Health Information Tech I - Oral Pathology, Radiology, and Medicine, College of Dentistry
The University of Iowa College of Dentistry is seeking a Health Information Tech I to join our office of Oral Pathology, Radiology, and Medicine! In this role you will be providing essential front-office and patient support by managing scheduling, handling communications, maintaining electronic health records and more! If you have strong customer service skills and are a detail-oriented individual, apply today!
For a full job description, please send an e-mail to COD-Requisitions@iowa.uiowa.edu.
Responsibilities:
· Answer and route department phone calls.
· Schedule patients according to department procedures.
· Enter and verify patient information, dictations, and charges in AxiUm.
· Send confirmation and acknowledgement letters to refer providers for new patients.
· Monitor and manage incoming faxes.
· Review patient referrals and coordinate scheduling or waitlist placement.
· Process consults requests and update electronic health records in AxiUm.
· Enter pathology lab charges into the billing system.
· Order and maintain office supplies.
· Provide general admin and office support!
Health Information Technician I – GB34 (Merit)
College of Dentistry – Oral Pathology Radiology, and Medicine
Salary: $42,678.72
Typical Schedule: Monday through Friday 8:00 am to 5:00 pm
May require occasional overtime.
MINIMUM ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS:
1. Certification or eligible for certification as a Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA), Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT), Certified Tumor Registrar (CTR), Certified Coding Specialist (CCS), or
2. Two years of related experience, or
3. One year of health information experience and one year college level courses in physical or natural sciences.
Desirable Qualifications:
· Experience with patient interactions including scheduling within an electronic health record.
· Experience transcribing and entering patient medical/dental information, including charges.
· Experience utilizing word processing, spreadsheet, and calendaring software (i.e. Microsoft Office or Google).
· Experience utilizing resolution skills and de-escalation techniques.
· Medical and/or dental terminology.
· Demonstrated exceptional attention to detail and accuracy.
· Experience working with confidential/HIPPA protected information.
· Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
· Excellent time management techniques, demonstrating the ability to adapt and handle multiple competing priorities.
Application Details:
To be considered for an interview, applicants must upload a Resume (and mark as “Relevant File”) to their submission; three names of professional reference may be requested at a later time.
Position NOT eligible for University Sponsorship of Employment Authorization.
Job openings are posted for a minimum of 10 calendar days. This job may be removed from posting and filled any time after the minimum posting period has ended. For questions or additional information, please contact COD-Requisitions@iowa.uiowa.edu.
Successful candidates will be required to self-disclose any conviction history and will be subject to a criminal background check and credential/education verification.
About Iowa:
Joining the University of Iowa means becoming a vital part of the Hawkeye community, where your work directly impacts education, research, and student success.
Enjoy exceptional health coverage, university-paid life insurance, robust retirement plans, and generous leave policies. Benefit from 24/7 support services, well-being resources, and access to UI Health Care specialists. Grow professionally with advanced training, leadership development, and tuition assistance.
Iowa City offers a great quality of life with world-class performances at Hancher Auditorium, Big Ten athletics, top-ranked public schools, and outdoor recreation.
Join us in making a difference at a leading Big Ten university and premier public research institution
Equal opportunity employer
The University of Iowa is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment free from discrimination on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, pregnancy (including childbirth and related conditions), disability, genetic information, status as a U.S. veteran, service in the U.S. military, sexual orientation, or associational preferences.
Persons with disabilities who need assistance or accommodations with the application or interview process may contact University Human Resources/Faculty and Staff Disability Services, (319) 335-2660 or fsds@uiowa.edu. For jobs in UI Health care, please contact UI Health care Leave & Disability Administration at 319-356-7543.
