Document Scanning Specialist (Fort Worth, TX)

Paladin Consulting is currently hiring a ­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­Document Scanning Specialist to join our team working onsite at our client's office located in Fort Worth, TX. 

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Job Title: Document Scanning Specialist
Work Location: Fort Worth, TX
Duration: 6 month contract with option to extend 
Education/Experience Required: High school diploma or equivalent; Three (3) years of progressive experience working with patient health and/or financial records in a healthcare related setting.

Responsibilities: 

• Digitize financial and clinical documents using scanning equipment and software, ensuring accurate indexing for easy retrieval.
• Receive and prepare paper correspondence for scanning by removing staples and repairing any tears.
• Identify correct patient information, including medical record number, account, and date of service for each document.
• Input key data elements from scanned documents into electronic systems while maintaining data integrity.
• Conduct quality checks on scanned documents to ensure readability and accuracy, resolving any discrepancies.
• Maintain and clean scanning equipment according to vendor instructions.
• Protect sensitive information by discarding paper documents in designated shredder bins following HIPAA policies.
• Collaborate with revenue cycle managers and other team members to streamline document management processes.
• Respond promptly to document retrieval requests from internal stakeholders.
• Contribute to achieving department AR goals through accurate scanning and indexing of records.
• Assist in developing process improvements in document management and report on workflow efficiencies.
• Adhere to compliance programs and maintain a high-quality work environment.
• Provide support and training to new hires on document management workflows.

Skills & Qualifications: 

• High school diploma or equivalent required; Associate's Degree preferred.
• Three years of experience in managing patient health and/or financial records in a healthcare setting.
• Understanding of medical terminology and hospital-based billing practices.
• Strong customer service skills and knowledge of insurance policies.
• Flexibility to adapt to changes in procedures and job assignments.
• Basic knowledge of Epic Systems and/or OnBase preferred.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and internet tools.
• Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and ability to work independently.
• Familiarity with Medicare, Medicaid, and commercial insurance billing regulations.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and manage workload in a fast-paced environment.
• Commitment to quality checks and resolving discrepancies in scanned documents.
• Collaboration with healthcare professionals to integrate scanned documents into systems.
• Capability to troubleshoot technical issues with scanning equipment and software.
• Adherence to confidentiality standards and corporate compliance programs.

For more information or to explore other opportunities, visit us at www.paladininc.com.