Health Information Management (HIM) Analyst
About The Position
Arlington County's Department of Human Services (DHS) Quality and Administration Compliance Team is seeking an analytical, collaborative, and detail-oriented Health Information Management (HIM) Analyst. This role leads the administration and oversight of medical records management and compliance processes, ensuring adherence to federal, state, and local regulations governing records management, privacy, and information handling across DHS programs, including Community Services Board (CSB) mental health and substance use services. The position ensures adherence to HIPAA, 42 CFR Part 2, FOIA, and applicable records retention standards. It is responsible for supporting high-volume and complex records-related requests, regulatory requirements, and department-wide compliance expectations.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Health Information Management, Health Informatics, Public Administration, Business Administration, Psychology, Social Work, or a related field
- Considerable experience in records management, compliance, or regulatory interpretation in a health or human services environment
- Knowledge of HIPAA, FOIA, 42 CFR Part 2, and records retention requirements
- Ability to exercise independent judgment in interpreting and operationalizing regulations
- Ability to develop procedures related to records management
- Ability to resolve complex records-related issues
Nice To Haves
- Experience in medical records or health information management
- Experience in behavioral health or human services settings
- Experience with subpoenas, FOIA, or legal records processing
- Experience managing record storage management and records destruction vendors and contracts
- Experience developing training or guidance documents
- Experience with electronic records systems
Responsibilities
- Developing and implementing records management and privacy policies and procedures
- Interpreting laws and translating regulatory requirements into operational guidance
- Monitoring compliance and identifying areas for improvement
- Acting as a liaison with County and external staff on records management needs
- Conducting training and providing technical guidance to DHS staff
- Serving as project officer for records archiving and destruction contracts
- Reviewing, approving, and coordinating the release of medical records in compliance with regulations
- Fulfilling records requests and supervising temporary staff who support the process
- Managing workflows for high-volume and time-sensitive records requests
- Coordinating subpoenas and FOIA responses with the County Attorney’s Office
- Supporting system and process improvements for records management
Benefits
- Some flexibility in work hours
- Some telework may be available
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
