* Preps record for scanning by removing staples, remove paper clips, taped torn pages, ensure medical records are on 8.5 x 11 paper, ensure each page has the correct patient record and episode/date of service.

* Performs quality checks on all images to assure accuracy, confidentiality, and proper scanning.

* Ensures each image is scanned into the correct patient record, each image is scanned into the correct episode/date of service, each page is properly indexed and unnecessary pages are removed.

* Answers, evaluates and prioritizes incoming customer calls as needed.

* When requested, returns faxes in a timely manner.

* Assists in purging charts as scheduled and according to guidelines.

* Maintains documentation of all processes as required in HIM Department.

* Meets productivity and quality standards as established in HIM Department.

* Performs Release of Information (ROI) to all requesters according to policy and HIPAA Laws.

* Assists with deficiency and delinquency reports and notifications to physicians.

* Performs logging of work referred to external copy service.

* Demonstrates and maintains patient confidentiality to protect the patient.

* Remains knowledgeable of imaging standards, policies and procedures and HIPAA regulations to work in compliance of these and other standards.

* Performs analysis on all records according to HIM Work Instructions

* Participates in new hire training and Department orientation under the supervision of the Manager.

* Responsible for reporting any safety-related incident in a timely fashion through the Midas/RDE tool; attends all safety-related training programs; performs work in a safe manner; monitors work environment for possible safety issues and ensures others are also performing work in a safe manner.

* Stays current and complies with state and federal regulations/statutes and company policies that impact the employee's area of responsibility.

* If required for the position, ensures all certifications and/or licenses are up-to-date and valid prior to expiration dates.

* Completes all company mandatory modules and required job-specific training in the specified time frame.