health information management specialist

State of Nebraska

<div>The work we do matters!
Hiring Agency:
Health &amp; Human Services - Agency 25 
 
Location:
Lincoln, NE 
 
Hiring Rate:
$17.254 
 
Job Posting:
JR2026-00023594 Office Specialist Health Information Technician (Open) 
 
Applications No Longer Accepted On (If no date is displayed, job is posted as open until closed):
03-17-2026 
 
Job Description:
Are you ready to launch or grow your career in healthcare administration? Join the team at Lincoln Regional Center as an Office Specialist in our Health Information Management (HIM) Department and make a meaningful impact every day.
 
This is more than an office role &mdash; it&rsquo;s an opportunity to build a stable, rewarding career in public service while supporting the integrity, coordination, and security of vital medical information and admissions processes. If you&rsquo;re detail-oriented, dependable, and thrive in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment, we encourage you to apply!
 
 
Start Your Career with Purpose
 
Whether you're beginning your professional journey or looking for your next step, this position offers hands-on experience in healthcare administration, medical records management, and admissions coordination &mdash; all within a respected state facility.
 
 
What We Offer:
 
State-matched retirement contributions of 156%
 
13 paid holidays per year
 
Generous paid leave, starting immediately (12 vacation days &amp; 12 sick days annually)
 
79% employer-paid health insurance
 
Dental and Vision insurance
 
Employer-paid $20,000 life insurance
 
Tuition reimbursement
 
Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligibility
 
Career advancement opportunities across the state&rsquo;s largest and most diverse employers
 
Supportive, team-oriented work culture
 
Ongoing training and professional development
 
 
Schedule &amp; Pay
 
Monday &ndash; Friday | 8:30 AM &ndash; 5:00 PM
 
$17.254/hour + $3.00/hour facility differential
 
 
Enjoy a predictable weekday schedule with no weekends, supporting stability and work-life balance. 
 
Working under limited supervision, the Office Specialist supports the day-to-day operations of the Health Information Management Department, with a strong focus on accuracy, confidentiality, and the secure handling of medical information. A valid driver&rsquo;s license is required.
 
 
Key Responsibilities :
<ul><li>Handle general office duties including answering phones, managing emails, and greeting visitors.
</li><li>Maintain and update files, records, and databases while ensuring confidentiality and compliance with HIPAA and organizational policies, and complete Requests for Information.
</li><li>Assist with preparing reports, presentations, and correspondence.
</li><li>Scan, retrieve, and import documents within electronic medical record systems.
</li><li>Complete Requests for Information.
</li><li>Complete audits.
</li><li>Serve as a liaison between departments to support coordinated communication and completion of documentation.
</li><li>Provide data entry, transcribing, and specialized assistance as needed.
</li><li>Follow departmental procedures and maintain a high level of confidentiality at all times.
</li></ul><div></div>This is a long-term career opportunity with growth potential &mdash; not just a job. 
 
Requirements / Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications: Coursework/training in administrative/office support functions, procedures, and methods including the operation of personal computers and office equipment; or areas related to the programs and functions of the employing agency. OR Experience in customer service or public contact; or applying criteria/regulations; and/or performing administrative/office/secretarial support work including use of personal computers and office equipment.
Preferred Qualifications
<ul><li>Experience in a medical or healthcare setting, including familiarity with electronic medical records (EMR), medical documentation, and health information workflows.
</li><li>Strong data entry skills with the ability to handle confidential or sensitive information accurately.
</li><li>Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook, and highly detail-oriented with the ability to multitask in a fast-paced healthcare environment.
</li></ul>Other: This position requires proficiency in English, including the ability to read, write, speak, and comprehend effectively. Some positions may require: specialized training; specific data entry or word-processing speeds; a valid driver&rsquo;s license or independent authorized transportation; and/or criminal history and agency-specific background checks.
Knowledge, Skills &amp; Abilities
Knowledge of:
<ul><li>Administrative procedures and agency policies
</li><li>Medical records and admissions workflows
</li><li>Office technology and database systems
</li><li>Customer service and professional communication practices
</li></ul>Skills in:
<ul><li>Organization and time management
</li><li>Communication and active listening
</li><li>Critical thinking and problem-solving
</li><li>Accurate data entry and documentation review
</li></ul>Ability to:
<ul><li>Maintain strict confidentiality
</li><li>Interpret and apply procedures and regulations
</li><li>Track documentation and meet deadlines
</li><li>Coordinate across departments
</li><li>Recommend solutions and improve workflow efficiency
</li></ul><div></div>If you are ready to build a meaningful career where your organizational skills directly support patient care, admissions coordination, and healthcare operations, we encourage you to apply today.
Your career in public service &mdash; and your opportunity to grow with a supportive, mission-driven team &mdash; starts here. 
 
If you're currently employed by the State of Nebraska, please don't apply through this external career site. Instead, log in to Workday and open the Jobs Hub - Internal Apply app from your home landing page. You can access Workday anytime through the Link web page: https://link.nebraska.gov/ 
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Benefits
</h2>We offer a comprehensive package of pay, benefits, paid time off, retirement and professional development opportunities to help you get the most out of your career and life. Your paycheck is just part of your total compensation.
 
 
Check out all that the State of Nebraska has to offer! Benefit eligibility may vary by position, agency and employment status. For more information on benefits, please visit: https://statejobs.nebraska.gov/index.html#benefits
Equal Opportunity Statement
The State of Nebraska values our teammates as well as a supportive environment that strives to promote diversity, inclusion, and belonging. We recruit, hire, train, and promote in all job classifications and at all levels without regard to race, color, religion, sex. age, national origin, disability, marital status or genetics.</div>

Office Specialist Health Information Technician

Forrest Health

<div>Job Summary: 
The HIM Specialist is responsible for assembling and analyzing medical record timely, accurately and correctly for completeness to ensure compliance within regulatory requirements; adds deficiencies in Electronic Medical Record (EMR) for dictation, signature and/or completion, and tracking of the incomplete records. Monitors transcribed report ensuring it is imaged/stored in the correct account number. Responsible for the accurate preparation and scanning of all medical record documents for permanent storage and retrieval in EMR ensuring integrity of patient identification data and documentation. Responsible for Release of Information by processing authorized request from the patient, healthcare providers for continuing patient care, and to outside individual or agency in compliance with all HIPAA and Regulatory guidelines to protect and maintain the security and confidentiality of patient data and medical information. Demonstrates knowledge and skills to appropriately communicate and interact with the providers, patients, families, and visitors of all age groups while being sensitive to their cultural and religious beliefs. Performs other related duties as necessary. 

Performance Expectations: 

<ul><li>Demonstrate the aptitude to deal with multiple tasks.</li>
<li>Demonstrate the ability to adapt to change.</li>
<li>Demonstrate the ability to manage daily workload.</li>
<li>Demonstrate the ability to learn and follow various regulatory guidelines.</li>
<li>Demonstrate compliance with all principles of confidentiality and protecting patient privacy.</li>
<li>Demonstrate commitment to the organization&rsquo;s WE CARE mission and vision.</li></ul> 

Qualifications: 

Education/Skills
 High school Diploma or equivalent required; associate degree in HIM related field preferred. 

Work Experience:
 Working knowledge of HIM Department operations including completion of medical record, release of confidential information, and HIPAA guidelines. Communication, telephone skills, personal computers, copy machine, and fax machine required. Microsoft Office suite products with proficiency in Excel and Word preferred. Knowledge of health information systems as well as coding and abstracting systems preferred. Knowledge of electronic medical record systems as well as content of the electronic medical record preferred. 

 Certification/Licensure-DUE UPON HIRE 

<ul><li>NONE</li></ul> 

Additional Certification/Licensure - Obtained based on required timeframe below 

<ul><li>RHIA/RHIT Certification</li>
</ul>
Within 1 Year of Employment
Preferred 
Mental Demands:
 Ability to maintain professional demeanor and a high stress environment. Ability to perform routine, repetitive tasks on a continuous basis; follow directions precisely, pay attention to detail; coordinate multiple tasks and maintain control of work flow effectively. Ability to foster and maintain good working relationships with internal and external customers including but not limited to supervisors, managers, other associates, and other departments/areas. Must accept responsibility and understand the importance of maintaining the confidential and integrity of the Legal Medical Record.</div>

HIM SPECIALIST

LifeCare Medical Center

<div>
 Job Details
 
 
 
 Description
 
 
 
 
 Highlights of your role:
 
 
 
 The Record Analyst/HIM Specialist/Medical Transcriptionist transcribes medical dictation for physicians and other health professionals. This HIM role also analyzes medical records for documentation deficiencies and extracts data for quality reporting purposes. Duties include release of information of protected health information, in addition to general medical record maintenance.
 
 
 
 We invite you to join our team as we continue on our commitment of caring for generations.
 
 
 
 Since 1915, LifeCare Medical Center has been dedicated to providing quality healthcare in our region. At LifeCare Medical Center, we value every person and take our patient&rsquo;s healthcare needs seriously. Our employees are the foundation for our success. We&rsquo;ve fostered a collaborative environment centered around compassion, accountability, respect and excellence. At LifeCare, you will have the opportunity to thrive in a life changing career, within a culture of teamwork, professionalism, and respect. As the third largest employer in Roseau County, LifeCare Medical Center is continually looking for motivated, dedicated, and compassionate leaders who are passionate about delivering the best in healthcare services. We are committed to our communities and take pride in our medical heritage.
 
 
 
 Job Details
 
 
 
 Location: LifeCare Medical Center Roseau
 
 
 Shift: Day
 
 
 Job Schedule: Full time
 
 
 Hours: 8-4:30
 
 
 FTE: 1
 
 
 Weekends: No
 
 
 Holidays: No
 
 
 <ul>
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 Pay Range: $20.69-$28.96
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 <li>
 It is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role. Compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case and on several factors including relevant work experience, education, certification &amp; licensure, and internal equity. Hourly pay is just one part of the compensation package for employees.
 
 
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 </ul>
 
 What You&rsquo;ll Get To Do In This Role
 
 
 
 Transcribes or edits medical dictation for physicians and other healthcare professionals using correct medical terminology, spelling and punctuation.
 
 
 Analyzes medical records for documentation deficiencies/inaccuracies, including imaging reports.
 
 
 Releases protected health information to a variety of requestors.
 
 
 Abstracts and compiles data for quality measures, risk management etc.
 
 
 Completes birth registration according to guidelines set forth from the Minnesota Department of Vital Statistics.
 
 
 Assists utilization review in admission authorization/certification of hospital services.
 
 
 Extracts data from the electronic record system for reporting purposes including quality measures, registries and statistical reports.
 
 
 Performs various clerical and administrative functions as requested by Nursing, Medical Staff and other departments.
 
 
 
 You&rsquo;re An Excellent Fit, If You Have
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 medical secretary program, experience preferred
 </li>
 <li>
 thorough knowledge of anatomy, medical terminology, medical procedures, medications, and laboratory test information
 </li>
 <li>
 knowledge of medical records procedures and practices
 </li>
 <li>
 competency with transcribing equipment and software
 </li>
 <li>
 good attention to detail; strives for accuracy
 </li>
 <li>
 ability to work independently
 </li>
 <li>
 high degree of self motivation
 </li>
 <li>
 ability to work in teams with other departments
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 Benefits Statement
 
 
 
 LifeCare Medical Center offers an attractive benefits package for qualifying employees. Depending upon eligibility, we offer a variety of benefits including health, dental, and life insurance. We also offer short and long-term disability, tuition assistance, a 403(b)-retirement plan, and a generous time off package to help employees maintain a healthy work-life balance.
 
 
 
 The job summary and responsibilities listed above are designed to indicate the general nature of the work performed within this job. They are not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all job responsibilities required of employees assigned to this job. Employees may be required to perform other duties as assigned.
 
 
 
 
 LifeCare Medical Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE)
 
</div>

Onsite Record Analyst/HIM Spec/Transcriptionist

Covenant Health

<div>Overview:<div></div><div> 
Coding Specialist, Centralized Coding, Outpatient</div><div>
Full Time, 80 Hours Per Pay Period, Day Shifts</div><div></div><div> 
Covenant Health Overview:</div><div>
Covenant Health is the region&rsquo;s top-performing healthcare network with 10 hospitals, outpatient and specialty services, and Covenant Medical Group, our area&rsquo;s fastest-growing physician practice division. Headquartered in Knoxville, Covenant Health is a community-owned integrated healthcare delivery system and the area&rsquo;s largest employer. Our more than 11,000 employees, volunteers, and 1,500 affiliated physicians are dedicated to improving the quality of life for the more than two million patients and families we serve every year. Covenant Health is the only healthcare system in East Tennessee to be named a Forbes &ldquo;Best Employer&rdquo; seven times.</div><div></div><div> 
Position Summary:</div><div>
This individual provides leadership, direction, and training for the coding staff. Working directly with the physicians, Manager of Corporate Coding Services, Director of Registration/Admitting, and medical staff education efforts, serves as the user advocate between Health Information Management (HIM), Clinical Effectiveness, and Registration. Other job duties include: improving health record documentation and coding accuracy, developing and updating all departmental policies and procedures relative to coding, performing quality reviews of coding/abstracting, and focusing on problem solving issues related to denials. Provides assurance that billing practices are complete, accurate, and in compliance with state and federal guidelines.</div>
Responsibilities:
<ul><li>Oversees through monitoring and by reviewing and auditing the coding staff to ensure position accountabilities and performance criteria are adhered to.</li><li>
Develops and maintains departmental and hospital policies and procedures and implements new policies and procedures relative to coding.</li><li>
Educates and assists physicians and clarifies coding versus clinical issues.</li><li>
Works closely with Registration and Business Office personnel to resolve issues related to claims, coding, pre-cert, and denials appeals, and verifies that appropriate chargemaster rates are used.</li><li>
Reviews medical record documentation to ensure existing documentation supports diagnostic/procedure code billed per UB 92 or HCFA 1500 form.</li><li>
Provides education to coding staff and physicians in response to regulatory changes and identified areas of deficiency.</li><li>
Monitors claim rejections and systematically assesses specific types of denial as it relates to coding and documentation issues, outpatient registration, and the receipt of physician orders.</li><li>
Attends meetings and provides input as it relates to coding, medical documentation, and reimbursement issues specific to medical billing and regulatory requirements.</li><li>
Increases awareness of compliance as it relates to coding and documentation.</li><li>
Facilitates and coordinates education of coding staff in the areas of coding, documentation, case mix, and denials.</li><li>
Increases understanding of APCs, DRGs, case mix, and denials.</li><li>
Educates coding staff to proper documentation necessary to support a DRG/APC/Medical Necessity/ROM/SOI.</li><li>
13 Integrates documentation, coding, and proper oversight to ensure accurate reimbursement.</li><li>
Reviews records to verify if the correct code has been assigned.</li><li>
Assists with all insurance requested audits and provides information to supervisor related to inaccurate and/or missing documentation.</li><li>
Reviews DRG/APC classifications and educates to maximize level of care assignment for increased reimbursement.</li><li>
Keeps current on local, state, and federal regulations to ensure compliance.</li><li>
Keeps current on coding guidelines and communicates to Health Information Manager. Implements corrective actions as indicated to minimize financial risk.</li><li>
Works with Denials Elimination Group and deals with physician specific issues as it impacts denials.</li><li>
Ensures LCDs/NCDs are being adhered to by admissions and hospital personnel to ensure qualifying diagnosis covers tests/procedures.</li><li>
Analyzes denials and coordinates appeals.</li><li>
Ensures corrective action is taken to prevent denials from reoccurring.</li><li>
Follows policies, procedures, and safety standards. Completes required education assignments annually. Works toward achieving goals and objectives, and participates in quality improvement initiatives as requested.</li><li>
Performs other duties as assigned.</li></ul>
Qualifications:
<div>
Minimum Education:
</div><div>None specified; however, must be sufficient to meet the standards for achievement of the below indicated license and/or certification as required by the issuing authority.</div><div></div><div> 
Minimum Experience:
</div><div>Five or more (5+) years coding experience.</div><div></div><div> 
Licensure Requirement:
</div>RHIA, Coding, or RHIT certification required. Registered Health Information Technologist preferred.</div>

CODING SPEC-CLINIC

Providence

<div>Description
The Medical Records Specialist, under the supervision of the Manager or designee, is responsible for performing routine clerical functions in the Health Information Management (HIM) department and entering patient records in the Electronic Medical Record (EMR) according to standard procedures and specific direction in compliance with HIPAA regulations. This includes, but is not limited to sorting, scanning, indexing and managing release of information.
Providence caregivers are not simply valued &ndash; they&rsquo;re invaluable. Join our team at Physician Management Group and thrive in our culture of patient-focused, whole-person care built on understanding, commitment, and mutual respect. Your voice matters here, because we know that to inspire and retain the best people, we must empower them.
Preferred Qualifications:
<ul><li>1 year Medical Office/Record experience.</li>
</ul>Why Join Providence?
Our best-in-class benefits are uniquely designed to support you and your family in staying well, growing professionally, and achieving financial security. We take care of you, so you can focus on delivering our Mission of caring for everyone, especially the most vulnerable in our communities.
About Providence
At Providence, our strength lies in Our Promise of &ldquo;Know me, care for me, ease my way.&rdquo; Working at our family of organizations means that regardless of your role, we&rsquo;ll walk alongside you in your career, supporting you so you can support others. We provide best-in-class benefits and we foster an inclusive workplace where diversity is valued, and everyone is essential, heard and respected. Together, our 120,000 caregivers (all employees) serve in over 50 hospitals, over 1,000 clinics and a full range of health and social services across Alaska, California, Montana, New Mexico, Oregon, Texas and Washington. As a comprehensive health care organization, we are serving more people, advancing best practices and continuing our more than 100-year tradition of serving the poor and vulnerable.
Posted are the minimum and the maximum wage rates on the wage range for this position. The successful candidate's placement on the wage range for this position will be determined based upon relevant job experience and other applicable factors. These amounts are the base pay range; additional compensation may be available for this role, such as shift differentials, standby/on-call, overtime, premiums, extra shift incentives, or bonus opportunities.
Providence offers a comprehensive benefits package including a retirement 401(k) Savings Plan with employer matching, health care benefits (medical, dental, vision), life insurance, disability insurance, time off benefits (paid parental leave, vacations, holidays, health issues), voluntary benefits, well-being resources and much more. Learn more at providence.jobs/benefits.
Applicants in the Unincorporated County of Los Angeles: Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Unincorporated Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.
About the Team
Providence Clinical Network (PCN) is a service line within Providence serving patients across seven states with quality, compassionate, coordinated care. Collectively, our medical groups and affiliate practices are the third largest group in the country with over 11,000 providers, 900 clinics and 30,000 caregivers.
PCN is comprised of Providence Medical Group in Alaska, Washington, Montana and Oregon; Swedish Medical Group in Washington&rsquo;s greater Puget Sound area, Pacific Medical Centers in western Washington; Kadlec in southeast Washington; Providence&rsquo;s St. John&rsquo;s Medical Foundation in Southern California; Providence Medical Institute in Southern California; Providence Facey Medical Foundation in Southern California; Providence Medical Foundation in Northern and Southern California; and Covenant Medical Group and Covenant Health Partners in west Texas and eastern New Mexico.
Providence is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to the principle that every workforce member has the right to work in surroundings that are free from all forms of unlawful discrimination and harassment on the basis of race, color, gender, disability, veteran, military status, religion, age, creed, national origin, sexual identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, genetic information, or any other basis prohibited by local, state, or federal law. We believe diversity makes us stronger, so we are dedicated to shaping an inclusive workforce, learning from each other, and creating equal opportunities for advancement.
Requsition ID: 422106
Company: Providence Jobs
Job Category: Clinical Data/Analytics
Job Function: Clinical Support
Job Schedule: Full time
Job Shift: Multiple shifts available
Career Track: Clinical Support
Department: 3042 HEALTH INFO MGT SPOKANE
Address: WA Spokane Valley 1000 N Argonne Rd
Work Location: Argonne Bldg-Spokane Valley
Workplace Type: On-site
Pay Range: $17.26 - $25.87
The amounts listed are the base pay range; additional compensation may be available for this role, such as shift differentials, standby/on-call, overtime, premiums, extra shift incentives, or bonus opportunities.</div>

Medical Records Clerk

US Department of Veterans Affairs

Medical Records Admintrator Sp

Medical Records Specialist

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