Health Information Access Specialist Release of Information at University of Wisconsin Hospitals and Clinics Authority

DescriptionWork Schedule:100% FTE. Scheduled shifts are 8:00 am 4:30 pm Monday Friday. Hours may vary based on the operational needs of the department. This position is hybrid for individuals living in Wisconsin or Illinois. When in the office you will work at 8501 Excelsior Dr in Madison WI.Be part of something remarkableEvery patient deserves confidentiality with their health care. Would you like the opportunity to impact patient care through Health Information Management (HIM)We are seeking a Health Information Access Specialist who will:Work with UW Specialty Clinics to identify pertinent patient information to assist in the scheduling ambulatory access and pre-visit planning processes.Work with the internal HIM and other UW teams to optimize workflows around record gathering and abstraction streamlining the prior authorization process and optimizing use of electronic medical records.Utilize EMR (electronic medical record) functionalities and Access Database to coordinate record retrieval from external providers.At UW Health you will have:An excellent benefits package including health and dental insurance paid time off retirement plans two-week paid parental leave and adoption assistance.Options for a variety of schedules and shifts that offer flexibility and allow for work-life balance.Access to great resources through the UW Health Employee Wellbeing Department that supports your emotional financial and physical well-being.Tuition benefits eligibility - UW Health invests in your professional growth by helping pay for coursework associated with career advancement.The opportunity to earn a referral bonus for referring friends former colleagues or others to apply for open posted positions.QualificationsHigh School Diploma or equivalent RequiredAssociates Degree in HIM HIT or other relevant discipline PreferredWork ExperienceOne (1) to Three (3) years prior experience performing release of information activities patient access and/or scheduling and registration or direct patient care experience (Electronic setting preferred). Bachelors degree in Health Information Management or other related discipline may be substituted for years of experience RequiredExperience with EMR (EPIC Care Everywhere preferred) RequiredLicenses & CertificationsRHIT PreferredRHIA PreferredCAHIMS PreferredCPHIMS PreferredCRIS PreferredCNA PreferredEPIC Certification PreferredOur Commitment to Social Impact and BelongingUW Health is committed to fostering a workplace that creates belonging for everyone and is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. Our respect for people shines through patient care interactions and our daily work practices as we work to embrace the knowledge unique perspectives and qualities each employee and faculty member brings to work each day. It is the policy of UW Health to provide equal opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin age protected veteran or disabled status or genetic information.Job DescriptionUW Hospital and Clinics benefitsRequired Experience:IC Key Skills Information Management,HIPAA,FIPS,Records Management,Windows,System Security,NIST Standards,IT Support,DIACAP,Medical Records,FISMA,RMF Employment Type : Full-Time Experience: years Vacancy: 1