CommonSpirit Health hiring Health Information Technician in SeaTac, Washington, United States | LinkedIn (2024)

• Overview* Virginia Mason Franciscan Health brings together two award-winning health systems in Washington state

CHI Franciscan and Virginia Mason. As one integrated health system with the most patient access points in western Washington, our team includes 18,000 staff and nearly 5,000 employed physicians and affiliated providers. At Virginia Mason Franciscan Health, you will find the safest and highest quality of care provided by our expert, compassionate medical care team at 11 hospitals and nearly 300 sites throughout the greater Puget Sound region.

While you’re busy impacting the healthcare industry, we’ll take care of you with benefits that include health/dental/vision, FSA, matching retirement plans, paid vacation, adoption assistance, annual bonus eligibility, and more!

• Responsibilities*
• Scan and index documents into the EHR utilizing established policy and procedures to ensure that clinical information is located in the right place, legible, and available for patient care.
• Release PHI utilizing established federal/state regulations and organizational policy and procedures to ensure that the right information is released to the right person/organization.
• Provide excellent customer service for patients and others by utilizing departmental and organizational procedures.
• Engage in team, departmental and organizational VMPS activities, including kaizen events, PDSA and ELIs, as appropriate.
• Other duties as assigned. As a part of our organization, we currently offer the following additional benefits:
• Competitive starting wages (DOE) and training to grow within the company
• Paid holidays, vacation and sick time
• Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance plans
• Flexible health spending accounts: DCFSA and FSA
• Health Savings Account - (HSA) for use with the high deductible health plan
• Short and long term disability programs
• Employer paid life insurance
• 401a and 403b retirement programs
• Tuition Assistance for career growth and development
• Bright Horizons programs for additional support with children, pets, dependent adults, and household needs
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for you and your family
• Voluntary Protection: Group Accident, Critical Illness, and Identify Theft
• Qualifications* Required: High School diploma
• 6 months’ experience in a health information management department or 1 years’ experience in an office setting, preferably healthcare related
• Knowledge of medical terminology
• Knowledge of HIPAA regulations, Joint Commission standards and other relevant healthcare documentation standards
• Proficient computer skills, including Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Strong Interpersonal skills and ability to work well with team members
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Must be self-directed and able to work with little supervision while maintaining high levels of quality, production and customer service. Preferred: Associates Degree in Health Information Technology
• All of minimum requirements, plus: Prior experience with electronic health records (Cerner PowerChart),scanning and release of information applications Preferred credentials: RHIT

Just as Virginia Mason is dedicated to improving the lives of our patients and our community, we are equally dedicated to your professional and personal success. With a wide range of perks that includes comprehensive compensation and benefits, continuing education and support, and the opportunity to live in one of the most livable cities in the country, you will find that an opportunity with Team Medicine is one worth taking. Virginia Mason Medical Center, was recognized among the Best Hospitals in Washington state by U.S. News & World Report. Located in Seattle, WA, Virginia Mason is an internationally recognized leader in the continuous improvement of health care. With an extensive list of awards and distinctions that includes our recognition as Top Hospital of the Decade by The Leapfrog Group, Virginia Mason offers you the opportunity to partner with exceptionally talented peers at every level. You will contribute to the strength of our Team Medicine approach to collaborative medicine and benefit from the changes enacted through our Virginia Mason Production System, a model that has transformed health care by providing patients with easier access to care, reducing errors, and continuously innovating patient safety and quality that has been adopted by other organizations here and abroad. Join us, and find out how many ways Virginia Mason offers you the chance to focus on what really matters - our patients.

We deliver inspired people to do meaningful work.

We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.

• Pay Range* $20.20 - $31.01/Hour