HIM Tech

Job Title: Health Information Management (HIM) Technician

Industry: Healthcare

Location: Skokie, IL

Assignment Type: Long-Term Contract

Pay: $18 – $21 / hour

Work Schedule: Monday–Friday with flexible start times of 7:00 AM, 7:30 AM, 8:00 AM, or 8:30 AM. Training will likely take place during earlier morning hours.

Benefits: This position is eligible for medical, dental, vision, and 401(k).

About The Company:

Our client is a well-established healthcare organization focused on delivering quality patient care and operational excellence. This opportunity supports a large-scale medical records initiative within a professional healthcare environment that leverages leading health information systems and document management technology.

Job Description:

We are seeking detail-oriented Health Information Management (HIM) Technicians to support high-volume medical records projects. This role will focus on converting paper records into electronic formats, indexing documents, performing quality reviews, and maintaining accurate patient information within electronic records systems. The ideal candidate will be comfortable working in a fast-paced setting and have previous experience with healthcare documentation processes.

Key Responsibilities:

• Scan and upload medical records and other healthcare-related documents into electronic systems.
• Accurately categorize and index patient records to ensure proper organization and retrieval.
• Review scanned documents for quality, completeness, and accuracy.
• Verify document placement and maintain data integrity within electronic record systems.
• Enter and validate patient and document information as needed.
• Maintain confidentiality and comply with HIPAA regulations and organizational policies.
• Collaborate with HIM staff and other departments to support project timelines and workload demands.
• Assist with backlog reduction efforts and other department initiatives.
• Perform basic troubleshooting and upkeep of scanning equipment, reporting issues when necessary.

Qualifications:

• At least 1 year of recent experience in medical record scanning and indexing-required.
• Previous experience in a hospital, healthcare system, or Health Information Management department strongly preferred.
• Familiarity with medical record documentation and healthcare document types.
• Experience using Epic required.
• Experience with OnBase is highly desirable.
• Strong computer and technical skills with the ability to learn new systems quickly.
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Reliable attendance history and strong professional references preferred.
• High school diploma required and must be verifiable during the onboarding process.

Additional Details:

• This position supports a large healthcare records project involving document imaging and workflow improvements.
• Candidates should be comfortable working in a high-volume production environment with established productivity goals.
• Free on-site parking is available.
• Transportation to the worksite is required.

Perks:

• Flexible morning start times.
• Opportunity to work with industry-leading healthcare technology platforms.
• Professional corporate office environment.
• Stable, long-term contract assignment.
• Exposure to large-scale healthcare operations and records management projects.
• Potential future career growth opportunities based on performance and business needs.

Addison Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Addison Group provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Addison Group complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. Reasonable accommodation is available for qualified individuals with disabilities, upon request.