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The County of Los Angeles HEALTH INFORMATION MANAGEMENT SUPERVISOR in Los Angeles, California
HEALTH INFORMATION MANAGEMENT SUPERVISOR
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HEALTH INFORMATION MANAGEMENT SUPERVISOR
Salary
$82,080.00 - $110,616.00 Annually
Location
Los Angeles County, CA
Job Type
Full time
Job Number
Y1409C
Department
HEALTH SERVICES
Opening Date
01/16/2024
Description
Benefits
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Position/Program Information
EXAM NUMBER: Y1409C
First Day of Filing: January 17, 2024, at 8:00 a.m. (PT) - Until needs of the department are met and is subject to closure without prior notice.
TYPE OF RECRUITMENT:
OPEN COMPETITIVE JOB OPPORTUNITY
NO OUT-OF-CLASS EXPERIENCE ORWITHHOLDSARE ALLOWED FOR THIS EXAMINATION.
Correctional Health Services – 20% Recruitment and Retention Bonus
The County of Los Angeles is currently offering up to a 20% bonus for full-time Health Information Management Supervisor positions hired by Correctional Health Services and working on-site in a designated facility to meet critical healthcare needs for the uniquely underserved jail population.
ABOUT LOS ANGELES COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH SERVICES
The Los Angeles County Department of Health Services (DHS) is the second largest municipal health system in the nation. Through its integrated system of 25 health centers and four hospitals - and expanded network of community partner clinics – DHS annually provides direct care for 600,000 unique patients, employs over 23,000 staff, and has an annual budget of over $6.9 billion. For additional information regarding DHS please visit www.dhs.lacounty.gov.
Through academic affiliations with the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA), the University of Southern California (USC), and the Charles R. Drew University of Medicine and Sciences (CDU), DHS hospitals are training sites for physicians completing their Graduate Medical Education in nearly every medical specialty and subspecialty. In addition to its direct clinical services, DHS also runs the Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Agency and the County's 911 emergency response system, as well as Housing for Health and the Office of Diversion and Re-entry, each with a critical role in connecting vulnerable populations, including those released from correctional and institutional settings to supportive housing.
MISSION:
To advance the health of our patients and our communities by providing extraordinary care.
DEFINITION:
Supervises and participates in the work of a group of technical staff engaged in coding and auditing patient medical records in a County medical facility.
Essential Job Functions
Provides oversight and supervision of Release of Information (ROI) team including training, performance management and workflow. Conduct staff meetings, ensure staff development as well as provide orientation and training.
Responsible for developing and providing training for all new staff as well as process improvement training for current staff.
Prepares and conducts performance reviews for staff with review by the department leadership.
Keeps Health Information leadership informed on staff performance and helps to identify training opportunities. Provides feedback and makes recommendations for commendations, performance reviews and progressive disciplinary actions.
Identifies and evaluates areas that may need improvement and works with leadership to develop and implement solutions that will streamline processes and improve workflows.
Serves as a liaison for all audits. Submits specific audits to the Compliance department to get approval. Input all audit requests into tracking system and prepares records. Works with tight deadlines while dealing directly with audit entities, both private and government, on billing and payment.
Administers all chart reviews by meeting patients and/or attorneys in person at a clinic site to review records with them.
Works closely with Legal, Compliance, Risk and Information Technology on Health Information Management (HIM) operations system and legal issues.
Responsible for dealing with escalating situations by communicating with attorneys, law enforcement, auditors, and insurance company representatives as well as a variety of other professionals. Diffusing situations by expediting their requests, answering questions and educating on processes.
Prepares biweekly reports to HIM Leaderships by utilizing the ROI module, works queues and reports in established systems. Creates reports within system that show incoming and outgoing volumes for all requestor types. Provides reports to management and monitors activity. Takes action as necessary by adjusting staff and managing workflow proactively avoiding instances of overtime.
Manages the daily workload by making sure work queues in established systems are maintained and completed in a timely manner.
Keeps up to date on HIPAA, STATE requirements and compliance rules to serve as a subject matter expert. Trains staff and keep them up to date.
Completes online incident reporting when breeches occur and submits for leadership review. Reviews breech details and develops solutions to prevent further breeches and makes recommendations for improvement to management.
Prevents possible breeches by maintaining quality assurance (QA) for the department. Follows protocol for QA for all ROI requests and hold employees accountable for high quality. Responsible for meeting quality goals monthly.
Responsible for supporting accuracy and timeliness of all chart analysis and re-analysis tasks and notification steps for the Physician Suspension cycle. Ensures email delivery of notifications, pre-suspension warnings, and final suspension selection to physicians, their clinical department, hospital leadership.
Monitors and ensures daily tracking and follow-up by staff to obtain all pending reports required to complete coding and billing of cases for timely hospital reimbursement and facility quality of care reporting.
Ensures physician satisfaction regarding chart completion activities by making certain that prompt and appropriate guidance and assistance is provided by HIM subordinate staff. Functions as resource and support center for issues pertaining to electronic record entries, dictations, corrections, additions, and completion to obtain regulatory compliance.
Responsible for performing quality reviews of medical records to assess regulatory compliance with completeness of data and information, timeliness, accuracy, and authentication requirements.
Follows through until correction and/or completion processes are completed. Maintains necessary documentation to identify errors and substantiate correction.
Monitors performance of transcription service including resolution of issues preventing the interface of documents into the electronic medical record.
Maintains liaison with the HIM-EHR team and leadership to review, correct, and improve record deficiency workflows and reports.
Provides orientation to incoming residents and house staff, and new attending physicians on record completion requirements.
Works closely with the enterprise Master Patient Index (EMPI) team, and with Patient Registration/Admitting, and Patient Financial Services (PFS) to identify and help resolve issues arising from inaccurate patient data.
Generates weekly and end of month reports to track productivity and statistically relevant data. Performs analysis upon the statistical data to engage process improvement and increase efficiency.
Maintains, updates, and validates statistical data for incomplete records, quality reviews, and for data submission to various State disease registries as needed.
Assists with the development of policies and procedures related to release of information, medical record data and documentation integrity and data management, including standards, usage, operations, documentation, training, interfaces, security, and integrity.
Participates in projects and meetings as required in order to address ROI, chart completion and data integrity issues.
Actively fosters staff development, including training and re-training as needed. Has regular one-on-one meetings with employees. Holds Unit meetings as necessary.
Maintains and coordinates adequate scheduling and staffing to support operational needs.
Performs other pertinent duties as assigned by HIM Leadership.
Requirements
SELECTION REQUIREMENTS:
Option I:
Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT) certification by the American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA),andthree (3) years of technical health information* experience, including medical records coding. One (1) year of the required experience must have been in a supervisory* or senior/lead** capacity over other Health Information staff.
Option II:
Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA) certification by AHIMA, completion of a Bachelor’s degree in Health Information Management, accredited by the Commission on Accreditation for Health Informatics and Information Management Educationandtwo (2) years of technical health information* experience, including medical records coding. One (1) year of the required experience must have been in a supervisory** capacity in a Health Information Management department.
*Technical health information experience may include but is not limited to reviewing electronic medical record physician documentation, abstracting information from the medical record documentation, applying knowledge of regulatory requirements pertaining to medical record documentation, and applying knowledge of privacy laws to ensure facility compliance.
**Supervisory in the County of Los Angeles is defined as: provides direct supervision to planning, assigning, and reviewing work of staff of the unit, evaluating employee performance, counseling, and recommending discipline.
* For this examination, senior/lead experience is defined as assigning, coordinating, and reviewing the work, ensuring proper work methods are followed, and providing technical assistance and training.
Physical Class II– Light: This class includes administrative and clerical positions requiring light physical effort that may include occasional light lifting to a 10-pound limit and some bending, stooping, or squatting. Considerable ambulation may be involved.
LICENSE:A valid California Class “C” Driver License or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job-related essential functions.
DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS:
Additional credit will be given to applicants that possess the following desirable qualifications:
Health Information Management* experience in an acute care/large academic medical center setting* or integrated healthcare system*
Project management* experience within healthcare
Experience with Microsoft office suite, specifically EXCEL, POWERPOINT, WORD, and Visio
Experience managing a Release of Information Unit.
Certified in Healthcare Privacy and Security (CHPS) certificate from the American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA) or Certified in Healthcare Privacy Compliance (CHPC) from the Health Care Compliance Association
**Health Information Management experience includes but is not limited to managing abstracting and coding functions or acting as the first assistant of a Health Information Management Division.
*Large academic medical center setting is defined as a teaching hospital with over 400 licensed beds.
**I ntegrated healthcare system is health care coverage that organizes doctors, hospitals, and other providers into groups in order to enhance the quality and cost effectiveness of medical treatment.
*Project management experience within healthcare includes but is not limited to supporting, leading, and contributing to process improvement projects where change management strategies are necessary in meeting targeted program objectives and timelines.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENT INFORMATION:
In order to qualify and receive credit, you must include a legible photocopy of your official certificate, official degree, official transcripts, or official letter from the accredited institution which shows the area of specialization with your online application, at the time of filing . If you are unable to attach required/supporting documents during the application submission, you may email the documents to Tanisha Buggs at tbuggs@dhs.lacounty.gov within seven (7) calendar days of filing your online application or you will not receive credit. Please include your name (as it appears on your online application), the exam title and exam number in the email message.
Accredited institutions are those listed in the publications of regional, national or international accrediting agencies which are accepted by the Department of Human Resources. Publications such as American Universities and Colleges and International Handbook of Universities are acceptable references. Also acceptable, if appropriate, are degrees that have been evaluated and deemed to be equivalent to degrees from United States accredited institutions by an academic credential evaluation agency recognized by The National Association of Credential Evaluation Services or the Association of International Credential Evaluators, Inc.
Certificate Information:
Please ensure the Certification/License Section of the application is completed. Provide the title of the certificate, the number, date issued, date of expiration and the name of the issuing agency as specified in the Selection Requirements.
Additional Information
EXAMINATION CONTENT:
An evaluation of your education, experience, desirable qualifications and supplemental questionnaire based on your application information weighted 100%.
Candidates must achieve a passing score of 70% or higher on this examination in order to be added to the eligible register.
ELIGIBILITY INFORMATION:
Applications will be processed on an "as-received" basis and those receiving a passing score will be added to the eligible register accordingly.
The names of candidates receiving a passing score in the examination will be added to the eligible register in the order of their score group for a period of twelve (12) months following the date of promulgation.
No person may compete in this examination more than once every twelve (12) months.
SPECIAL INFORMATION:
Appointees may be required to work any shift , including evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays.
The County of Los Angeles is a Fair Chance employer. Except for a very limited number of positions, you will not be asked to provide information about a conviction history unless you receive a contingent offer of employment . The County will make an individualized assessment of whether your conviction history has a direct or adverse relationship with the specific duties of the job, and consider potential mitigating factors, including, but not limited to, evidence and extent of rehabilitation, recency of the offense(s), and age at the time of the offense(s). If asked to provide information about a conviction history, any convictions or court records which are exempted by a valid court order do not have to be disclosed.
VACANCY INFORMATION:
The resulting eligible register will be used to fill vacancies in the Department of Health Services (DHS) throughout Los Angeles County as they occur.
APPLICATION AND FILING INFORMATION:
How to Apply
Applications must be submitted online only. Applications submitted by U.S Mail, Fax, or in person will not be accepted.
Plan to submit your online application well in advance of the 5:00 p.m. (PT) deadline on the last day of filing, as you may be required to verify your email address. This only needs to be done once per email address, and if you already have a job seeker account on www.governmentjobs.com/careers/lacounty , you can verify at any time by logging in and following the prompts. This is to enhance the security of your online application and to ensure you do not enter an incorrect email address.
Apply online by clicking on the green "APPLY" button at the top right of this posting. You can also track the status of your application using this website.
The acceptance of your application depends on whether you have clearly shown that you meet the Requirements. Fill out your application completely and correctly to receive full credit for related education, and/or experience in the spaces provided so we can evaluate your qualifications for the position. Please do not group your experience. For each position held, give the name and address of your employer, your position title, beginning and ending dates, number of hours worked per week, and description of work performed. If your application is incomplete, it will be rejected.
IMPORTANT NOTES:
All information and documents provided by applicants is subject to verification.
We may reject your application at any time during the examination and hiring process, including after appointment has been made.
Falsification of any informationmay result indisqualification orrescission of appointment.
Utilizingverbiagefrom Class Specification and/or Minimum/Selection Requirements serving as your description of dutieswill notbe sufficient to demonstrate that you meet the Requirements. Comments such as"See Résumé"orreferencing other unsolicited materials/documentswill not be considered as a response; in doing so, your application will berejected.
SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER:
Please include your Social Security Number for record control purposes. Federal law requires that all employed persons have a Social Security Number.
NO SHARING OF USER ID, E-MAIL, AND PASSWORD:
All applicants must file their application using their own user ID and password. Using a family member's or friend's user ID and password may erase a candidate's original application record.
COMPUTER AND INTERNET ACCESS AT PUBLIC LIBRARIES:
For Candidates who may not have regular access to a computer or the internet, applications can be completed on computers at public libraries throughout Los Angeles County.
ANTI-RACISM, DIVERSITY, AND INCLUSION (ARDI)
The County of Los Angeles recognizes and affirms that all people are created equal and are entitled to all rights afforded by the Constitution of the United States. The Department of Human Resources is committed to promoting Anti-racism, Diversity, and Inclusion efforts to address the inequalities and disparities amongst race. We support the ARDI Strategic Plan and its goals by improving equality, diversity, and inclusion in recruitment, selection, and employment practices.
TESTING ACCOMMODATION COORDINATOR CONTACT:
If you need accommodation to take the assessment, let us know by contacting the ADA/Testing Coordinator at (323) 914-7111. The sooner you contact us, the sooner we can respond to your request and keep you moving through the process.
DEPARTMENT CONTACT:
Tanisha Buggs, Exam Analyst
(213) 288-7000
tbuggs@dhs.lacounty.gov
CALIFORNIA RELAY SERVICES PHONE :
(800) 735-2922
COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES
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1.Completing Your Application:
a. Before submission of the application, it is your responsibility to ensure that all information provided is correct and complete on the application. Incomplete applications cannot be accepted.
b. List each payroll title separately for each job. Do not group your experience. Specify the beginning and ending dates for each job. If you are a Los Angeles County employee and have held multiple positions, do NOT list all of your time with the County under your present payroll title.
c. Please include your Social Security Number for record control purposes. Federal law requires that all employed persons have a Social Security Number.
d. To receive credit, include required documents (e.g., copy of your diploma, transcript, certificate, or license) as directed on the job posting. International degrees in a foreign language must be translated to English and evaluated for equivalency to U.S. standards. Refer to the job posting for specific deadlines for supporting documentation.
2.Requirements on Job Posting:
a. Your application will only be accepted if it clearly shows you meet the requirements. The information you give will determine your eligibility and is subject to verification at any time.
b. You must be at least 16 years of age at the time of appointment unless other age limits are stated on the job posting. The Federal Age Discrimination in Employment Act (ADEA) of 1967, as amended, prohibits discrimination on the basis of age for any individual age 40 or older.
c. Experience is evaluated on the basis of a verifiable 40- hour week, unless specified otherwise. Prorated part-time experience may be acceptable.
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Veteran’s Credit: In all open competitive examinations, a veteran’s credit of 10 percent of the total credits specified for such examinations will be added to the final passing grade of an honorably discharged veteran who served in the Armed Forces of the United States under any of the following conditions: During a declared war; -or- During the period April 28, 1952 through July 1, 1955; -or- For more than 180 consecutive days, other than for training, any part of which occurred after January 31, 1955, and before October 15, 1976; -or- During the Gulf War from August 2, 1990 through January 2, 1992; -or- For more than 180 consecutive days, other than for training, any part of which occurred during the period beginning September 11, 2001, and ending on August 31, 2010 the last day of Operation Iraqi Freedom; -or- In a campaign or expedition for which a campaign medal or expeditionary medal has been authorized and awarded. Any Armed Forces Expeditionary medal or campaign badge, including El Salvador, Lebanon, Grenada, Panama, Southwest Asia, Somalia, and Haiti qualifies for credit.
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Accreditation Information: Accredited institutions are those listed in the publications of regional, national or international accrediting agencies that are accepted by the Department of Human Resources. Publications such as American Universities and Colleges and International Handbook of Universities are acceptable references. Also acceptable, if appropriate, are degrees that have been evaluated and deemed to be equivalent to degrees from United States accredited institutions by an academic credential evaluation agency recognized by The National Association of Credential Evaluation Services or the Association of International Credential Evaluators, Inc. (AICE). More information is available at:http://file.lacounty.gov/SDSInter/dhr/070812_PPG123.pdfandhttp://file.lacounty.gov/SDSInter/dhr/205105_PPG_123_AC EResourceGuide.pdf (https://file.lacounty.gov/SDSInter/dhr/205105_PPG_123_ACE_Resource_Guide.pdf)
Background Check: The County of Los Angeles is a Fair Chance employer. Except as otherwise permissible under applicable laws, you will not be asked to provide information about a conviction history unless you receive a conditional offer of employment. The County will make an individualized assessment of whether your conviction history has a direct or adverse relationship with the specific duties of the job, and will also consider potential mitigating factors, including, but not limited to, evidence and extent of rehabilitation, recency of the offense(s), and age at the time of the offense(s). If asked to provide information about a conviction history, any convictions or court records which are exempted by a valid court order do not have to be disclosed.
Career Planning: Resources to help current and prospective employees plan a career with Los Angeles County are available. To explore career paths to and from nearly all job titles, please visit our interactive Career PathFinder application athttps://career-pathfinder.hr.lacounty.gov/#/.
Benefit Information: Depending on the position, the successful candidate will enroll in a contributory defined benefit pension plan if the candidate is a “new member” of the County’s defined benefit plan (LACERA) on or after January 1, 2013 (first employed by the County on or after December 1, 2012) – unless she or he established reciprocity with another public retirement system in which she or he was a member before January 1, 2013. It should be noted that County employees do not pay into Social Security, but do pay the Medical Hospital Insurance Tax portion of Social Security at a rate of 1.45%. The Los Angeles County Employees Retirement Association (LACERA) has reciprocal agreements with several public retirement systems in California.
Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990: All positions are open to qualified men and women. Pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, persons with disabilities who believe they need reasonable accommodation, or help in order to apply for a position, may contact the ADA/Personnel Services for Disabled Persons Coordinator. Hearing impaired applicants with telephone teletype equipment may leave messages by calling the teletype phone number on the job posting. The County will attempt to meet reasonable accommodation requests whenever possible.
Equal Employment Opportunity: It is the policy of the County of Los Angeles to provide equal employment opportunity for all qualified persons, regardless of race, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, disability, or any other characteristic protected by state or federal law. All positions are open to qualified men and women pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 and the California Fair Employment and Housing Act. The County will comply with all of its obligations under State and Federal laws regarding the provision of reasonable accommodations to applicants.
Los Angeles County Child Support Compliance Program: In an effort to improve compliance with court ordered child, family and spousal support obligations, certain employment and identification information (i.e., name, address, Social Security number and date of hire) is regularly reported to the State Directory of New Hires which may assist in locating persons who owe these obligations. Family Code Section 17512 permits under certain circumstances for additional employment and identifying information to be requested. Applicants will not be disqualified from employment based on this information.
Social Security Act of 2004: Section 419 (c) of Public Law 108-203, the Social Security Protection Act of 2004, requires State and local government employers to disclose the effect of the Windfall Elimination Provision and the Government Pension Offset Provision to employees hired on or after January 1, 2005, in jobs not covered by Social Security. The County of Los Angeles does not participate in the Social Security System. All newly hired County of Los Angeles employees must sign a statement (Form SSA-1945) prior to the start of employment indicating that they are aware of a possible reduction in their future Social Security benefit entitlement. For more information on Social Security and about each provision, you may visit the websitewww.socialsecurity.gov, or call toll free 1-800-772- 1213. Persons who are deaf or hard of hearing may call the TTY number 1-800-325-0778 or contact a local Social Security office.
Employment Eligibility Information: Final appointment is contingent upon verification of U.S. citizenship or the right to work in the United States. Immigration law provides that all persons hired after November 6, 1986, are required to present original documents to the County, within three (3) business days of hiring, which show satisfactory proof of 1) identity and 2) U.S. employment eligibility.
The California Fair Employment and Housing Act(Part 2.8 commencing with Section 12900 of Division 3 of Title 2 of the Government Code) the Regulations of the Fair Employment and Housing Commission (California Code of Regulations, Title 2, Division 4, Sections 7285.0 through 8504) and other applicable laws prohibit employment discrimination based on an applicant's protected characteristics, including race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, age, pregnancy, childbirth, and other characteristics.
COVID-19 VACCINATION: Some County workforce members may be required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. Successful candidates for those positions/classifications may be required to submit proof of vaccination against COVID-19 or request an exemption for qualifying medical or religious reasons during the onboarding process. Candidates should not present proof of vaccination until instructed to do so by the hiring department.
Updated February 2024
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This Supplemental Questionnaire will be used to assess your qualifications in our application review process and determine your eligibility to participate in the next phase of the examination process. Check each response carefully. It is the candidate's responsibility to thoroughly read each question, follow all applicable instructions, provide complete responses, and clearly demonstrate their experience as it relates to the job requirements and/or desirable qualifications. Incomplete responses or inaccurate information on the supplemental questionnaire may impact your application process and may result in disqualification even if you possess the qualifying experience or education. Be as specific as possible and include all information requested.
I understand the above information.
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Do you have a Bachelor's degree in Health Information Management, accredited by the Commission on Accreditation for Health Informatics and Information Management Education? In order to receive credit for a Bachelor's degree, you must include a legible copy of the official diploma, official transcripts, or official letter from the accredited institution which shows the area of specialization with your application at the time of filing or within seven (7) calendar days from application submission. Note: Foreign studies must be evaluated by an academic credential evaluation agency and deemed to be equivalent to degrees from the United States. (See Accreditation Information under Employment Information).
Yes
No
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Describe your Health Information Management experience in an acute care/large academic medical center setting or integrated healthcare system.INCLUDE THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION:1) Name and Address of Employer: 2 Job/Position Title: 3) Employment Date From (mm/dd/yy) - Date To (mm/dd/yy): 4) Hours Worked per Week: 5) Detailed Description ofRelevant Experience:REPEAT FORMAT OF 1-5 FOR EACH EMPLOYERin which you gained relevant experience.IF NOT APPLICABLE, ENTER N/A.
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Describe your project management experience within healthcare.INCLUDE THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION:1) Name and Address of Employer: 2 Job/Position Title: 3) Employment Date From (mm/dd/yy) - Date To (mm/dd/yy): 4) Hours Worked per Week: 5) Detailed Description ofRelevant Experience:REPEAT FORMAT OF 1-5 FOR EACH EMPLOYERin which you gained relevant experience.IF NOT APPLICABLE, ENTER N/A.
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Describe your experience with Microsoft office suite, specifically EXCEL, POWERPOINT, WORD, and Vizio.INCLUDE THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION:1) Name and Address of Employer: 2 Job/Position Title: 3) Employment Date From (mm/dd/yy) - Date To (mm/dd/yy): 4) Hours Worked per Week: 5) Detailed Description ofRelevant Experience:REPEAT FORMAT OF 1-5 FOR EACH EMPLOYERin which you gained relevant experience.IF NOT APPLICABLE, ENTER N/A.
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Describe your experience managing a Release of Information Unit.INCLUDE THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION:1) Name and Address of Employer: 2 Job/Position Title: 3) Employment Date From (mm/dd/yy) - Date To (mm/dd/yy): 4) Hours Worked per Week: 5) Detailed Description ofRelevant Experience:REPEAT FORMAT OF 1-5 FOR EACH EMPLOYERin which you gained relevant experience.IF NOT APPLICABLE, ENTER N/A.
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