/licensure; and other business and organizational factors. This base pay range does not include our comprehensive benefits package and any incentive payments that may be applicable to this role.

Diversity and Inclusion at Cedars-Sinai

We are caretakers and innovators committed to the pursuit of equitable healthcare. But health equity is not possible without representation. Our commitment to diversity goes beyond demographics or checking boxes. Our people must reflect the diverse identities, experiences and geographies of the communities and patients we serve – because that’s what our patients, colleagues and communities deserve. Quality Care and Research—For All, By All

Cedars-Sinai is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.

Cedars-Sinai does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of the race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, ancestry, physical or mental disability, legally protected medical condition (cancer-related or genetic characteristics or any genetic information), marital status, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, age (40 or older), military and/or veteran status or any other basis protected by federal or state law. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us by email at [email protected] and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Requests for accommodation will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address.

Cedars-Sinai will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories, in accordance with the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring.

At Cedars-Sinai, we are dedicated to the safety, health and wellbeing of our patients and employees. This includes protecting our patients from communicable diseases, such as influenza (flu) and COVID-19. For this reason, we require that all new employees receive a flu vaccine based on the seasonal availability of flu vaccine (typically during September through April each year) as a condition of employment, and annually thereafter as a condition of continued employment, subject to medical exemption or religious accommodation. For the same reason, you may also be required to receive other vaccines such as COVID-19 as a condition of employment. Cedars-Sinai reserves the right to make modifications to its required list of vaccines as required by law and/or policy