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A health information technician (also referred to as a medical records technician)
performs many of the technical activities involved in a medical records department
such as compiling, analyzing, coding, maintaining and retrieving patient medical
records. Health information technicians are usually under the direct supervision
of health information administrators. Job opportunities are broad to include
careers in hospitals, government agencies, nursing homes, physician offices, etc.
This career is an optimal one for an individual who is interested in combining
interests in both healthcare and technology. Health information technologists are
on the cutting edge of technology and contribute greatly to the quality of care
delivered by verifying that the data entered into computer systems is accurate and
complete.
In terms of education, this position requires an associate?s degree from an
accredited health information program. After the education process is complete,
individuals will want to become certified by passing an examination given by a
nationally recognized organization such as the
American Health Information Management Association. After certification,
individuals are referred to as registered health information technicians (RHIT).
Please visit the above listed website to learn more about careers in health
information technology. Please use the links provided below to learn more about
specific educational programs pertaining to this field.
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