Health Information Management (HIM) Director

South Sound Behavioral Hospital•Lacey, WA

3d•$100,000 - $110,000

About The Position

SSBH is seeking an experienced and forward-thinking Health Information Management (HIM) Director to lead our organization’s medical records, data integrity, and compliance functions. This leader will oversee all aspects of health information governance, ensuring accuracy, accessibility, privacy, and regulatory compliance across the organization. If you are passionate about data integrity, operational excellence, and supporting high-quality patient care, this is a role where you can make a meaningful impact.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree in information management/medical records preferred or equivalent combination of education and experience.
A minimum of five (5) years leadership experience in information management is required, with direct experience in a health care psychiatric facility preferred.
Thorough knowledge of medical records coding and medical terminology required.
Certification accreditation as a registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA), or Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT), as determined by the American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA).

Responsibilities

Provide strategic leadership and direction for the HIM department, including coding, release of information, documentation integrity, and record management.
Ensure compliance with federal and state regulations, including HIPAA, CMS, and Joint Commission standards .
Lead initiatives related to EHR optimization, data governance, and information workflow improvements.
Manage HIM staff, including hiring, training, performance evaluations, and professional development.
Develop and maintain HIM policies, procedures, and best practices.
Monitor and report key performance indicators related to coding, documentation, and record integrity.
Ensure timely completion, storage, and retrieval of medical records.

Benefits

401(k) + matching
Health insurance
100% company-paid life insurance coverage up to 2x your annual salary
Vision insurance
Dental insurance
100% company-paid long-term disability insurance
Paid time off
Paid Holidays
Cafeteria on site
Employee engagement events
Employee assistance program
Employee recognition program
Free parking
Career & training development opportunities
Dynamic and inclusive work environment
Engaged management team dedicated to your success
A guiding mission and set of values that serve as both our northstar and yours, anchoring our collective purpose and aspirations