"Patient Record Abstractor II - Revenue Integrity - FT Days"

Position Summary: The incumbent is responsible for receiving and processing requests for release of patient information from various requestors. Duties include: providing information in accordance with department policies and procedures and within state and federal statutes, abstracting information from patient records and using various computer systems to enter and view information. Responds to phone inquiries and questions from requestors. Assists with reception coverage as required.

What It Takes to be Successful

Total Compensation: We offer a wealth of benefits to make working at UCI even more rewarding. These benefits may include medical insurance, sick and vacation time, retirement savings plans, and access to a number of discounts and perks. Please utilize the links listed here to learn more about our compensation practices and benefits.

Required Qualifications:

• Proficiency with electronic medical record systems record storage and retrieval.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and keyboarding skills.
• Medical Terminology and documentation identification.
• Medical Record Documentation requirements for a complete medical record.
• Knowledge of HIPAA, California Medical Information Act (CMLA), Lanterman-Petris-Short Act governing disclosure of mental health record and all legal regulations applicable to disclosure of alcohol and drug /substance abuse records, genetic testing, HIV, abortion, contraception, and gender-affirming records, worker compensation and processing of records pursuant to a subpoena and court order.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Commitment to continuous learning due to evolving laws.
• Attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and within a team.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Previous EPIC Electronic Health System experience.
• Familiarity with Medicare's Local and National Coverage Medical Necessity Documentation Requirements.
• RHIT or CHP Credential.
• AHIMA ROI Microcredential certification with 3 years' experience in an acute care hospital setting performing the release of information function.

Conditions of Employment: The University of California, Irvine (UCI) seeks to provide a safe and healthy environment for the entire UCI community. As part of this commitment, all applicants who accept an offer of employment must comply with the following conditions of employment: Background Check and Live Scan, Employment Misconduct, Legal Right to Work in the United States, Vaccination Policies, Smoking and Tobacco Policy, Drug Free Environment. Details of each policy may be reviewed by visiting the following page: https://hr.uci.edu/new-hire/conditions-of-employment.php.

Closing Statement: The University of California, Irvine is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected categories covered by the UC nondiscrimination policy. We are committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce along with honoring unique experiences, perspectives, and identities. Together, our community strives to create and maintain working and learning environments that are inclusive, equitable, and welcoming. UCI provides reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities upon request. For more information, please contact UCI's Employee Experience Center (EEC) at eec@uci.edu or at (949) 824-0500, Monday - Friday from 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.