Chief Health Information Manager (HIM)

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs; Hartford (VT); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs in White River Junction, VT seeks a Medical Records Administrator - CHIM to lead the Health Information Management program within the Business Office.

The role focuses on health records management, coding oversight, and documentation improvement to support high-quality patient care. You will supervise staff, ensure compliance with VA policies and industry standards, and coordinate with clinical and administrative teams to optimize HIM processes and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree with focus in health information management or related field with 24 semester hours in HIM/HIT
• HIM certification through AHIMA or AAPC preferred
• Mastery HIM certification (RHIT/RHIA) or CHDA considered for qualification
• Experience managing health information systems and health records in a healthcare setting

Responsibilities

• Oversee health information management program and health records administration
• Ensure compliance with legal, ethical, and regulatory guidelines in HIM
• Manage audits, reporting, and data analytics for HIM performance
• Provide supervision, training, and staff development within HIM department

Skills

Medical terminology

Health information management

Supervisory duties

Policy compliance

Process improvement

Education

Bachelor's degree in health information management

HIM certification (AHIMA)

RHIT/RHIA or equivalent HIM certification

Job description

The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs in White River Junction, VT seeks a Medical Records Administrator - CHIM to lead the Health Information Management program within the Business Office.

The role focuses on health records management, coding oversight, and documentation improvement to support high-quality patient care. You will supervise staff, ensure compliance with VA policies and industry standards, and coordinate with clinical and administrative teams to optimize HIM processes and