What knowledge do you have of HIPAA protocols, and how will you make sure you are following the guidelines?
Working in healthcare has several characteristics that are similar to other careers in other industries. You must arrive on time, work hard while clocked in, get along with your coworkers, be a good representative of your company, and so on. However, there is one aspect of working in healthcare that most other industries do not have to worry about breaking HIPAA Privacy or Security Rules.
When a single employee's actions result in a HIPAA violation, it not only has serious consequences for that individual, but it also puts the entire organization in jeopardy. If an employee or a member of the workforce commits a common HIPAA violation, even in the most innocuous way, the entire organization faces severe penalties. Healthcare workers are at the front of patient communication and information handling, so understanding the key ways you can prevent potentially disastrous violations is critical.
It is critical that you understand HIPAA protocol as a dental assistant. Patient confidentiality is essential in dental care. Review your HIPAA protocol training before the interview. Your response should demonstrate that you have been trained in HIPAA protocol and understand the importance of confidentiality and privacy. Explain how you will adhere to the rules in your role.
Answer: They trained me in HIPAA protocol during my Dental Assistant Training Program. It is important to me to follow the protocol. Patients must have faith in the practice's entire staff, including dental assistants, to maintain confidentiality and privacy. To follow the guidelines, I would take steps such as keeping patient information out of view of others, closing the exam room door for privacy, and ensuring I lock our computer systems to prevent any unauthorized access when the computer is unattended.
