Medical Records Director

Optalis • Bloomfield Hills, MI

15h • Onsite

About The Position

The Director of Medical Records oversees recordkeeping, storage, and management of all clinical records. This role ensures compliance with CMS, HIPAA, and state/federal regulations while supervising HIM staff and maintaining accurate, accessible, and confidential records to support resident care and survey readiness.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Certification as Accredited Records Technician (ART) or equivalent.
• 1+ year of medical records experience in long-term care.
• Knowledge of HIM practices and SNF medical record requirements.
• Strong supervisory and organizational skills.
• Proficiency with EHR systems and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to interpret and apply healthcare regulations.

Nice To Haves

• Certification as Registered Records Administrator (RRA).
• Supervisory experience in SNF HIM department.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain policies to ensure medical records are accurate, complete, and accessible.
• Oversee record storage, retrieval, and retention systems in compliance with regulations.
• Ensure confidentiality of resident information and compliance with HIPAA.
• Support interdisciplinary care planning by providing timely access to resident records.
• Train and supervise HIM/medical records staff.
• Prepare for surveys and audits, responding to regulatory requests for records.
• Collaborate with administrators, physicians, and nursing staff on documentation practices.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: High school or GED