Health Information Mgmt (HIM) Technician (Project Management)

Are you someone who is thorough, a natural investigator, and loves to put puzzle pieces together to see the big picture?  If so, we would LOVE to speak with you.

Leidos QTC Health Services is seeking a HIM Technician to remotely support our Veteran Affairs Operations in the San Antonio, TX area.

Who is Leidos QTC Health Services?

Leidos QTC Health Services collaborates closely with government and nongovernment customers to address current and future program needs within the health services domain. We specialize in disability-focused medical examinations, independent medical exams and review services, occupational health services, diagnostic testing, and case management solutions. As innovators, we focus on advancing technologies that improve service delivery, with a particular emphasis on enhancing accessibility for examinees in rural communities. With a proven track record of continuous improvement and steady growth, we now handle over 2 million appointments annually. Visit www.qtcm.com.

What part would you play in this role?

As a HIM Tech you will be responsible for identifying, organizing, and indexing pertinent high-volume electronic records (e.g. military records, diagnostic test results, physician's notes, etc.) by medical specialty and/or contentions using required technology. This position reviews large workloads of confidential electronic files for the presence of required documents and escalates incomplete/incorrect records in accordance with policies and procedures.

In this rewarding role, you will:

• Read, examine, analyze, and identify all electronic civilian, industrial, and military documentation relative
  to occupational, medical, and/or psychological conditions listed by claimants; utilize PDF software to sort
  and tab records in the appropriate order for the physicians to review for exams
• Assess listed medical or psychological conditions, including all related conditions or triggers, and
  electronically index each according to their medical specialty as appropriate
• Be accountable for the quality, timeliness, and thorough review of electronic files; consistently meet the
  productivity and quality expectations for the position
• Prioritize workloads to ensure expedited cases are processed within defined timelines
• Responsible for retrieving, organizing, and saving electronic updates and directives related to workflow
  processes; identify, resolve, or escalate workflow issues to appropriate team members for prompt and
  effective resolution
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned

You must have:

• High School diploma, or equivalent (GED); AA/AS preferred
• Typically, 6 months - 1 year experience of medical records experience, preferably in healthcare records environment
• Moderate medical terminology knowledge is required.
• Must reside within commutable distance to our corporate office in San Antonio, TX.
• Must be able to successfully pass National Agency Check with inquiries (NACI) background investigation.

Competencies: 

• Ability to focus on high volume workloads with heavy attention to detail
• Working knowledge and understanding of medical terminology, medical conditions, and body systems
• Familiarity with medical documents, such as, but not limited to diagnostic forms, treatment records,
  progress notes, and medical evaluations
• Knowledge and understanding of EMR and HIPAA
• Ability to focus on complex medical files
• Ability to be self-disciplined to work independently, as well as, in a team environment
• Ability to be self-motivated to achieve productivity and quality objectives
• Ability to maintain medical records confidentiality at all times through proper use of computer passwords,
  maintenance of secured files, and adherence to HIPAA policies
• Ability to adjust to constant changing environment
• Strong computer skills Adobe, (Microsoft Office) and specific familiarity with the Windows XP operating system,
  Internet Explorer Browser, and PDF document creation software
• Knowledge and familiarity with military terminology and documents a plus

Typical Day

• Training is remote with a mentor/auditor up to 120 days. (7am – 3:30pm)
• Regular schedule: Start time of 7am- 330pm – 8:00- 4:30pm with Saturday Voluntary Overtime (must be out of training to qualify for overtime)
• This is a remote position; however, candidates must reside within commutable distance to San Antonio, TX

 Pay and Benefits:

• Starting hourly range is $17.67 - $19.53hr + up to a 6% quarterly bonus.
• Eligible up to 5% annual merit increase. 
• Start with us: February 24, 2025, or March 3, 2025 

There is significant potential for growth within this department. You may have the opportunity to advance to a level 2 role after 120 days, depending on your productivity and adaptability. While this advancement is not guaranteed, it serves as an excellent goal to work towards

The pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to): geographic location, responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.

This job description supersedes all prior job descriptions and is intended to describe the general content and essential requirements for the position listed above. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of requirements, duties and responsibilities. Management reserves the right to add or change the duties of this position as required at any time.

We offer meaningful and engaging careers to support you and your career goals, all while nurturing a healthy work-life balance, and we are proud to provide an employment package that attracts, develops and retains the best talent:

• Starting your first day, you will have access to flexible benefits, including health and wellness programs, long and short-term disability, an employee assistance program, employee referral bonuses, credit union access and flexible spending accounts
• Competitive compensation and quarterly bonuses
• Student Loan Assistance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Paid Parental Leave
• 401(k) matching contribution to match 100% of your contributions, up to a maximum of 6%
• Generous paid time off as well as 11 paid holidays
• An inclusive and ethical workplace

Pay and benefits are fundamental to any career decision. That's why we craft compensation packages that reflect the importance of the work we do for our customers. As a result, we offer meaningful and engaging careers to support you and your career goals, all while nurturing a healthy work-life balance. Employment benefits include competitive compensation, Health and Wellness programs, Income Protection, Paid Leave and Retirement. More details are available here.

This role may fall under the Service Contract Act (SCA), a federal law which provides for a U.S. Department of Labor-prescribed minimum prevailing rate of pay and certain benefit levels. Where appropriate, Company-provided benefit plans such as comprehensive leave, holiday, medical, dental, life, accident, disability coverages, retirement plan contributions, and other health and welfare benefits and payments are utilized to meet these obligations.

Commitment to Diversity

This job description supersedes all prior job descriptions and is intended to describe the general content and essential requirements for the position listed above. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of requirements, duties and responsibilities. Management reserves the right to add or change the duties of this position as required at any time.

Leidos QTC Health Services is a VEVRAA Federal contractor and an Equal Opportunity Employer. The company has an ongoing commitment to affirmative action and the creation of a workplace free of discrimination, harassment and retaliation. The company recruits, hires, trains, and promotes individuals in all job titles without regard to race, color, creed, religion, ancestry, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, people with disabilities protected under law, and protected veteran status.

 

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c) Medical Records