Privacy Coordinator-Data Integrity Transcription, Full time, Days

Join Our Team: Northwestern Medicine Seeks Dedicated Privacy Coordinator

Company Description: At Northwestern Medicine, we are committed to exceptional patient care which consistently sets us apart in the healthcare industry. By fostering a positive workplace, our team’s patient-first approach champions superior healthcare services. We are proud to provide our employees with competitive benefits, including tuition reimbursement, loan forgiveness, 401(k) matching, and comprehensive lifecycle benefits. Is your passion in healthcare? Are you ready to embark on our journey to better healthcare? Don't miss this opportunity to thrive within our expansive network.

Job Overview:

The Privacy Coordinator role at Northwestern Medicine embodies our mission, vision, and values. By adhering to the organization’s Code of Ethics and compliance standards, this important position supports HIPAA Privacy practices, corporate compliance, and patient experience initiatives. Your role will significantly influence our quest for Exceptional Financial Performance (EFP) and compliance with JC standards.

Key Responsibilities:

• Efficient coordination of patient requests concerning clinical documentation alterations within their medical records.
• Work collaboratively with Corporate Compliance and physicians to manage and oversee patient privacy rights.
• Maintain expertise in federal and state privacy laws plus HIPAA regulations to ensure the organization meets all compliance prerequisites.
• Active communication with patients via telephone and email, ensuring transparent and prompt responses.
• Conduct and support ongoing patient privacy risk assessments and compliance monitoring activities.
• Utilize strong analytical skills to enhance data quality and operational efficiencies.
• Additional duties as assigned, supporting our overarching mission of healthcare excellence.

Qualifications:

• Required: Associate’s degree or a minimum of 3 years in a related healthcare setting, with an emphasis on customer service, medical billing, or health information.
• Excellent communication skills and a high level of attention to detail.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and the ability to multitask effectively.
• Preferred: Bachelor’s degree in a healthcare-related field or RHIT/RHIA credentials, along with extensive experience in health information management and familiarity with Epic patient databases.

Additional Information: Northwestern Medicine is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Job Title: Privacy Coordinator - Data Integrity Transcription
Type: Full-time, Days
Location: Northwestern Memorial Healthcare

If you are driven to improve patient privacy and data integrity in a leading healthcare environment, we encourage you to apply for the Privacy Coordinator position at Northwestern Medicine. Elevate your career where your skills can make a significant impact.