HIM Specialist

We are seeking an experienced Senior HIM Specialist with a strong background in Enterprise Master Patient Index (EMPI), patient identity, and data integrity to support a healthcare organization in Dallas, TX.

This position is responsible for maintaining the accuracy and integrity of patient information across the electronic medical record. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience researching and resolving complex patient identity issues, including duplicate records, overlays, demographic corrections, deceased-patient updates, and patient portal/proxy access.

Because changes made within the EMPI can impact appointments, patient portal access, medical records, and other downstream systems, this position requires exceptional attention to detail and the ability to thoroughly research information before making changes.

Key Responsibilities

Research, identify, and resolve duplicate patient records and overlays

Review, verify, and correct patient demographic information, including names and dates of birth

Process deceased-patient updates after reviewing and validating available documentation

Perform patient record merges, corrections, flags, and other data-integrity updates

Review and process MyChart proxy/access requests involving minors, parents, guardians, adoptive parents, and incapacitated adults

Validate appropriate supporting documentation before granting or modifying patient access

Utilize Epic, Care Everywhere, and other available healthcare systems to research patient information

Review multiple sources of information to ensure changes are accurate before updating the medical record

Monitor and respond to patient identity/data-integrity requests received through phone and departmental mailboxes

Maintain the privacy, confidentiality, accuracy, and security of protected health information

Meet established productivity, quality, and turnaround-time expectations

Collaborate with HIM leadership and team members to resolve complex patient-record issues

High school diploma or equivalent

2+ years of healthcare experience with a related vocational certificate or degree OR 3+ years of healthcare, business, and/or HIM experience in lieu of a certificate

Previous experience working within Health Information Management, EMPI, patient identity, or healthcare data integrity

Strong knowledge of electronic medical records and patient demographic information

Excellent attention to detail and critical-thinking skills

Ability to independently research complex issues and make accurate, well-supported decisions

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Highly Preferred Experience

Candidates with direct hands-on experience in the following areas are strongly preferred:

Enterprise Master Patient Index (EMPI/MPI)

Epic

Duplicate medical record resolution

Patient record overlays

Patient record merges

Demographic corrections

Deceased-patient workflows

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