<p>Get to know Summit Pacific Medical Center:</p> <p>Your trusted partner in Health and Wellness, Summit Pacific is a vibrant and expanding public hospital district that operates a Critical Access Hospital with a Level IV trauma designation, three rural healthcare clinics, and a seven-day-a-week urgent care clinic. Our vision is "Through Summit Care, we will build the healthiest community in the Nation." Our hospital is unique due to its size and accessibility. We pride ourselves on our ability to give patients quick access to a provider.</p> <ul> <li>Critical Access Hospital </li><li>24/7 Emergency Department </li><li>Level II Cardiac Center </li><li>Level III Stroke Center </li><li>Level IV Trauma Care </li></ul> <p>To learn more about Summit Pacific, visit www.summitpacificmedicalcenter.org</p> <p>Pay Range (depending on experience):</p> <p>$18.40 - $25.69</p> <p>.</p> <p>Job Summary</p> <p>Assembles and organizes inpatient and outpatient medical records; files and retrieves patient records as requested by healthcare professionals. Maintains medical records in such a way that they are complete and available for ongoing care of patients. This occurs in both paper medical record and in electronic medical records. Works cooperatively and effectively as a member of the total patient care team.</p> <p>Job Duties and Responsibilities</p> <ol> <li> <p>Ensures all medical records documents are processed accurately and filed timely to enhance timely availability of complete data that facilitates quality patient care.</p> </li><li> <p>Assembles and analyzes medical records following hospital/clinic procedures. Performs filing and copying of medical record documentation in a hybrid environment (electronic and hard copy). Indexes and imports documents into the electronic medical record; reviews to ensure correct importing.</p> </li><li> <p>Scans and indexes loose reports into the electronic medical record.</p> </li><li> <p>Logs and maintains medical records sent to offsite storage</p> </li><li> <p>Interacts with physicians and other medical staff for retrieval of records. Retrieves medical records for special studies, chart reviews, billing, external reviews and committee meetings within required time frames.</p> </li><li> <p>Tracks, and maintains a log of all patient charts that are requested and/or checked out by other departments.</p> </li><li> <p>Processes Release of Information (ROI) requests in timely manner (as per WA state law).</p> </li><li> <p>Processes and distributes the incoming mail.</p> </li><li> <p>Works directly with third party payers in response to Healthcare Effectiveness Data and Information Set (HEDIS) requests, which is the governing agency that measures quality for the payors.</p> </li><li> <p>Answers phone calls in a timely and professional manner; responds promptly and appropriately to requests.</p> </li><li> <p>Works closely with providers to answer questions related to medical records.</p> </li><li> <p>Maintains confidentiality, privacy and security of protected health information.</p> </li><li> <p>Performs other related duties and special projects as assigned.</p> </li></ol> <p>Organizational Responsibilities</p> <p>In addition to the duties and responsibilities listed above, all employees are expected to support the Summit Pacific Medical Center mission, vision and values; comply with SPMC policies and procedures; and conduct themselves in an ethical, professional, respectful, and collaborative manner at all times.</p> <p>PRN Position</p> <p>Required Education and Experience</p> <ul> <li>High school diploma or equivalent; associate's degree preferred. </li><li>One year of clerical experience; medical records/medical office experience preferred. </li></ul> <p>Required Licenses, Certifications and/or Registrations</p> <ol> <li>None </li></ol> <p>Required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities</p> <ol> <li> <p>Must be able to thrive in a fast -pace and high volume professional environment while maintaining timely and accurate records.</p> </li><li> <p>Works professionally as a member of the team and has interpersonal skills required to interact with staff members and patients.</p> </li><li> <p>Proficient in the use of current technology, including Microsoft Office products, internet, copiers, scanners, telephones, and faxes.</p> </li><li> <p>Knowledge of HIPAA regulations and requirements; ability to apply regulations and policies as required to ensure proper handling of confidential patient records and to explain the law and the privacy policy to patients.</p> </li><li> <p>Demonstrate keyboarding and data entry skills and ability to enter data quickly and accurately.</p> </li><li> <p>Strong organization abilities and attention to detail.</p> </li><li> <p>Outstanding customer service skills.</p> </li><li> <p>Professional and effective written and verbal communication skills. Ability to identify and employ communication strategies appropriate to the audience.</p> </li><li> <p>Ability to develop processes and systems and to maintain accurate documentation and records.</p> </li></ol> <p>Physical Requirements</p> <p>Never = 0% of time Seldom = 1-10% Occasional = 10-30% Frequent = 30-70% Constant = over 70%</p> <p>Lifting <10 lbs x<br> Lifting 10-35 lbs x</p> <p>Lifting >35 lbs x</p> <p>Carrying <10 lbs x<br> Carrying 10-35 lbs x</p> <p>Carrying >35 lbs x</p> <p>Pushing/Pulling 0-35 lbs x</p> <p>Sitting x</p> <p>Standing x</p> <p>Walking x</p> <p>Bending/Stooping x</p> <p>Crouching x</p> <p>Work Shift:</p> <p>All non union, non exempt staff</p> <p>Working Location:</p> <p>Elma, Washington</p> <p>Benefits:</p> <p>Our uniquely designed benefits are here to support you and your family in staying well, growing professionally and achieving financial security!</p> <p>We take care of you, so you can focus on delivering our mission of caring for everyone, especially the most vulnerable in our communities.</p> <p>Benefits offered by SPMC:</p> <ul> <li>Competitive Compensation </li><li>Medical </li><li>Prescription </li><li>Dental (including Orthodontia) </li><li>Vision </li><li>Healthcare FSA and daycare FSA </li><li>Daycare subsidized benefit </li><li>Life Insurance </li><li>Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D) </li><li>Short- and long-term disability </li><li>Generous employer 403b match contributions for retirement </li><li>457 retirement account for additional funds </li><li>Employee Assistance Program (EAP) </li><li>Tuition reimbursement </li><li>Smoking Cessation Assistance </li><li>Employee Wellness Program </li><li>Employee Committees to participate in such as Spirit Team </li><li>Beautiful on-site gym for employees </li><li>Instructor led fitness classes for employees, including Yoga, Kettlebells and Bootcamps </li><li>Walking trails on site </li></ul> <p>Additional Information:</p> <ul> <li>Summit Pacific is a vibrant and expanding nonprofit public hospital district serving east Grays Harbor County, Washington. Founded in 1982, Summit Pacific now operates three locations comprised of a critical access hospital, primary care clinics, an urgent care clinic and range of ancillary and specialty services. </li><li>Far enough to have privacy and enjoy the small-town lifestyle, yet close enough to have the benefits of the city. There are many year-round recreational activities in and around Grays Harbor such as: </li><li>Hiking/ walking trails - whether you're looking for short easy walking trails or long hikes you can find many trails located either on site or just miles from Summit Pacific. There are many great hiking trails about an hour away at the Quinault Rainforest which is also the home of some of the largest trees in the world! </li><li>Kayaking - There are many areas that are easily accessible and have beautiful views. </li><li>Nature viewing - Multiple whale watching towers and tours, state parks, Olympic Game Farm (where you can feed the animals straight from your car) </li><li>Fishing & Hunting - If you're looking for areas to hunt/ fish or looking for guided tours this is a great area! Westport is just 42 miles away with many opportunities to catch or buy fresh fish off the docks! </li><li>Other activities - Multiple museums, winery, arcades, rentable mopeds, Seabrook (vacation beach town), many areas to surf for experienced surfers and surfing lessons for those who want to learn. </li><li>Nearby colleges - Grays Harbor College is a community college located in Aberdeen with other community colleges located in surrounding areas, as well as some state colleges and universities in other areas of WA state. </li></ul> <p>Summit Pacific Medical Center is an equal opportunity provider and employer that is committed to a policy of non-discrimination on the basis of race, sex, age, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, disability, marital status, arrest and court record, sexual orientation, and status as a covered veteran. This policy covers admission and access to, and participation in, treatment and employment in the hospital's programs, activities, services, and employment.</p> <p>This organization participates in E-Verify. E-Verify is a service that verifies authorization to work in the U.S. through the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and the U.S. Department of Social Security (SSA). For further information on E-Verify contact DHS at 1-888-464-4218.</p>