Procedure/Operative Note Specialist
(Health Information Management Department)
Select Medical Corporate Headquarters – Mechanicsburg, PA
Full Time | On-Site | Supporting Our Critical Illness Recovery Hospitals
Location:
4714 Gettysburg Road
Mechanicsburg, PA 17055
Schedule:
Monday–Friday | 8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Benefits:
Diverse and comprehensive benefits packageAccruable Paid Time Off (PTO)Paid holidays401(k) with company matchHealth, dental, vision, and life insuranceShort- and long-term disabilityExtended Illness Days (EID)Personal and family medical leaveAccess to campus walking trails and outdoor rest areasThorough orientation and strong cross‑department collaboration opportunitiesAbout the OpportunitySelect Medical is seeking a Procedure/Operative Note Specialist who is responsible for the daily review of procedure logs and procedure edit reports for the purposes of identifying and following up on missing procedure/operative notes, which directly impacts reimbursement, while contributing to the completion of medical record documentation. The Procedure/Operative Note Specialist coordinates, manages, and communicates the status of procedure/operative notes with frequent interaction and updates to local hospital leadership and coding staff, including up-to-date report generation.
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Responsibilities
Responsibilities
Reviews the hospital procedure log and procedure edit report daily to identify procedures performed at the hospital and matches against medical record documentation to support the procedure.Identifies when documentation is missing and promptly follows up to obtain documentation through various means such as Care Everywhere, direct practitioner/office contact, local hospital staff, and the performing hospital electronic medical record.In instances where there are obstacles in obtaining documentation, promptly initiates OP report escalation process. Immediately reports variation to the manager.Upon receipt of procedure/operative notes, promptly scans note into the medical record for coding staff to complete the coding function of the procedure.Meets established key performance indicators, turnaround times, and productivity standards.Coordinates the timely charge review and date changes with the hospital's Material Manager.Generates and prepares the OP Report Tracker to ensure the status of all notes is up to date at all times.Communicates effectively and promptly with leadership, including hospital and coding leadership.Other duties as requested.Qualifications
Qualifications
Minimum Requirements
High school diplomaTwo (2) years of experience in a Health Information department within a healthcare facilityStrong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to prioritizeDemonstrated problem‑solving skills, urgency, and respect for confidentialityExperience with Epic or other EMRs and database systemsAbility to communicate professionally with hospital staff, clinicians, and external partnersCustomer‑service mindset with a collaborative approachAbility to adapt to changing workload and workflow demandsProven ability to work independently with minimal supervisionPreferred Qualifications
Associate’s degree in Health Information Technology or related healthcare fieldRHIT or RHIA certificationWorking knowledge of HIPAA and Joint Commission standards Additional DataWhy Select Medical?
Select Medical values work‑life balance and strives to offer a supportive, fulfilling workplace. Our employees enjoy meaningful careers complemented by benefits and programs that support their well‑being both inside and outside the workplace.
Equal Opportunity Employer/including Disabled/Veterans