Join Our Team as a Data Integrity Coordinator at Northwestern Medicine

Company Description

At Northwestern Medicine, we are dedicated to improving patient care and fostering a positive workplace through every interaction. Our patient-first approach distinguishes us as a healthcare industry leader. As a vital member of our team, you'll contribute to our mission for better healthcare across the Northwestern Medicine system. We offer a variety of competitive benefits, including tuition reimbursement, loan forgiveness, 401(k) matching, and comprehensive lifecycle benefits, ensuring our employees are well taken care of.

Job Description

The Data Integrity Coordinator I role is pivotal in reflecting the core mission, vision, and values of Northwestern Medicine. Adherence to our Code of Ethics, Corporate Compliance Program, and all related policies and standards is expected. This role is integral to maintaining the accuracy and integrity of patient data across various systems.

Key Responsibilities

As a Data Integrity Coordinator, you will:

• Regularly review and verify patient information across internal and external systems to ensure accuracy in the Master Patient Index (MPI) and Clinical Information System (CIS).
• Analyze and test system changes to enhance data quality and system performance.
• Handle data corrections, including merging records and correcting registration errors.
• Maintain seamless cooperation with healthcare providers and departments regarding patient data inquiries and corrections.
• Support the integrity of electronic health record systems and manage related requests and communications efficiently.
• Provide training and develop tools to improve data integrity and system utilization.

Qualifications

Required:

• Associate's degree or at least 3 years of experience in a hospital or medical office focusing on areas such as customer service, medical billing, or health information.
• Excellent customer service and communication skills.
• Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and capable of multitasking in a fast-paced environment.

Preferred:

• Bachelor’s degree in a healthcare-related field, or RHIT/RHIA credentials.
• 5 years of experience in a hospital Health Information Management department.
• Extensive knowledge of medical terminology and familiarity with Epic systems.

Additional Information

Northwestern Medicine is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or disability status.

If you are motivated to maintain the highest standards of data integrity and enjoy working in a dynamic team, apply now to become a Data Integrity Coordinator at Northwestern Medicine and join our quest for better healthcare!