HIM Specialist/UKHC

University of Kentucky

Equal Employment Opportunity/M/F/disability/protected veteran status.

Posting Details Posting Details Job TitleHIM Specialist/UKHCRequisition NumberRE53730Working TitleHIM SpecialistDepartment NameH3997:EVPHA Information TechnologyWork LocationLexington, KYGrade Level06Salary Range$16.20-24.82/hourType of PositionStaffPosition Time Status Full-TimeRequired EducationHSClick here for more information about equivalencies:https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalenciesRequired Related Experience4 yrsRequired License/Registration/CertificationNonePhysical RequirementsThis position requires regularly sitting at a computer workstation for extended periods of time; performing tasks with repetitive motions (such as typing); and occasionally lifting, pushing, or pulling of objects up to 50 lbs.; standing or walking with objects weighing up to 25 lbs.; and some job-related travel (less than 10% of time).ShiftDays (potential for occasional nights, weekends, and/or holidays dependent upon department business needs.)Job SummaryResponsible for Patient Health Record management, collaboration across the enterprise and outside to meet patient, healthcare and provider needs. Maintains accuracy of the patient healthcare record through accurate scanning and assignment of provider deficiencies. Responds to requests for audits and release of information following all HIPAA, governmental regulatory, enterprise and departmental policies, and Joint Commission standards.

Please note: Effective 7/1/2026, this position will be titled HIM Representative and will report through Information Technology Services in Beyond Blue. Skills / Knowledge / AbilitiesElectronic medical records (EMR), general medical records, and releases of information (ROIs).Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? NoPreferred Education/ExperienceExperience working with electronic medical records (EMR), releases of information (ROIs), and general medical records is preferred.Deadline to Apply03/30/2026Our University CommunityWe value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors, the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.

The University follows both the federal and state Constitutions as well as all applicable federal and state laws on nondiscrimination. The University provides equal opportunities for qualified persons in all aspects of institutional operations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic origin, religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, uniformed service, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information or social or economic status.

Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.

Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. * Do you have paid work experience working with electronic medical records?
   • Yes
   • No
2. * Please indicate your years of paid employment experience working with electronic medical records.
   • None
   • More than 0, up through 1 year
   • More than 1 year, up through 2 years
   • More than 2 years, up through 3 years
   • More than 3 years, up through 4 years
   • More than 4 years
3. * Please indicate which of the following methods you have experience utilizing.
   • Electronic Medical Records
   • Scanning
   • Both Electronic Medical Records and Scanning
   • None of the above
4. * Describe how your previous work experience relates to this position.

   (Open Ended Question)

5. * Please describe how your previous work experience relates to this position.

   (Open Ended Question)

Applicant Documents
Required Documents

1. Resume

Optional Documents

1. Cover Letter

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