Health Information Technologists and Medical Registrars
What is a Health Information Technologists and Medical Registrars?
Health Information Technologists and Medical Registrars are specialized professionals who play a critical role in the management and analysis of health information. They work at the intersection of healthcare and information technology, ensuring that medical records are accurately maintained, protected, and accessible. These professionals are responsible for collecting, analyzing, and managing patient data to support healthcare delivery, research, and policy-making. Health Information Technologists typically focus on the implementation and troubleshooting of healthcare information systems, including electronic health records (EHRs), while Medical Registrars concentrate on the systematic collection and analysis of health data pertinent to specific medical conditions, such as cancer or cardiovascular diseases. Both roles require a deep understanding of healthcare regulations and standards, as well as proficiency in data analysis and management. Their work supports healthcare providers in making informed decisions, enhancing patient care, and improving overall health outcomes.
Tasks
- Assign the patient to diagnosis-related groups (DRGs), using appropriate computer software.
- Compile medical care and census data for statistical reports on diseases treated, surgery performed, or use of hospital beds.
- Design databases to support healthcare applications, ensuring security, performance and reliability.
- Develop in-service educational materials.
- Evaluate and recommend upgrades or improvements to existing computerized healthcare systems.
Technology Skills
- Medical software
- Desktop communications software
- Data base user interface and query software
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Document management software
- Hyland OnBase Platform
- GE Healthcare Centricity Practice Solution
- SoftMed ChartLocater
- SoftMed ChartReserve
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Categorization or classification software
- 3M™ 360 Encompass™ System
- AMA CPT® Coding Tools
- Computerized indexing systems
- DRG grouping software
Tools Used
- Microfiche or microfilm viewer components or accessories
- Bar code reader equipment
- Scanners
- Medical paper charting systems
- Magnetic stripe readers and encoders
Detailed Work Activities
- Code data or other information.
- Classify materials according to standard systems.
- Collect medical information from patients, family members, or other medical professionals.
- Communicate with management or other staff to resolve problems.
- Create databases to store electronic data.
Work Interests
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Conventional
Work involves following procedures and regulations to organize information or data, typically in a business setting. Conventional occupations are often associated with office work, accounting, mathematics/statistics, information technology, finance, or human resources.
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Investigative
Work involves studying and researching non-living objects, living organisms, disease or other forms of impairment, or human behavior. Investigative occupations are often associated with physical, life, medical, or social sciences, and can be found in the fields of humanities, mathematics/statistics, information technology, or health care service.
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Social
Work involves helping, teaching, advising, assisting, or providing service to others. Social occupations are often associated with social, health care, personal service, teaching/education, or religious activities.
Job Outlook
Projected salary and job growth
$38310.0 - $107650.0
This career will grow rapidly in the next few years.
Assessment
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