JAMIE MCALPIN, RHIT

Lexington, KY ***** 859-***-****; ac1ki3@r.postjobfree.com

CORE COMPETENCIES

Registered Health Information Technician

ICD-10 Coding Bootcamp

Virtual training development and presentation

Development of HIM processes

Strong critical thinking skills with ability to use decisive judgment and minimal supervision

Team player with demonstrated excellent written and oral communication skills

Reliable, dependable, detail oriented with proven ability to multi-task

Experience with various MS Office applications

Knowledge of and ability to apply HIPAA laws and Federal Regulations within the scope of company policy

Ability to work closely with team members as well as independently

CAREER HISTORY

SIGNATURE HEALTHCARE

Learning Department/HIM Success Navigator June 2015 – June 2017

Identified and participated in process improvement initiatives improving the customer experience, enhancing work flow, and /or improving the work environment

Administered the community’s job specific onboarding programs, accelerating time to proficiency for new hires

Created 7 day (22 modules) onboarding program for Health Information Managers across the across and assisted with implementation through our LMS

Facilitated networking and knowledge sharing between facilities by designing and implementing learning materials that develop the competencies and knowledge of members of the community

Assisted with interviewing potential HIM candidates improving candidate to position match

Led, created and hosted rolling cohorts and regional learning utilizing subject matter experts as presenters which reinforced retention and use of company processes

Developed and hosted companywide HIM Best Practice Showcase featuring community members as presenters on HIM topics

Established and managed processes to ensure community members are well connected within the Learning pillar, each other providing high potentials with development opportunities

Remained resource of technical expertise for community members and clinical regional consultants providing quick access to resources, tools, forms, etc

Identified industry trends, content sources and content experts ensuring up-to-date knowledge sharing

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Utilized social media to drive visits and engagement

Proactively envisioned future needs of the community

SIGNATURE HEALTHCARE CONSULTING

Consultant, Health Information Management, January 2012-June 2015

Developed Health Information Management Policy and Procedure Manual using AHIMA Standards of Practice

Collaborated with Clinical team to build a companywide Clinical Forms Library

Liaison with forms vendor to manage supply and inventory for 130+ facilities

Identified high risk buildings using best practice models

1:1 site visits identified high risk buildings offering organization, work flow and time management strategies

Supported HIM in 130+ facilities with training, education and process improvement strategies

Created and introduced medical record audit tools and procedures including follow up

Standardized Active, Overflow and Discharge chart order across company

Promoted compliance with Medical Review and Legal requests through trainings and 1:1 guidance

Supported regional clinical care consultants with location of compliance, clinical and HIM P & P in situation specific scenarios

BLUEGRASS CARE & REHAB, Lexington, KY

Director, Medical Records, January 2011-2012

Organized and maintained facility medical record system in compliance with corporate, state and federal regulations

Maintained a documented, organized system, readily accessible by other authorized professionals

Ensured that all reports are completed within established time frames

Maintained a current list of each physician’s residents and send to the physician quarterly

Audited MAR and TAR sheets weekly

Performed chart audits on admission, quarterly and at discharge to ensure that all forms are present and completed

Filed lab, x-ray, telephone orders on charts daily

Reviewed and monitored physician orders to ensure that lab, x-ray, diagnostic tests, consultations, etc have been scheduled and followed through

Ensured that MDS documentation is completed and placed in resident’s medical record

Obtained interdisciplinary and physician signatures on final care plan

Maintained resident Admission and Discharge list

Prepared blank charts for admissions

Filed closed charts, QA reports, minutes of meetings and consultant reports

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Maintained adequate stock of medical forms and documentation supplies

Collected, assemble and audit charts upon discharge

Answered all inquiries concerning release of information following corporate guidelines

CENTER FOR CHEMICAL ADDICTIONS TREATMENT, Cincinnati, OH

Health Information Management Supervisor/Coordinator, January 2006-December 2010

Trained and supervised 3-5 unit technicians in maintaining 24 hour department coverage

Ensured the protection and security of patient information through patient chart monitoring process; follow release of information policies and procedures, practicing HIPAA and Federal Regulation standards

Coordinated the generation, maintenance and retention of patient records in accordance with established statutory and professional guidelines

Maintained the integrity of all medical records by overseeing their assembly and review

Assisted with various billing procedures

Audited records, noting discrepancies and trends, making recommendations for corrective action

Investigated and reported patient grievances/complaints

Sat on committees and sub-committees

Volunteered for events, programs and special projects

2008 Employee of the Year

- Nominated by co-workers, selected by committee

- Regarded as employee who goes above and beyond the scope of duties in performance and attitude giving 110% every day

MEMBERSHIPS

American Health Information Management Association

Kentucky Health Information Management Association

Bluegrass Health Information Management Association

Education Officer 2015

EDUCATION

Eastern Kentucky University,

AA, Medical Record Technology

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