Clinical Data Abstractor I

Role Overview

• Navigates various electronic health record (EHR) and computer applications to perform job duties to support patient care, care management initiatives, revenue cycle, Health Maintenance and regulatory requirements
• Receives, sorts, prepares, and scans internal and external clinical documentation into the EHR according to Health Information Management (HIM) procedures
• Analyzes non-interfaced patient laboratory reports to ensure patient identifiers and compliance with all applicable regulations
• Utilizes optical character recognition software to electronically and or manually enter appropriate data into the EHR
• Identifies, creates, or releases the appropriate laboratory tests by applying knowledge of medical terminology and laboratory nomenclature
• Discretely abstracts and imports laboratory results and other clinical documentation into the EHR
• Communicates with patient care and external performing laboratories via phone, email, fax, Epic In-Basket, and other methods to provide education, STAT laboratory data entry services and other required information

Requirements

• 1-2 years of experience in a Health Information Management, Medical Laboratory department or other related health care setting
• Proficient computer and keyboarding skills with the ability to learn new computer software systems such as Epic, Extract LabDE, Solarity, OnBase, Microsoft 365 and legacy archives
• High attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to prioritize workload and work under pressure in a fast-paced environment with time constraints
• Ability to work independently and make decisions with minimal supervision while maintaining quality and productivity standards
• Works collaboratively in a diverse team environment
• High School Graduate or Equivalent

Benefits

• Paid Time Off programs
• Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short
• and Long-Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
• Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
• Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
• Educational Assistance Program