This position is located in the Health Information Management (HIM) section at the VA Central California Health Care System (VACCHCS). The Medical Records Technician (MRT) Health Information Technician (HIT) reviews, analyzes, abstracts, compiles, maintains, and extracts information from the health record.
The role also ensures health record completeness and accuracy, monitors delinquent records and dictation, supports regulatory compliance, and assists with quality improvement and accreditation-related activities.
Requirements & Qualifications
Basic requirements
- U.S. citizenship required in some cases under VA policy
- English language proficiency
- Must be proficient in spoken and written English
- Knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy, physiology, and health records
- One year of creditable experience in a health information-related role, or an approved education/experience combination
Education options
- Associate degree in Health Information Technology, Health Information Management, or a related field with the required coursework
- Bachelor's degree may qualify for higher grade levels depending on experience
Grade-level qualifications
- GS-4: Entry-level, close supervision
- GS-5: Developmental level with demonstrated knowledge, skills, and abilities
- GS-6: Developmental level with more independent record analysis
- GS-7: Journey level with minimal supervision and independent review work
Key skills and abilities
- Ability to communicate effectively with internal and external customers
- Ability to use health information technology and office software
- Knowledge of health record documentation guidelines and industry standards
- Ability to manage priorities and complete work on time
- Ability to apply medical terminology and anatomy knowledge to health records
- Ability to navigate health records and identify documentation issues
- Ability to analyze records for compliance and accuracy
- Ability to investigate and correct health record errors
- Ability to follow up on incomplete documentation
- Ability to communicate orally and in writing
- Ability to assess documentation trends and improve record quality
Location
Fresno, California, US
Employment Type
Full-time
Experience Level
Entry Level
Salary Range
$50,714 - $65,930
Remote work allowed
No
Posted
2 weeks ago