Health Information Supervisor

Kenaitze Indian Tribe•Kenai, AK

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About The Position

The Health Information Supervisor is required to ensure Health Information Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) compliance within the Health Systems and Revenue Cycle Departments while overseeing the Health Information Management Technicians. The Supervisor manages, organizes, and analyzes medical data collected by the Health Systems Departments. The Health Information Supervisor is the custodian of all new and existing Health Systems Departments forms. The Supervisor will collaborate with the Revenue Cycle Manager and Health Systems Departments to provide quarterly training to all Health Systems Departments on HIPAA compliance. It is the intent of this job description to highlight the essential functions of the position; however, it is not an all-inclusive list. The incumbent may be called upon and required to follow or perform other duties and tasks requested by his/her supervisor, consistent with the purpose of the position, department and/or the Kenaitze Indian Tribe's objectives.

Requirements

Associates Degree in Health Information Management or Healthcare Administration or a combination of education and experience in a related field may be substituted for a degree
Three (3) years of health information management experience
Two (2) years supervisory experience
AHIMA Accredited certification programs: Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT), or Certified Health Data Analyst (CHDA), or Certified Documentation Improvement (CDIP) or obtain within six (6) months of hire
Must have a valid Alaska State driver's license and must remain insurable under the Tribe's policy.
Must be a Public Notary or obtain within 90 days of hire
Proficiency with Microsoft Suite, or obtain training within 90 days of hire
Conducts business in a service-oriented manner that is attentive, pleasant, respectful and kind when dealing with un'ina, visitors, co-workers and others
Ability to multi-task, work independently, and meet deadlines
In-depth understanding of HIPAA regulations and compliance standards
Ability to implement and monitor policies across healthcare departments to ensure data privacy and security
Proficiency in organizing, managing, and analyzing medical data to support health information accuracy and effective reporting
Strong leadership and supervising skills in health information management
Ability to collaborate with various department heads in a healthcare setting
Ability to effectively maintain organization of protected health records
Ability to effectively communicate both written and verbally complex compliance guidelines and fostering a culture of privacy and compliance
Knowledge of medical terminology
This position is a Covered Position subject to all requirements of the Alaska Barrier Crimes Act (ABCA) and to the Indian Child Protection and Family Violence Prevention Act, (ICPA). ABCA and ICPA requirements apply and must be complied with at all times in order to remain in the position.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge and experience working with cultural diversities
Experience with Indian Health Services facilities operations

Responsibilities

Supervisory duties of Health Information Management Technicians to include, but not limited to: departmental orientation and training, annual reviews
Successfully interacts and communicates with clinical staff to assist with deficient and delinquent medical record completion
Oversees the processing of electronic and paper health information for the release of information
Data analysis to ensure completeness of records for billing and chart completion
Oversees preparation of health records regulatory audits and peer reviews
Collaborates with Health Systems Directors on creating and updating all registration and supplementary forms
Builds and maintains effective classification systems that make un'ina (patient) records accessible
Provides all data needed for insurance requirements, discloses information properly both in paper and electronic formats, and ensures the information is both impeccably accurate and secure
Report statistical data to State agency in Alaska's Automated Information Management System (AKAIMS) and/or interpretation of the electronic health record (EHR) for quality assurance and compliance with Privacy Act, HIPAA, and CARF within various information systems
Ensures compliance with Tribal, federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations, Tribal policies and TERO ordinance