Community Health Systems

Operates acute care hospitals nationwide

Health Information Management Technician

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Full-timeFort Wayne, IN, USANo salary listedIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

At least 0–1 years of experience in health information management or healthcare clerical support.
Strong understanding of medical record workflows, documentation requirements, and regulatory compliance.
Knowledge of chart deficiency processes, provider suspension workflows, and unbilled management procedures.
Proficiency in electronic health record systems, document management, and health information technology platforms.
Ability to analyze, generate, and interpret HIM reports, including deficiency tracking and unbilled account monitoring.
Ability to handle sensitive patient information with confidentiality and professionalism.

Responsibilities

Ensure accurate filing and maintenance of health records by filing documents in the electronic health record system in a timely and organized manner.
Assist HIM leadership with operational reports, audits, and quality improvement initiatives to enhance documentation workflows.
Ensure compliance with HIPAA, Joint Commission requirements, and facility policies while maintaining the confidentiality and security of patient health information.
Ensure previous-day discharge records are received by the HIM department the following day or sooner, and follow the Discharge Reconciliation policy when records have not been obtained from the units.
Prepare and scan received discharge records according to policy within 24 hours of discharge.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Maintain regular and reliable attendance.
Comply with all policies and standards.

Desired Qualifications

Experience in document scanning, indexing, and electronic medical record systems.
Registered Health Information Technician certification.
Registered Health Information Administrator certification.

Job Summary

The Health Information Management (HIM) Technician is responsible for ensuring the accuracy, integrity, and accessibility of patient health records to support coding, reimbursement, physician chart completion, and regulatory compliance. This position plays a critical role in chart and electronic health record (EHR) processing and maintenance. The HIM Technician assists in the timely receipt and processing of patient health records for continuity of care,

Essential Functions

Ensures accurate filing and maintenance of health records, filing documents in the electronic health record (EHR) system in a timely and organized manner.
Assists HIM leadership with operational reports, audits, and quality improvement initiatives to enhance documentation workflows.
Ensures compliance with HIPAA, Joint Commission (JC), and facility policies, maintaining the confidentiality and security of patient health information.
Ensures all previous day discharges are received in HIM department the following discharge(if not sooner). Follows the Discharge Reconcillation policy when records have not been obtained/received from the units.
Ensures all received discharge records are prepped and scanned according to policies and within 24 hours of discharge.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Maintains regular and reliable attendance.
Complies with all policies and standards.

Qualifications

0-1 years of experience in health information management,, or healthcare clerical support required
Experience in document scanning, indexing, and electronic medical records (EMR) systems preferred

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Strong understanding of medical record workflows, documentation requirements, and regulatory compliance.
Knowledge of chart deficiency processes, provider suspension workflows, and unbilled management procedures.
Proficiency in EHR systems, document management, and health information technology platforms.
Strong organizational and problem-solving skills to ensure timely and accurate documentation.
Effective communication and collaboration with providers, HIM leadership, and interdisciplinary teams.
Ability to analyze, generate, and interpret HIM reports, including deficiency tracking and unbilled account monitoring.
Attention to detail and ability to handle sensitive patient information with confidentiality and professionalism.

Licenses and Certifications

RHIT - Registered Health Information Technician preferred or
RHIA - Registered Health Information Administrator preferred

About the Company

Community Health Systems

Operates acute care hospitals nationwide

Community Health Systems operates general acute care hospitals across 14 states, owning or leasing 71 facilities to deliver healthcare outside urban centers. Its main business is running hospital networks and providing medical and surgical services to patients, funded by payments from patients, insurers, and government programs like Medicare and Medicaid. The company also offers management services to its affiliates through a professional services corporation. Its workflow centers on developing and operating healthcare delivery systems, supporting a wide range of needs from emergency care to specialized treatments. The goal is to help people get well and live healthier by providing accessible non-urban and suburban hospital-based care while navigating a regulated, competitive US healthcare market.

Company size: 5,001-10,000
Company stage: IPO
Headquarters: Franklin, TN
Founded: 1985

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