HEALTH INFORMATION SPECIALIST, HEALTH SERVICES (SALEM)
Company: State of Oregon
Location: Salem
Posted on: October 15, 2024
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Job Description:
Initial Posting Date:
10/10/2024
Application Deadline:
10/20/2024
Agency:
Department of Corrections
Salary Range:
$4,568 - $5,742
Position Type:
Employee
Position Title:
Health Information Specialist, Health Services (Salem)
Job Description:
Health Information Specialist, Health Services (Salem)
Central Health Services - Salem, Oregon
Oregon Department of Corrections
About the Job - Your Role
The Health Information Specialist position coordinates the
activities of Paroled Medical Records for Health Services' central
administration. This includes the compilation, processing, and
maintenance of medical records for adults in custody (AICs) medical
charts after release from DOC custody. The incumbent acts as a
liaison for physicians or other medical personnel needing or
providing medical records pertaining to the AIC population.
Position is responsible for records retention, archival, and
response to public records requests. These activities must meet all
the requirements set forth by administrative rules, federal and
state laws pertaining to medical information and confidentiality.
The Health Information Specialist serves as custodian of all AIC
medical records maintained by the Health Services Division.
This position is represented by American Federation of State,
County, and Municipal Employees (AFSCME). This position may be
eligible for Police & Fire (P&F) benefits through Public
Employees Retirement System (PERS), as defined by statute.
Minimum Qualifications
Two years of experience related to the class concept.
OR
An Associate degree in Health Information Technology from an
accredited program.
OR
An equivalent combination of training and experience.
Preference may be given to applicants with experience using
Electronic Health Records
Requested Skills
Provide a cover letter no more than 1 page
demonstrating/explaining:
You will be expected to role model prosocial behavior and have an
attitude conveying dignity and respect in the treatment of others.
Able to acknowledge everyone is capable of positive change.
Requires contact with adults in custody who may become violent.
Walking or standing for long periods of time, climbing and
descending stairs. Exposed to chemicals, radiation, communicable
diseases, or other hazards inherent in a health care and
correctional setting. You will need to be able to lift 50 lbs.,
maneuver, and move with or without reasonable accommodations.
About the Department
The Oregon Department of Corrections is responsible for over 12,000
adults in custody in 12 state prisons throughout Oregon. It advises
and evaluates counties regarding administration of probation and
parole programs supervising more than 24,000 offenders in Oregon
communities. The mission is to promote public safety by holding
offenders accountable for their actions and reducing the risk of
future criminal behavior.
The Oregon Department of Corrections serves a diverse and changing
population of people who are incarcerated and on supervision. We
commit to creating an organization both reflecting the diversity of
the population we serve and ensuring all employees thrive in a
culture of safety, trust, and belonging. We strive to be an
anti-racist corrections system. Welcoming, inclusive, and
respectful of all people. Free of discrimination, harassment, and
retaliation.
The Department offers a variety of programs and opportunity to
create a safe and healthy environment to for our staff, volunteers,
and adults in custody. Joining the Oregon Department of Corrections
is joining a team working for the benefit of our communities
through innovative and proven correctional practices.
Benefits
The salary range listed above is for non-PERS qualifying
applicants. PERS qualifying applicants may be eligible for an
adjusted range to reflect an additional 6.95%.
The State of Oregon provides a generous benefit package, which
includes:
The successful candidate for this position must pass a Criminal
Justice Information Systems (CJIS) fingerprint-based background
check and maintain CJIS eligibility. Due to CJIS requirements
related to system access, there may be some felony convictions that
could disqualify you for this position. However, having a felony
record does not exclusively restrict you from being considered as
an applicant. CJIS clearance is done at the conditional job offer.
If you have questions about whether or not your criminal record
could disqualify for you, please contact the recruiter for more
information.
Additional Information - Please monitor your Workday and email
accounts. You may be contacted through Workday or have additional
tasks to complete.
Equity, Diversity, Inclusion, and Belonging (EDI&B) is embedded
in the Department of Corrections core values. The department
strives to be a model employer committed to promoting diversity,
equity, inclusion, and belonging. Ensuring legal compliance,
efficiency, and exceeding expectations to deliver the best public
services.
We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We evaluate
qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex,
sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability,
veteran or protected veteran status, genetic information and other
legally protected characteristics. Additional information can be
found from The U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC)
Know Your Rights.
The Oregon Department of Corrections is responsible for complying
with the Federal Prison Rape Elimination Act (PREA 42 U.S.C. 1997).
PREA prohibits the Oregon Department of Corrections from hiring,
promoting, or contracting with anyone, (that will have direct
contact with residents), who has engaged in, been convicted of, or
been civilly or administratively adjudicated for engaging in sexual
abuse in confinement settings. Learn more about PREA.
Under Oregon Law, qualifying veterans may apply for veterans'
preference. Review our veterans' preference page for details about
eligibility. Please note - if you are a veteran, you will receive a
task in Workday to upload your documents immediately after you
submit your initial application.
Questions
If you have questions about the position, selection process, or
need accommodations to participate in the recruitment process
please contact the recruiter and reference the requisition
number.
Recruiter: Kelli Ketchum, Kelli.L.Ketchum@doc.oregon.gov
Reference Number: Req-167212
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