Summary

The HIM Assistant will support the medical records department through a variety of clerical, technical, and related support services. Responsible for assembly and analysis of discharge medical records. Reviews records for completeness, accuracy and compliance with regulations. Compiles, processes, and maintains records in a manner consistent with medical, administrative, ethical, legal, and regulatory requirements of the health care system. Maintains filing of medical records and assists with Release of Information. Maintains and operates a variety of health records indexes and storage retrieval systems to index, classify, store and analyze information.

Job description

Position Summary

The HIM Assistant will support the medical records department through a variety of clerical, technical, and related support services. Responsible for assembly and analysis of discharge medical records. Reviews records for completeness, accuracy and compliance with regulations. Compiles, processes, and maintains records in a manner consistent with medical, administrative, ethical, legal, and regulatory requirements of the health care system. Maintains filing of medical records and assists with Release of Information. Maintains and operates a variety of health records indexes and storage retrieval systems to index, classify, store and analyze information.

Qualifications

Education: High school diploma or general education degree (GED); two years post high school education or the equivalent experience combination of education and Medical Records experience preferred.

Experience: Minimum 6 months previous experience in similar position in health information management; experience in a health care psychiatric facility preferred.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED
Minimum 6 months experience in health information management
Two years post high school education or equivalent experience preferred
Experience in a health care psychiatric facility preferred

Benefits

Medical, Dental & Vision
Prescription Drug Plan
401(k) Matching
Discounted Stock Plan
Paid Time Off
Free Basic Life Insurance
Student Loan Refinancing
Career Development

Company overview

Universal Health Services, Inc. (UHS) is one of the nation's largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services, operating as a Fortune 300 corporation headquartered in King of Prussia, Pennsylvania. Founded in 1979, UHS has grown into a major healthcare enterprise with approximately 99,000 employees and annual revenues exceeding $14 billion. The company operates through its subsidiaries, managing 29 acute care hospitals, 331 behavioral health facilities, and 60 outpatient and other facilities across 39 U.S. states, Washington D.C., Puerto Rico, and the United Kingdom. UHS provides comprehensive healthcare services including acute care, behavioral health treatment, cancer centers, and ambulatory surgical centers. The company's strategy focuses on building or acquiring high-quality hospitals in rapidly growing markets and investing in advanced medical equipment and skilled personnel to become the leading healthcare provider in each community it serves. UHS is publicly traded on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE: UHS) and has established a strong reputation for delivering compassionate, high-quality care while maintaining financial stability and operational excellence.