Health Information Management Specialist
The Health Information Management Specialist at Confidential Client provides centralized support to ensure consistent use of health information management applications and compliance with organizational and regulatory standards. This role involves quality reviewing scanned medical records, managing work queues and error logs, processing release of information requests, and maintaining accurate patient records. It is an entry-level, full-time position focused on supporting healthcare providers with accurate and compliant medical record management.
About Careertakes
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Overview
Confidential client is seeking a Health Information Management Specialist to join their Health Information team in Wellston, MO. This is a full-time, day-shift role (40 hours/week) supporting centralized Health Information Management (HIM) operations. This is an excellent entry-level opportunity with an hourly pay range of $17.25–$22.33 and benefits eligibility.
What You’ll Do
This role provides day-to-day HIM support to ensure consistent application use, accurate medical records handling, and timely responses to record requests. Core responsibilities include:
- Provide centralized HIM support to ensure consistent application usage and support best practices.
- Perform quality reviews of scanned medical record images and maintain accuracy of electronic charts.
- Monitor work queues and error logs daily; troubleshoot issues and escalate when needed.
- Review requests for release of information; release only in accordance with organizational, state, and federal requirements.
- Coordinate corrections and amendments to patient medical records.
- Scan and file documents using correct chart categories, document types, and reference dates per organization protocols.
- Assist internal and external customers with requests for medical record information.
Qualifications
Minimum requirements:
- High school diploma or GED.
- Less than 2 years of relevant experience.
- Ability to work day shift, 40 hours/week.
- Authorized to work in the U.S.
Preferred:
- Bachelor’s degree (preferred, not required).
- 2–5 years of HIM or medical records experience.
- RHIA or RHIT certification is desirable.
- Experience with scanning workflows, release of information, and quality review processes.
We welcome candidates from diverse backgrounds. Reasonable accommodations are available for candidates with disabilities during the application and interview process.
Compensation & Benefits
- Pay range: $17.25–$22.33 per hour (based on qualifications and experience).
- Estimated annual pay (for reference): ~$44,525 per year.
- Typical benefits (may vary by position):
- Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.
- Disability insurance (employer-paid where applicable).
- Automatic retirement contribution and 401(k) with employer match.
- Tuition assistance and learning & development resources.
- Flexible spending accounts (health & dependent care).
- Paid time off that combines vacation, sick, holiday, and personal time.
- Adoption assistance (if applicable).
Note: Benefits eligibility and plan details depend on role and job location; consult Careertakes or the hiring team for specifics.
Location & Schedule
- Job location: Wellston, MO (on-site).
- Schedule: Day shift, full-time (40 hours/week). This posting indicates no call, no weekends, and no holiday work for the scheduled shift.
Additional notes about the process
Careertakes supports the hiring process as a third-party recruiter. The confidential client will make final hiring decisions. Background checks or other pre-employment screenings may be required where permitted by law.
Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency
Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.
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