Health Information Management Director

Freedom Magnolia • Magnolia, MS

10d

About The Position

Responsible for the successful maintenance of patient records and the organizational and administrative operation of the Governing Body-approved Health Information Management Department. Manages the department’s operational aspects and serves as a facility resource regarding medical record content and regulatory requirements. Ensures medical records are available at all times in accordance with company policy and that duties are performed according to facility policies and procedures, JCAHO, federal and state regulations, and QAPI standards.

Ensures medical record charts and content are arranged in the approved closed-chart order. Handles documentation and communication with outside coding and billing organizations while maintaining HIPAA and regulatory requirements for the security and privacy of patient information. Responsible for approval and process management under hospital policy, as well as production of medical record requests.

The position is currently filled, but Freedom Behavioral continues to accept applications to help prevent disruptions in patient care if a vacancy occurs.

Requirements

• High school diploma with additional training in Health Information Management department functions, such as certification or training as a health information management technician.
• Experience in medical record organization and auditing.
• Two or more years of previous hospital experience in all aspects of health information management functions.
• Knowledge of accrediting organization standards and state regulations for hospitals.
• Ability to work collaboratively with physicians.

Nice To Haves

• RHIA preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the maintenance of patient records and the organizational and administrative operation of the Health Information Management Department.
• Manage the operational aspects of the department.
• Serve as a facility resource on medical record content and regulatory requirements.
• Ensure medical records are available in accordance with company policy.
• Ensure department duties comply with facility policies and procedures, JCAHO, federal and state regulations, and QAPI standards.
• Ensure medical record charts and content are arranged in the approved closed-chart order.
• Handle documentation and communication with outside coding and billing organizations while maintaining patient-information security and privacy requirements.
• Manage approval and processing under hospital policy, and produce medical record requests.

What This Job Offers

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