DIR - HIM OPS/PRIVACY OFFICER - HENDERSON HOSPITAL (FULL-TIME)

Universal Health Services•Las Vegas, NV

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About The Position

Responsible for planning, organizing, controlling, coordinating and following up on all activities in the Health Information Management Department. Serves as the Facility Privacy Officer (FPO) and is responsible for the development and implementation of the VHS Privacy & Security Policies/Procedures for the Facility; oversees compliance with the Privacy Rule including the implementation and oversight of the HIPAA Privacy program at their Facility.

Requirements

Associates or Bachelors Degree in Health Information Management or related field recommended.
Minimum of five (5) years experience in a Health Information Management Department
Computer proficiency to include exposure to an electronic medical record (EMR); voice recognition system; demonstrated proficiency in the utilization of Microsoft Office applications to include, Word, Excel, Access, Power Point.
RHIA or RHIT; in lieu of certification will accept an applicant currently enrolled in an accredited program with an anticipated date of completion; meets qualifications to apply and sit for the RHIT or RHIA examination upon successful completion of accredited program.
Demonstrated knowledge of HIM procedures.

Nice To Haves

previous supervisory experience preferred.
Prefer an applicant with formal training and knowledge of the Privacy Rule and HIPAA Privacy program.

Responsibilities

planning
organizing
controlling
coordinating
following up on all activities in the Health Information Management Department
Serves as the Facility Privacy Officer (FPO)
responsible for the development and implementation of the VHS Privacy & Security Policies/Procedures for the Facility
oversees compliance with the Privacy Rule including the implementation and oversight of the HIPAA Privacy program at their Facility