Document Imaging Assistant I

Job description

As a community, the University of Rochester is defined by a deep commitment to Meliora - Ever Better.

Embedded in that ideal are the values we share: equity, leadership, integrity, openness, respect, and accountability.

Together, we will set the highest standards for how we treat each other to ensure our community is welcoming to all and is a place where all can thrive.

**Job Location (Full Address):**

2619 W Henrietta Rd, Rochester, New York, United States of America, 14623

**Opening:**

Worker Subtype:

Regular

Time Type:

Part time

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

20

Department:

900170 Health Info Mgmt-DataIntegrity

Work Shift:

UR - Day (United States of America)

Range:

UR URG 102 H

Compensation Range:

$17.00 - $22.10

_The referenced pay range represents the minimum and maximum compensation for this job.

Individual annual salaries/hourly rates will be set within the job's compensation range, and will be determined by considering factors including, but not limited to, market data, education, experience, qualifications, expertise of the individual, and internal equity considerations._

**Responsibilities:**

Transfers paper and virtual documents into an electronic medical record (EMR).

Prepares, scans, indexes and performs quality checks on documents prior to placement into the appropriate EMR.

Analyzes and determines resolution when documents are missing information.

**ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS**

+ Prepares medical record documents prior to scanning.

Screens all incoming documents to verify appropriateness for placement in EMR and ensures documents are not currently in patients’ EMR.

Analyzes and determines resolution when documents are missing information such as barcodes and patient identifiers.
+ Batches documents in proper order for prioritization, using document types and tracking dates.

Uses judgment when documents received from outside organizations are over the allowable scanning limit.

Communicates when necessary with providers and office personnel for proper documentation and verification for placement into the EMR.
+ Scans documents utilizing imaging software, which interfaces into an EMR.

Ensures proper image quality and calibrates scanner as appropriate.
+ Indexes each medical record document appropriately using defined data elements, ensuring each document is assigned to the correct patient, account, and document type.

Reviews and determines proper alignment, readability, and correct number of documents have been scanned.
+ Performs quality checks on scanned medical record documents that have been saved for review of accuracy and error resolution prior to submission to EMR.

Compares electronic documents to paper batches.

Verifies correct patient, correct account, and proper document type.

Determines any corrections that are needed, including but not limited to, proper rearrangement, relocation of incorrectly filed documents and replacement of documents deemed to be of unacceptable quality.
+ Approves final submission of scanned medical record documents into EMR.

Prepares, retains, and/or summarizes data, records and reports.
+ Other duties as assigned.

**MINIMUM EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE**

+ High School diploma or equivalent and 1 year of relevant experience required
+ Associate's degree preferred
+ Or equivalent combination of education and experience
+ Medical terminology and electronic medical records experience preferred

The University of Rochester is committed to fostering, cultivating, and preserving an inclusive and welcoming culture to advance the University’s Mission to Learn, Discover, Heal, Create – and Make the World Ever Better.

In support of our values and those of our society, the University is committed to not discriminating on the basis of age, color, disability, ethnicity, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, military/veteran status, national origin, race, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law (Protected Characteristics).

This commitment extends to non-discrimination in the administration of our policies, admissions, employment, access, and recruitment of candidates, for all persons consistent with our values and based on applicable law.

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**Learn.

Discover.

Heal.

Create.**

Located in western New York, Rochester is our namesake and our home.

One of the world’s leading research universities, Rochester has a long tradition of breaking boundaries—always pushing and questioning, learning and unlearning.

We transform ideas into enterprises that create value and make the world ever better.

If you’re looking for a career in higher education or health care, the University of Rochester may offer the perfect opportunity for your background and goals

At the University of Rochester, we are committed to fostering, cultivating, and preserving an inclusive and welcoming culture and are united by a strong commitment to be ever better—Meliora.

It is an ideal that informs our shared mission to ensure all members of our community feel safe, respected, included, and valued.

Required Skill Profession

Other General