Health Informatics Supervisor

Prime Healthcare•Chicago, IL

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The Supervisor serves as the primary contact and representative for the Health Informatics department, next to the manager. Assists with accomplishing the goals for the Health Informatics department by demonstrating knowledge and understanding of the scope of services in the department while actively working with the Health Informatics coordinators on the same. Well versed with the EMR usage and workflow processes in the system that are within the scope of the day to day processes. Supervisor also conducts and oversees the planning and organization of clerical activities in the department while ensuring security and maintenance of the legal medical record. Effectively interacts with the team, peer and superiors in various other departments, physician’s patients and their significant others while maintaining standards of professional service. Performs other duties including administrative and reporting requirements as assigned.

Requirements

Minimum one year health information management lead or supervisory experience or two years experience in an acute care health information management setting; required.
Should have RHIT/RHIA or actively pursuing and acquire within one year of employment.
Knowledge of State and Federal regulatory requirements for medical staff documentation; required.
Working knowledge of medical terminology; required.
Demonstrated advanced ability to operate a computer, multiple software applications, and other office equipment as necessary required.
High School Diploma or equivalent required.
Experience in EHR platforms and software required.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s Degree in healthcare related field is preferred.
Training in state Consent Law and HIPAA Privacy/Security; highly desired.
Completion of a management or business course; preferred.

Responsibilities

Serves as the primary contact and representative for the Health Informatics department, next to the manager.
Assists with accomplishing the goals for the Health Informatics department by demonstrating knowledge and understanding of the scope of services in the department while actively working with the Health Informatics coordinators.
Is well versed with the EMR usage and workflow processes in the system that are within the scope of the day to day processes.
Conducts and oversees the planning and organization of clerical activities in the department while ensuring security and maintenance of the legal medical record.
Effectively interacts with the team, peer and superiors in various other departments, physician’s patients and their significant others while maintaining standards of professional service.
Performs other duties including administrative and reporting requirements as assigned.