HEALTH INFORMATION TECHNICIAN Job at Illinois Staffing, Hines, IL

  • Illinois Staffing
  • Hines, IL

Job Description

Health Information TechnicianWe continually strive for a workforce that reflects the growing diversity within the State of Illinois. A variety of employee backgrounds, perspectives, ideas and experiences are crucial to our ability to most effectively serve the public. Bilingual skills welcome.The State of Illinois is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to people with disabilities. Further, federal law requires employers to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities. Please tell us if you require a reasonable accommodation to apply for a job, interview for a job, or for any other activity related to the hiring process. Examples of reasonable accommodation include, but are not limited to, making a change to the application process (if possible), providing documents in an alternate format, using a sign language interpreter, or using specialized equipment. To be provided a Reasonable Accommodation during the hiring process, you will need to provide a certification of disability from a physician, psychiatrist, school official or an Illinois Department of Human Services (DHS) Division of Rehabilitation Services (DRS) Vocational Rehabilitation (VR) Counselor. Supporting documentation should be uploaded under My Documents ? Additional Documents section for each application. Any questions on Reasonable Accommodations can be directed to Central Management Services Disability Resource Center at CMS.DisabilityResCen@illinois.gov or call (217) 524-7514 for further information and to request or discuss an accommodation.The State of Illinois does not provide sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g. H-1B visa status), nor is the State able to provide extensions of optional practical training (OPT) under the STEM-designated degree program for F-1 students. To be considered for permanent employment with the State of Illinois, applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.In compliance with the Illinois Equal Pay Act, 820 ILCS 112/1 et seq., the State does not seek, request, or require a job applicant's wage or salary history. Employment decisions are not made based on an applicant's wage or salary history. To that end, please do not include wage or salary information in your resume or other profile or application materials.Date: Oct 9, 2026 Location: Hines, IL, US, 60141 Agency: Department of Human Services Class Title: HEALTH INFORMATION TECHNICIAN - 18047 Salary: Anticipated Salary: $4,747 - $6,446 per month ($56,964 - $77,352 per year) Job Type: Salaried Category: Full Time Number of Vacancies: 1 Bargaining Unit Code: RC028 Paraprofessional Human Services Employees, AFSCME Merit Comp Code: Work Hours : Monday - Friday, 8:00am - 4:00pm; 30-minute unpaid lunch Anticipated Hybrid Work Schedule Availability : Not available, fully in office Headquarter Location : 1200 S 1st Ave, Hines, Illinois, 60141 Division of Behavioral Health and Recovery Madden Mental Health Center Medical Records Work County : Cook Agency Contact : DHS.HiringUnit@Illinois.govThis position is a union position; therefore, provisions of the relevant collective bargaining agreement/labor contract apply to the filling of this position. While not required, a Resume/Curriculum Vitae (CV) is recommended. When applicable, titles that require specific coursework, professional license or certification will include a notation requesting the appropriate document(s) be uploaded in the Additional Documents section of your application. Failure to upload requested transcripts, license and/or proof of certification when specified may result in ineligibility. Please note that the Department of Human Services must verify proof of higher education for any degree earned (if applicable) regardless of vacancy title before any offer can be extended. All applicants who want to be considered for this position MUST apply electronically through the illinois.jobs2web.com website. State of Illinois employees should click the link near the top left to apply through the SuccessFactors employee career portal. Applications submitted via email or any paper manner (mail, fax, hand delivery) will not be considered.Why Work for Illinois? Working with the State of Illinois is a testament to the values of compassion, equity, and dedication that define our state. Whether you're helping to improve schools, protect our natural resources, or support families in need, you're part of something bigger—something that touches the lives of every person who calls Illinois home. No matter what state career you're looking for, we offer jobs that fit your life and your schedule—flexible jobs that provide the gold standard of benefits. Our employees can take advantage of various avenues to advance their careers and realize their dreams. Our top-tier benefits and great retirement packages can help you build a rewarding career and lasting future with the State of Illinois.Position Overview The Division of Behavioral Health and Recovery is seeking to hire a Health Information Technician for the Madden Mental Health Center located in Hines, Illinois to prepare and code all clinical records including medical and psychiatric diagnoses. Interprets and evaluates technical and complex clinical records and conducts clinical chart audits. Serves on various facility-wide committees concerning Health Information. Reviews petitions, certificates and related documents pertaining to civil commitment. Utilizes a personal computer, software, hardware, and agency mainframe applications to produce special reports, charts, forms, and graphs for summaries and displays of health information records. Coordinates release of information activities, including review of court orders and subpoenas, approval of authorizations from outside agencies, retrieval of records and identification of requested documents. Maintains list of charts that have not been coded and entered into the system. Attends and actively participates in all mandatory training. Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumerated above.Minimum Qualifications Requires knowledge, skill, and mental development equivalent to two (2) years of college. Requires one (1) year of experience in health information records procedures. Requires accreditation as a Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT) or Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA). Conditions of Employment Requires the ability to utilize personal computers, hardware, and software applications to produce special reports, charts, forms, and graphs for summaries and displays of health information records. Requires ability to pass the IDHS background check. Requires ability to pass a drug screen for drugs prohibited from recreational use under Illinois Law.About the Agency The Illinois Department of Human Services uplifts individuals and communities across Illinois. Our mission is to respond to the needs of all people in Illinois so they can lead healthy, safe, and enriched lives. Our vision is the future we are shaping with dignity and the well-being for everyone in Illinois. Our values are the principles that guide us as we work to remove systemic barriers and create lasting opportunities with Compassion, Accessibility, Responsibility, and Equity.As a State of Illinois employee, you will receive a robust benefit package that includes the following: A Pension Program Competitive Group Insurance Benefits including Health, Life, Dental and Vision Insurance 3 Paid Personal Business Days annually 12 Paid Sick days annually (Sick days carry over from year to year) 10-25 days of Paid Vacation time annually - (10 days in year one of employment) Benefit time modified for part-time, 12-hour, & non-standard work schedules (as applicable) 13 Paid Holidays annually, 14 on even numbered years Flexible Work Schedules (when available dependent upon position) 12 Weeks Paid Parental Leave Deferred Compensation Program - A supplemental retirement plan Optional Pre-Tax Programs such as Medical Care Assistance Plan (MCAP), Dependent Care Assistance Plan (DCAP) Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program eligibility GI Bill® Training/Apprenticeship Benefits eligibility for qualifying Veterans 5% Salary Differential for Bilingual Positions Commuter Savings Program (Chicago only)

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Permanent employment, Full time, Contract work, Part time, Apprenticeship, H1b, Work at office, Monday to Friday, Flexible hours

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