DIRECTOR HEALTH INFO MGMT---FULL Time

Description Develops and maintains effective and efficient health information systems and networks. Optimizes accuracy of the medical record as a medicolegal document that meets accreditation, licensing and reimbursement requirements. Develops, interprets and applies organization's policies, budgets and long-range plans for Health Information Management facilities, equipment and personnel. Essential Duties • Actively participates in designing, implementing and updating automated health information systems. • Assists in maintaining a sound corporate compliance program. • Collaborates to improve the effectiveness and availability of health information. • Develops and manages department capital and operating budgets. • Educates users to provide a clear understanding of the requirements for timely, adequate and accurate documentation. • Establishes and monitors productivity and quality standards for essential department functions. • Establishes facility policies for the retention, release and confidentiality of health information. • Manages all operations, services schedules, programs and projects in the Health Information Management Department. • Manages and provides leadership in financial matters regarding budgeting and cost control and revenue generation. • Participates and contributes to assigned committees, teams, task forces, including community service if applicable. • Provides leadership and direction for improving patient/customer satisfaction and ensuring quality patient care. • Serves as corporate privacy officer for HIPAA-related functions. • Updates health information activities and systems to assure that data meet institutional needs and regulatory requirements.

Requirements

Required Experience • Minimum three years management experience in the Health Information Management Department of a mid- to large-sized acute care facility in the last five years • Management of all major functions in the Health Information Management Department Required Licensure/Education • Master's degree in healthcare or business administration preferred, Bachelors Degree required. Preferred Education • Registered health information administrator (R.H.I.A.), preferred. • Registered health information technician (R.H.I.T).preferred. • Have to have strong coding /hospital billing exposure given this is 90% of the job. • Hybrid position, must have flexibility to handle on the job responsibilities when necessary. This would be case by case. Apply Job!