Ensures the completeness, accuracy, and regulatory compliance of patient health record documentation through record analysis, data abstraction, reporting, and audit support. Collaborates with clinical and administrative staff to resolve documentation issues, supports training and inquiries related to medical record standards, and assists with system improvements and limited coding activities.

?    Analyze patient health records for completeness, accuracy, and compliance with regulatory, insurance, and institutional standards.
?    Abstract patient data from health records to support clinical documentation, coding, or reporting requirements.
?    Compile and maintain statistical reports related to medical record documentation.
?    Assist in audits and accreditation of readiness (e.g., Joint Commission, CMS).
?    Provide support and training to staff on documentation standards and the use of health record systems.
?    Coordinate with clinical and administrative staff to resolve documentation deficiencies.
?    Respond to internal and external inquiries regarding medical record policies and procedures.
?    May support minimal medical coding activities in clinical areas.
?    May participate in system testing and enhancement of health information software.

Graduation from high school or equivalent combination of education and experience. 

Minimum 1 year experience in maintaining health records 

• Associate's degree in health information management or related field. 
• Certification as a Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT). 
• Experience with electronic health record (EHR) systems.

Positions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment. Learn more about the work modes.

Monday-Friday 8am to 5pm

This position requires infrequent standing/walking. 

This description is intended to indicate the kinds of tasks and levels of work difficulty that will be required of positions that will be given this title and shall not be construed as declaring what the specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position shall be. It is not intended to limit or in any way modify the right of any supervisor to assign, direct, and control the work of employees under his supervision. The use of a particular expression or illustration describing duties shall not be held to exclude other duties not mentioned that are of a similar kind or level of difficulty.

This position is covered under the collective bargaining agreement between the U-M and the Service Employees International Union (SEIU), which contains and settles all matters with respect to wages, benefits, hours, and other terms and conditions of employment.

Job openings are posted for a minimum of seven calendar days. The review and selection process may begin as early as the eighth day after posting. This opening may be removed from posting boards and filled any time after the minimum posting period has ended.

The University of Michigan is an equal employment opportunity employer.