Correspondence Clerk

Correspondence Clerk page is loaded## Correspondence Clerk locations:
Salinas, CAtime type:
Part time posted on:
Posted Yesterday job requisition :
SVH-102744
** It's fun to work in a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they're doing!
*** We're committed to bringing passion and customer focus to the business.*## ## Department:

Health Information Management
** Job Description
** Job Description Works under the direction of the HIM/Privacy Director and the HIM Operations Manager.  Evaluates and responds to requests for patient medical information.  Performs other duties, specifically those of a HIM Specialist.
* Evaluates each request for patient medical information for appropriateness
* Identifies medical information to be copied.
* Maintains log (computer and/or manual) of all information requested and released.
* Prepares explanation letters to requestors with incomplete and/or inappropriate requests for information.
* Prepares bills for release of information and witness fees.
* Processes and responds to subpoenas and depositions.  Represents Custodian of Records upon request.
* Responds to all requests in a timely manner making sure that all requests with a time date requirement are    given immediate priority.
* Obtains medical information from other organizations as needed.
* Processes requests for patient information from other health care facilities; other departments in hospital,    audits, etc.
* Ensures that records that may be pending litigation are secured in the locked file.
* Handles telephone requests for patient information both inside and outside the hospital.
* Special projects as assigned.
* Performs other duties as assigned.
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* Education:

** Work requires knowledge generally acquired through a high school education or GED.
** Licensure:
** None.
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* Experience:

** At least two years of medical records experience required, preferably with one year in release of patient information. Epic experience a plus.

The hourly rate for this position is $30.93 - $37.60. The range displayed on this job posting reflects the target for new hire salaries for this position.
** Job Specifications:*
* ● Union: NUHW### ###
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Work Shift:

Day Shift### ###
● FTE: 0.8### ###
● Scheduled

Hours:

32
* If you like wild growth and working with happy, enthusiastic over-achievers, you'll enjoy your career with us!
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