Job Summary:

The Associate Director of Health Information Management is responsible for monitoring staff levels and workflow throughout the department to assure that record processing is conducted timely and the health information is readily available. Ensures that workflows adhere to privacy regulations. Responsible for the supervision of Document Scanning, Patient Identity, Chart Corrections and Incomplete Records. Will oversee the  department operations during the absence of the Director.

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelors in Health Information Management, RHIA certification and 4 years of Health Information Management experience to include 2 years of supervisory experience OR Associates in Health Information Management, RHIT certification and 6 years of Health Information Management experience to include 2 years of supervisory experience required. Microsoft Office Suite experience required. Candidate should have experience with document scanning systems and have technical aptitude to work with HIM Epic team for troubleshooting problems or planning for upgrades.

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience in resolving patient issues and working with Legal, Compliance and Risk Management. Familiarity with project planning and strategic initiatives. Capable of capturing statistical information for benchmarking and preparing data. Familiarity with regulatory requirements. Excellent demonstrated leadership skills with EMR experience at a super user level (multiple modules) and Chart Correction experience preferred.

Work Days:

Monday-Friday, 8am-4:30pm

Message to Applicants:

This position has been reposted with changes, original posting date 3/27/2023

Recruitment Office: Human Resources

Executive Order:

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