Job Posting: HEALTH RECORD TECHNICIAN I

Department of State Hospitals - Atascadero

JC-226958
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HEALTH RECORD TECHNICIAN I
HEALTH RECORD TECHNICIAN I

$3,753.00 - $4,225.00 per Month

Final Filing Date: 1/8/2021

Job Description and Duties

The Health Record Technician I will be directed by the Health Record Technician II (Supervisor) in the Health Information Management Department. The incumbent will be responsible for the following duties but not limited to:
• The ability to physically travel to/from and perform duties on all treatment units in the secured area of the hospital.
• Perform on-unit documentation review, chart maintenance, thinning and/ or filing
• Regularly walk long distances
• Routinely carry/ transport medical record binder (estimated at 10-15 pounds)
• Conduct accurate, structured, concurrent, quantitative audits within the secured area of the facility
• Assign ICD-10 codes in accordance with ICD-10-CM guidelines. Abstract data from a variety of sources
• When assigned, attend and participate in appointments for Patient Access to Medical Record
• Analyze medical records for deficiencies when a patient is discharged or goes to court
• Communicate incomplete record findings to responsible staff and take steps to have the record completed


1. BE LIST ELIGIBLE: Successfully complete the competitive State civil service exam pertaining to this classification at www.surveymonkey.com/r/dsh1869 , OR
2. BE TRANSFER ELIGIBLE: Have current employment with the State of California in the same classification or in a classification that is comparable (employees who wish to be considered based on transfer eligibility must meet the minimum qualifications of the classification per DPA Rule 250), OR
3. BE REINSTATEMENT ELIGIBLE: Have obtained previous permanent employment with the State of California in the same classification or in a classification that is comparable.

*Minimum qualifications will be verified prior to being scheduled for an interview. Please provide proof of minimum qualifications with your application submission, which may include a copy of your unofficial college transcripts.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Education Requirements: Equivalent to completion of the twelfth grade. (Additional qualifying experience may be substituted for the required education on a year-for-year basis.) Either I One year of California state service clerical experience which includes training and supervised work experience in the procurement and processing of health data. Or II Two years of clerical experience in the medical or health records section of a health facility. (Successful completion of an academic curriculum in medical records science in an accredited school may be substituted for the required general experience on a year-for-year basis.)

*If it is determined that an applicant does not meet the minimum qualifications, the applicant’s name may be removed from the eligibility list.

You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.

Minimum Requirements

You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

Additional Documents

Position Details

Job Code #:
JC-226958
Position #(s):
455-521-1869-VAR
Working Title:
HEALTH RECORD TECHNICIAN I
Classification:
HEALTH RECORD TECHNICIAN I
$3,753.00 - $4,225.00 T

Salary shown is from the State of California Civil Service Pay Scale and may be subject to a reduction due to collective bargaining.  Additional information regarding appointment salary is available upon receipt of a contingent job offer.

# of Positions:
2
Work Location:
San Luis Obispo County
Job Type:
Permanent, Full Time
Facility:
DSH - Atascadero

Department Information

The Department of State Hospitals – Atascadero is a secure public sector hospital providing inpatient forensic services for mentally ill adult males who are court committed throughout the State of California. Located on the central coast of California, the Department of State Hospitals – Atascadero is in the vicinity of destination locations such as San Luis Obispo, Paso Robles and Morro Bay, with easy access to beautiful beaches, serene natural settings and many historical landmarks. We invite you to join our professional and talented workforce. 

For more information about the Department of State Hospitals – Atascadero, go to www.dsh.ca.gov/atascadero.
Department Website: http://www.dsh.ca.gov/

Special Requirements

You MUST submit a copy of your high school diploma OR high school transcripts which include graduation date OR evidence of passing the California High School Proficiency test OR possession of a GED OR foreign high school diploma (must be translated and verified by an independent company) OR unofficial college transcripts showing completion of at least 12 units of college credits with your STD 678 State Application.

Attach a copy of your unofficial transcripts (which include the date a degree was conferred, if applicable) which prove you meet the minimum qualifications if you are using education to meet them. Please note foreign transcripts must include a verification for US equivalency through an independent company.  Your application and attachments should prove you meet the minimum qualifications and outline any desirable qualifications you may meet, as applications will be reviewed and only the most competitive candidates will be offered an interview.

Application Instructions

Completed applications and all required documents must be received or postmarked by the Final Filing Date in order to be considered. Dates printed on Mobile Bar Codes, such as the Quick Response (QR) Codes available at the USPS, are not considered Postmark dates for the purpose of determining timely filing of an application.

Final Filing Date: 1/8/2021

Who May Apply

Individuals who are currently in the classification, eligible for lateral transfer, eligible for reinstatement, have list eligibility, are in the process of obtaining list eligibility, or have SROA and/or Surplus eligibility (please attach your letter, if available). SROA and Surplus candidates are given priority; therefore, individuals with other eligibility may be considered in the event no SROA or Surplus candidates apply.

Applications will be screened and only the most qualified applicants will be selected to move forward in the selection process. Applicants must meet the Minimum Qualifications stated in the Classification Specification(s).

How To Apply

Complete Application Packages (including your Examination/Employment Application (STD 678) and applicable or required documents) must be submitted to apply for this Job Posting. Application Packages may be submitted electronically through your CalCareer Account at www.CalCareers.ca.gov. When submitting your application in hard copy, a completed copy of the Application Package listing must be included. If you choose to not apply electronically, a hard copy application package may be submitted through an alternative method listed below:

Address for Mailing Application Packages

You may submit your application and any applicable or required documents to:

Department of State Hospitals - Atascadero
Attn: DSH - Atascadero Employment Office
P.O. Box 7005
Atascadero, CA 93423-7005

Address for Drop-Off Application Packages

You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at:

Department of State Hospitals - Atascadero
DSH - Atascadero Employment Office
10333 El Camino Real
Atascadero, CA 93422
08:00 AM - 04:30 PM

Required Application Package Documents

The following items are required to be submitted with your application. Applicants who do not submit the required items timely may not be considered for this job:

  • Current version of the State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 (when not applying electronically), or the Electronic State Employment Application through your Applicant Account at www.CalCareers.ca.gov. All Experience and Education relating to the Minimum Qualifications listed on the Classification Specification should be included to demonstrate how you meet the Minimum Qualifications for the position.
  • Other - You MUST submit a copy of your high school diploma OR high school transcripts which include graduation date OR evidence of passing the California High School Proficiency test OR possession of a GED OR foreign high school diploma (must be translated and verified by an independent company) OR unofficial college transcripts showing completion of at least 12 units of college credits with your STD 678 State Application.
  • Other - Attach a copy of your unofficial transcripts (which include the date a degree was conferred, if applicable) which prove you meet the minimum qualifications if you are using education to meet them. Please note foreign transcripts must include a verification for US equivalency through an independent company.  Your application and attachments should prove you meet the minimum qualifications and outline any desirable qualifications you may meet, as applications will be reviewed and only the most competitive candidates will be offered an interview.
Applicants requiring reasonable accommodations for the hiring interview process must request the necessary accommodations if scheduled for a hiring interview. The request should be made at the time of contact to schedule the interview. Questions regarding reasonable accommodations may be directed to the EEO contact listed on this job posting.

Benefits

To learn more about the comprehensive benefit package, please visit: http://www.calhr.ca.gov/employees/pages/salary-and-benefits.aspx

General State Employment Benefits and Protections

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Contact Information

The Hiring Unit Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.

Department Website: http://www.dsh.ca.gov/
Hiring Unit Contact:
DSH-Atascadero Employment Office
(805) 468-3384
ashemployment@dsh.ca.gov

Please direct requests for Reasonable Accommodations to the interview scheduler at the time the interview is being scheduled. You may direct any additional questions regarding Reasonable Accommodations or Equal Employment Opportunity for this position(s) to the Department's EEO Office.

EEO Contact:
Stephan Saunders
(805) 468-2007
stephan.saunders@dsh.ca.gov
California Relay Service: 1-800-735-2929 (TTY), 1-800-735-2922 (Voice) TTY is a Telecommunications Device for the Deaf, and is reachable only from phones equipped with a TTY Device.

ADDITIONAL APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS

All interested candidates must submit a Standard State Application Form (STD. 678), with original signature, and indicate Permanent/Full Time Health Record Technician I AND 455-521-1869-VAR AND JC-226958 in the Examination/Job Title Section AND you MUST submit a copy of your high school diploma OR high school transcripts which include graduation date OR evidence of passing the California High School Proficiency test OR possession of a GED OR foreign high school diploma (must be translated and verified by an independent company) OR unofficial college transcripts showing completion of at least 12 units of college credits with your STD 678 State Application AND also attach a copy of your unofficial transcripts (which include the date your degree was conferred, if applicable) if you are using education to meet the minimum qualifications (please note foreign transcripts must include a verification for US equivalency through an independent company).

*Applications postmarked on the final filing date will be accepted. Scanned, copied or faxed applications will not be accepted.

*Applications will be screened and only the most competitive will be offered an interview.

*Any limited-term appointments may transition in to a permanent appointment.

Additional Information

Selected candidates will be required to submit to a criminal history review utilizing Live Scan fingerprinting.

 

This position requires candidates to pass a Medical Evaluation.  You will be required to submit to a Medical Evaluation and receive clearance prior to being hired.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The State of California is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation.

It is an objective of the State of California to achieve a drug-free work place. Any applicant for state employment will be expected to behave in accordance with this objective because the use of illegal drugs is inconsistent with the law of the State, the rules governing Civil Service, and the special trust placed in public servants.