Health Information Manager (HIM), Rehabilitation

Lifepoint Health • Escondido, CA

6d • $70,000 - $90,000

About The Position

At Palomar Health Rehabilitation Institute, we are driven by a profound
commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to
others. Here, you’re not just valued as an employee, but as a person. As a
Health Information Manager joining our team, you’re embracing a vital mission
dedicated to making communities healthier. Join us on this meaningful journey
where your skills, compassion, and dedication will make a remarkable difference
in the lives of those we serve.

Requirements

• Previous experience in health information management required, prior supervisory experience preferred.
• May be required to work flexible hours.

Nice To Haves

• Associates or Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Prefer Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA) or Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT). Valid driver's license preferred.

Responsibilities

• Works collaboratively with physicians and hospital staff to assure completion of records that meet all regulatory and facility requirements.
• Reviews and responds to the daily fatal error reports for HIM related issues.
• Answer inquiries from internal and external contacts regarding information recorded in patient's medical records, within all departmental policies and guidelines.
• Responds appropriately to any potential HIM issues.
• Reports/records HIPAA incidents in a timely manner & investigates to determine if breach of confidentiality occurred.
• Performs timely audits on medical charts to ensure documentation is complete and accurate.
• Prepares/audits the medical records post discharge to assure all required documentation is present.
• Accurately records and monitors departmental deficiency rate and maintains rate below 30%.

Benefits

• Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage for full-time and part-time employees.
• Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave and paid time off.
• Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.
• Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).
• Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: Associate degree