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State of Minnesota Office & Admin Specialist Int - Health Information Management Specialist in Moose Lake, Minnesota
Working Title: Health Information Management Specialist
Job Class: Office and Administrative Specialist, Intermediate
Agency: Human Services Dept
Job ID : 80389
Location : Moose Lake
Telework Eligible : No
Full/Part Time : Full-Time
Regular/Temporary : Unlimited
Who May Apply : Open to all qualified job seekers
Date Posted : 09/20/2024
Closing Date : 09/26/2024
Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : Department of Human Services / DHS Moose Lake AFSCME
Division/Unit : Direct Care & Treatment / MSOP Support Functions / MSOP HIMS Support
Work Shift/Work Hours : Day Shift/ 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Days of Work : Monday - Friday
Travel Required : No
Salary Range: $20.45 - $27.12 / hourly; $42,699 - $56,626 / annually
Classified Status : Classified
Bargaining Unit/Union : 206 - Clerical/AFSCME
Work Area : MSOP HIMS Support
FLSA Status : Nonexempt
Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities (https://mn.gov/mmb/careers/diverse-workforce/people-with-disabilities/connect700/) : Yes
The Department of Human Services is unable to provide sponsorship for work visas. Applicants must be eligible to work in the United States at the start of employment
The work you'll do is more than just a job.
At the State of Minnesota, employees play a critical role in developing policies, providing essential services, and working to improve the well-being and quality of life for all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota is committed to equity and inclusion, and invests in employees by providing benefits, support resources, and training and development opportunities.
The Minnesota Sex Offender Program (MSOP) is a sex offense specific treatment program in a modified therapeutic community and secure setting that provides comprehensive services to 740 civilly committed clients. Services include sex offense specific treatment, education programming, therapeutic recreation, vocational programming, and volunteer services.
The Minnesota Sex Offender Program (MSOP) is seeking an individual to join our team for an exciting and rewarding opportunity as a Health Information Management Specialist. This position works within a team to deliver quality record management outcomes. As the heartbeat of any healthcare facility, the individuals within this department bridge roles, connecting clinical, operational and administrative functions to all clientele. These professionals affect the quality of patient/client information at every touch point within the program while maintaining the highest standards of data integrity, confidentiality, and health information security.
Primary Responsibilities:
Processing and maintaining client records (paper and electronic) and ensuring compliance with policies, best practices, and regulatory requirements.
Providing accurate and complete client records which includes participating and contributing to discussions and processes that support timely customer services outcomes.
Reviewing client records for quality control, identifying deficiencies, and taking corrective action as needed based on policy and regulations of licensing standards.
Maintaining a system of inventory and accountability for active, historical, medical and treatment records, court records, court exhibits, confidential records, and records received from other agencies.
Minimum Qualifications
To qualify, applicants must possess the following qualifications:
Customer service skills sufficient to provide courteous, prompt, and accurate information to customers in person, on the phone, through email and other written or electronic correspondence.
Data entry performance using Microsoft Office or similar data entry system sufficient to enter data into specific fields, receive, review and compare source documents to database information including locating, identifying, and correcting data entry errors.
Database, Documents, and Records Management skill sufficient to maintain electronic or paper files for efficient organization and retrieval of information, compile, research and analyze information from databases, and destroy records according to retention schedules.
Specialized terminology including medical terminology or coding sufficient to read, write and speak in the medical and health field.
Spreadsheetsskillsufficient to utilizespreadsheet applications such as Microsoft Excel to enter, compile, store and retrieve data.
Typing/keyboarding skills using Microsoft Words or equivalent software, sufficient to produce documents such as emails and other correspondence in an efficient and timely manner.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience within the records management field, or electronic medical records.
Experience with data systems such as FileNet, Phoenix, Electronic Document Management System (EDMS) and Avatar. Knowledge of the provisions of Minnesota Government Data Practices, Federal Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) laws and records best practices.
Our employees are dedicated to ensuring cultural responsiveness. Preferred candidates will have a variety of experiences working effectively with others from different backgrounds and cultures.
Additional Requirements
To facilitate proper crediting, please ensure that your resume clearly describes your experience in the areas listed and indicates the beginning and ending month and year for each job held.
REFERENCE/BACKGROUND CHECKS - The Department of Human Services will conduct reference checks to verify job-related credentials and criminal background check prior to appointment.
EDUCATION VERIFICATION - Applicants will be required to provide a copy of their high school diploma at time of interview OR copies of their college transcript or college degree/diploma at time of interview. Copies of the college degree/diploma are acceptable ONLY if it clearly identifies the field in which it was earned
AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Minnesota State Colleges and Universities is an Equal Opportunity employer/educator committed to the principles of diversity. We prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or membership in a local commission as defined by law. As an affirmative action employer, we actively seek and encourage applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status.
Reasonable accommodations will be made to all qualified applicants with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance or cannot access the online job application system, please contact the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us . Please indicate what assistance is needed.