Health Information Management/Medical Records Manager

Under the supervision of the Chief Executive Officer, the incumbent will plan and direct site operations of the Medical Records/Health Information Management Department. Plan for system design and improvement and develop compliance plans to ensure compliance with applicable standards laws and regulations.

Essential Duties:

• Develops relevant policies and procedures.

• Required to oversee the HIM Department functions (legal medical record, record completion, release of information) for multiple locations.

• The HIM Manager collaborates with Information Technology and other departments in the development of electronic content, data standards and completeness of documentation that ensures the integrity of the medical record.

• Must plan, develop, and implement systems and processes to ensure delivery of efficient and effective services that meet the clinical and business needs at WCHC.

• Supervises the work and employees of the Medical Records Department.

• Analyzes systems and makes recommendations for improvement.

• Implements medical records conversion projects.

• Implements medical records storage project.

• Answers or arranges for a subordinate to answer court subpoenas to produce medical records and other medical correspondence as required.

• Represents the department at meetings as required.

• Prepares monthly statistical reports.

• Provide relevant in-service education to departmental staff.

• Participates in Quality Improvement activities.

• Order supplies and maintain inventories.

• Rotates between Health Center sites as directed.

• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree required, or equivalent combination of education and related experience.

• Masters preferred.

• Strong interpersonal skills and managerial skills

• Excellent written and oral communication skills

• Working knowledge of EHR systems.

• Thorough knowledge of Health Information Management standards and requirements.

• Knowledge of applicable laws.

• RHIA with two (2) years' experience at least one (1) year of supervisory experience.

• Ability to establish effective working relationships with professional and non-professional personnel; Ability to supervise the work of staff, good judgement, tact, initiative, and resourcefulness.

EOE/M/F/Vet/Disabled

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $50,000 Annually

Benefits:

• Dental Insurance

• Health Insurance

• Life Insurance

• Paid Time Off

• Vision Insurance

Schedule: Monday to Friday

Benefit Conditions: A waiting period may apply