Under general supervision, the Health Information Specialist supports the management, integrity, and use of laboratory and client information within the Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory (VDL).
The role maintains and verifies data in the Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS) and related systems, supports quality assurance and compliance activities, assists with system testing and implementation, and serves as a resource for clients and VDL staff regarding laboratory information, reports, and account-related inquiries.
The position also provides business office support by maintaining client account information, processing payments, and assisting with invoices, balances, charges, and payment history.
Minimum qualifications
- Three years of combined education and/or experience in a health-related field or medical records maintenance.
- Coursework conversion accepted as follows:
- 30 semester hours = 1 year
- 60 semester hours or associate degree = 18 months
- 90 semester hours = 2 years
- 120 semester hours or bachelor’s degree = 3 years
- Current valid RHIT and/or RHIA certification through AHIMA, based on institutional requirements.
Preferred qualifications
- Knowledge of Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory operations.
Benefits
- Full-time, 12-month civil service appointment
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Life insurance
- Retirement plan
- Paid time off
- Tuition waivers for employees and dependents
Location
Illinois, US
Employment Type
Full-time
Experience Level
Intermediate Level
Salary Range
$42,000 - $46,000
Remote work allowed
No
Posted
3 weeks ago