Job Description

Everything we do is underscored by a why -- and that why is one another.

Location:

Altru Health System PO Box 6002 Grand Forks, ND 58201
Pay Range: $17.92 - $26.88

Summary:

The Data Integrity Technician assists with Health Information Management functions to achieve HIM Performance Improvement goals. The Data Integrity Technician serves as a bridge between end users and implementation staff.

Essential Job Functions:

Validates, verifies and monitors all information contained in the database and in reports against information in the system to ensure the integrity of the data. Serves as a resource to staff, physicians, branch staff, customers and patients regarding documentation editing/corrections. Effectively facilitates interdepartmental meetings as needed, assuring hospital staff is provided with clear, pertinent and timely information regarding documentation edits and corrections. Maintains accuracy of Altru Health System's master patient index by following up on discrepancies related to patient information. Merges patients with multiple medical records numbers and/or account numbers by validation of patient, eliminating duplication and maintaining accuracy. Communicates availability of continuing education opportunities pertaining to clinical documentation evaluation knowledge, skills, etc. Participates on team/committee regarding sharing of health information with customers (health information exchange). Generates reports requested from ancillary departments, providers and administration. Assists in development, testing, analysis implementation and maintenance of hospital systems. Performs other duties as assigned or needed to meet the needs of the department/organization.

Education:

Preferred: Associates - Related Field

Work Experience:

Required: A minimum of 3 years Related Experience

Language Requirements:

This position requires proficiency in reading, writing, and speaking English to ensure effective communication in the workplace and with patients, families, and team members.

Physical Demands :

Sit: Frequently (34-66%) Stand: Occasionally (5-33%) Walk: Occasionally (5-33%) Stoop/Bend: Occasionally (5-33%) Reach: Frequently (34-66%) Crawl: Not Applicable Squat/Crouch/Kneel: Occasionally (5-33%) Twist: Occasionally (5-33%) Handle/Finger/Feel: Continuously (67-100%) See: Continuously (67-100%) Hear: Continuously (67-100%)

Weight Demands:

Lift -Floor to Waist Level: Sedentary (<10 pounds) Carry: Sedentary (<10 pounds) Push/Pull: Sedentary (<10 pounds) Slide/Transfer: Not Applicable

Working Conditions:

Indoor: Continuously (67-100%) Outdoor: Not Applicable Extreme Temperature: Not Applicable

Driving Requirement Definitions:

Professional Drivers:

Persons who drive as their main responsibility OR transport passengers or hazardous materials.

Frequent Drivers:

Persons whose main responsibility is not driving, but drive daily or almost daily.

Occasional Drivers

: Persons who drive from once per month to as frequently as once per week.

Infrequent Drivers:

Persons who are generally not expected to drive.

Driving Requirement for this position:

Infrequent Driver
Reference ID: R6751

Making a real difference. For one another.

To take the best care of our patients and community -- including friends, family, and neighbors -- we need people who are committed to growth, excellence, and one another.


At Altru, you'll find a culture where support and teamwork are at the heart of what we do. You'll have opportunities to advance your skills, work with the latest technologies, experience the fulfillment that comes from giving back, and take your career wherever you want it to go.


Join our team and be a part of a small community with a big heart.


Altru offers a comprehensive benefits package to its full- and part-time employees. Excellent benefits include a health plan and 401(k) retirement plan. Other benefits include a dental plan, vision plan, life and disability insurance, education assistance, paid time off (PTO)