Accredited Records Technician Jobs in Illinois

An Accredited Records Technician in the medical administration industry plays a crucial role in managing and organizing health information data. Their responsibilities include ensuring the quality, accuracy, accessibility, and security of both paper and electronic systems. They categorize patient information for insurance reimbursement purposes, databases and registries, and to maintain patients' medical and treatment histories. They also use classification systems to code and categorize patient information for purposes such as reimbursement by insurance companies and databases.

Essential skills for this role include attention to detail, integrity, analytical skills, technical skills, and interpersonal skills. They should be proficient in medical terminology, coding, compliance, and other related software. They need to be certified by the American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA) after passing the Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT) examination. Prior to becoming an Accredited Records Technician, an individual may have roles such as Medical Records Clerk, Health Information Technician, or Medical Coding Specialist.

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Trauma Registry Assistant (RHIT/RHIA) - Part-Time

  • Oak Lawn, IL
  • 2 days ago
  • Oak Lawn, IL
  • 2 days ago

system including appropriate back-up and archiving of data 8) Ensures Trauma Registry compliance with hospital policies and IDPH guidelines 9) Obtains and reviews confidential medical information from Medical...

ROI Medical Records Specialist - On Site

  • Mount Vernon, IL
  • 2 days ago
  • Mount Vernon, IL
  • 2 days ago

, IL 62864, USA Job Details Description The ROI Specialist is responsible for providing support at a specified client site for the Release of Information (ROI) requests for patient medical record requests...

Health Information Management Technician, Floater

  • Chicago, IL
  • 3 days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 3 days ago

Job Summary Maintains health information management (HIM) integrity through knowledge of medical record content, medical terminology and abbreviations, abstracting and analysis techniques, concurrent...

Medical Records Technician

  • Chicago, IL
  • 4 days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 4 days ago

Maintains patient confidence and protects hospital operations by keeping information confidential; following release-of-information protocols....

Onsite Medical Records Supervisor - Chicago, IL

  • Chicago, IL
  • 5 days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 5 days ago

Documents the release of information in the patient medical record or other means determined by the facility. Calculates billing and prepares invoices, as needed....

Specialist,Medical Records

  • Chicago, IL
  • 6 days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 6 days ago

The Medical Records Specialist ensures timely and effective retrieval of medical records from previous physicians and for referral appointments as an essential aspect of ensuring continuity of care...

Medical Records Specialist

  • Litchfield, IL
  • 8 days ago
  • Litchfield, IL
  • 8 days ago

Francis Hospital in Litchfield, IL We are seeking a Medical Records/ Health Information Management Specialist....

Office Support Specialist - Medical Records

  • Urbana, IL
  • 8 days ago
  • Urbana, IL
  • 8 days ago

Processes release of information requests and outside lab orders....

Medical Records Director

  • Ina, IL
  • 10 days ago
  • Ina, IL
  • 10 days ago

LICENSING: N/A CERTIFICATION: RHIT or RHIA required EDUCATION: Accredited Record Technician in Medical Records Science Must have passed the American Records Association examination DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES...

Health Information Specialist l

  • Springfield, IL
  • 10 days ago
  • Springfield, IL
  • 10 days ago

records are assembled in standard order and are accurate and complete. + Creates digital images of paperwork to be stored in the electronic medical record. + Responds to requests for patient records...

Medical Records Technician

  • Alton, IL
  • 10 days ago
  • Alton, IL
  • 10 days ago

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Education: Associates Degree in Health Information Management or similar field Experience: Previous experience in medical records dept. or health related field OSF HealthCare...

Medical Records Tech

  • North Chicago, IL
  • 12 days ago
  • North Chicago, IL
  • 12 days ago

Coding System codes, and various other duties as assigned....

Medical Records Technician (Coder) Auditor

  • North Chicago, IL
  • 12 days ago
  • North Chicago, IL
  • 12 days ago

Summary The Medical Record Technician (Coder) Auditor is a staff position located under the Health Information Management Division of the Facilities Support Directorate located at the Captain James...

Medical Records Associate

  • Lincoln, IL
  • 13 days ago
  • Lincoln, IL
  • 13 days ago

Complies with policies and procedures related to medico-legal matters including confidentiality, amendment of medical records, release of information, etc. 12....

ROI Medical Records Specialist - Local Travel

  • Mount Vernon, IL
  • 15 days ago
  • Mount Vernon, IL
  • 15 days ago

Mount Vernon, IL 62864, USA Job Details Description The ROI Specialist is responsible for providing support at a specified client site for the Release of Information (ROI) requests for patient medical...

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Salary for Accredited Records Technician Jobs in Illinois

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Accredited Records Technician positions.



Highest Education Level

Accredited Records Technicians in Illinois offer the following education background
Associate's Degree
26.0%
Bachelor's Degree
24.9%
High School or GED
20.4%
Vocational Degree or Certification
19.0%
Master's Degree
6.3%
Some College
1.5%
Doctorate Degree
1.4%
Some High School
0.4%


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