Director of Health Information Management

Hendricks Behavioral Hospital•Plainfield, IN

About The Position

The Director of Health Information Management Services directs the department’s management and maintenance of patient medical records. The role ensures compliance with applicable state and federal laws, licensing agency rules and regulations, The Joint Commission and CMS standards, and Medical Staff Bylaws. Responsibilities include daily auditing of compliance for PSAs, treatment plans, group notes, and individual sessions; maintaining the confidentiality and appropriate release of medical records; keeping staff informed about confidentiality policies and applicable regulations; and ensuring the department is effectively organized and staffed. The Director consults with management, administration, and medical staff regarding record standards and serves as a liaison with other hospital Health Information Management departments.

Requirements

Certification as a Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA) or Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT), as determined by AHIMA.
Thorough knowledge of medical-records coding and medical terminology.
A minimum of five years of leadership experience in information management is desired.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in information management or medical records, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Master’s degree.
Direct experience in a psychiatric healthcare facility.

Responsibilities

Direct the Health Information Management Services Department and oversee the management and maintenance of patient medical records.
Conduct daily audits of compliance for PSAs, treatment plans, group notes, and individual sessions.
Ensure the department complies with standards established by regulatory and licensing agencies, The Joint Commission, and CMS.
Consult with management, administration, and medical staff to ensure patient records meet licensing agency standards.
Maintain medical-record confidentiality and ensure records are released only to appropriate and authorized authorities.
Inform facility staff about medical-record confidentiality policies and remain current on laws and regulations governing patient and medical information confidentiality.
Direct department staff to ensure assignments are effectively organized and completed.
Ensure effective departmental staffing, which may include hiring, firing, and maintaining staff rosters in response to changing facility needs.
Monitor the accuracy and appropriate maintenance of each patient’s medical records in compliance with applicable requirements and Medical Staff Bylaws.
Serve as a liaison with Health Information Management departments at other hospital facilities.