Health Information Access Specialist - Release of Information

Work Schedule: 
100% FTE. Scheduled shifts are 8:00 am – 4:30 pm, Monday – Friday. Hours may vary based on the operational needs of the department. This position is hybrid for individuals living in Wisconsin or Illinois.  When in the office, you will work at 8501 Excelsior Dr in Madison, WI.

 

Be part of something remarkable

Every patient deserves confidentiality with their health care. Would you like the opportunity to impact patient care through Health Information Management (HIM)?

We are seeking a Health Information Access Specialist who will: 

• Work with UW Specialty Clinics to identify pertinent patient information to assist in the scheduling, ambulatory access, and pre-visit planning processes.
• Work with the internal HIM and other UW teams to optimize workflows around record gathering and abstraction, streamlining the prior authorization process, and optimizing use of electronic medical records.
• Utilize EMR (electronic medical record) functionalities and Access Database to coordinate record retrieval from external providers.
   

At UW Health, you will have:

• An excellent benefits package, including health and dental insurance, paid time off, retirement plans, two-week paid parental leave and adoption assistance. 
• Options for a variety of schedules and shifts that offer flexibility and allow for work-life balance.
• Access to great resources through the UW Health Employee Wellbeing Department that supports your emotional, financial, and physical well-being.
• Tuition benefits eligibility - UW Health invests in your professional growth by helping pay for coursework associated with career advancement.
• The opportunity to earn a referral bonus for referring friends, former colleagues or others to apply for open, posted positions.

 

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent Required
• Associate's Degree in HIM, HIT, or other relevant discipline Preferred

Work Experience

• One (1) to Three (3) years prior experience performing release of information activities, patient access and/or scheduling and registration or direct patient care experience (Electronic setting preferred). Bachelor’s degree in Health Information Management, or other related discipline may be substituted for years of experience Required
• Experience with EMR (EPIC, Care Everywhere – preferred) Required

Licenses & Certifications

• RHIT Preferred
• RHIA Preferred
• CAHIMS Preferred
• CPHIMS Preferred
• CRIS Preferred
• CNA Preferred
• EPIC Certification Preferred

Our Commitment to Social Impact and BelongingUW Health is committed to fostering a workplace that creates belonging for everyone and is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. Our respect for people shines through patient care interactions and our daily work practices as we work to embrace the knowledge, unique perspectives and qualities each employee and faculty member brings to work each day. It is the policy of UW Health to provide equal opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.

 

Job Description

 

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